Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Victoria University of Wellington

Study the theories and philosophies at the heart of politics. Examine political ideas including libertarianism, socialism, and colonisation. Analyse social movements and the ideas behind them, including in gender equality, religious fundamentalism, and environmentalism. Learn about the history, development, and structure of New Zealand's political system, and enhance your understanding of the nature of power by comparing political systems from all over the world.Explore your passions through a rich variety of subjects and develop the creativity and flexibility needed in a changing job market. Choose the Bachelor of Arts from Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington. Gain a new understanding of the world and the people who live in it. The Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington is ranked in the top 1 percent worldwide for Arts and Humanities and for Social Science in the QS World University Rankings 2023.The QS World University Rankings is an annual global publication that gives overall rankings and subject rankings for more than 18,000 universities worldwide.This degree will give you insights into cultures, languages, art, history, politics, and societies that will challenge your thinking and expand your view of the world.Get your degree in a subject you have a genuine passion for, and set yourself on a path to a fulfilling career. BA graduates are employed in almost every part of the workforce. Your ability to view things from different perspectives-along with your skills in research and analysis-can be applied in a vast array of careers. At Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington, you’ll be encouraged to think about how what you learn can contribute to a progressive, inclusive, and internationally connected society.

Wellington Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences