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BASc Politics

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Otago

Program Overview

Politics is the study of how power is organised and used, theoretically, nationally and internationally. Power relations affect every aspect of our lives, determining what we think, say and do, and how we co-operate to make the world a better place. Politics at Otago offers opportunities to explore the politics of New Zealand, to compare the politics of a range of countries and regions, to study conflicts and co-operation between states, and to ask important theoretical questions about the nature of power and justice.

Program Key Stats

$25109 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

The minimum entrance requirement is the completion of a high school certificate plus satisfactory completion of one year s study at an approved tertiary institution, IB Diploma with a minimum of 26 points, GCE Advanced Levels: minimum grade of 8, IELTS of 6.0, TOEFL ibT of 80 (writing 20), CAE/CPE of 176 (with no individual band below 169), (PTE) Academic of 58 with no communicative skills score below 50, Academic Transcripts, Educational Credential Evaluators report (ECE), Proof of your identity.

Career Options

  • Member of parliament (MP)
  • Political assistant
  • Government social research officer
  • Diplomatic service officer
  • Political journalist

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