Further your study and enhance you career potential with advanced courses and supervised research alongside some of New Zealand’s leading scholars. Programme overview You can take the one-year Bachelor of Arts (Honours) as a qualification in its own right after a Bachelor of Arts or as a pathway to a one-year Master of Arts Postgraduate study is a unique opportunity to deepen your study of an academic area that you find intellectually rewarding and personally meaningful. As well as deepening your knowledge in small classes with some of New Zealand’s leading scholars, you can hone advanced skills that will be an advantage in any career. Philosophy Philosophy examines fundamental questions about human nature and our place in the world. Philosophy uses reason to understand what we can know, what we ought to do, and what we might hope for. We also explore whether we can have knowledge about values and reality. Where can Philosophy take you? Studying Philosophy can develop your reasoning skills and your ability to analyse and critique arguments. Philosophy graduates have gone on to a wide range of careers, including business, government, information technology, education and research. Programme structure 120 points Advanced taught courses (75 or 90 points) A small research project such as a dissertation (usually 30 or 45 points) You may be able to include up to 30 points from other subjects One year full-time or up to two years part-time The structure of your programme depends on the subject that you are studying. Where could this programme take you? The BA(Hons) can enhance your career potential by sharpening your transferable skills and specialist knowledge. You can take the abilities you have honed through your study into many different roles. Our graduates combine their specialist knowledge with advanced communication, research and analytical skills in a wide range of careers. Jobs related to this programme Content writer Diplomat Graduate archaeologist Journalist Marketing associate Policy adviser Further study options Master of Arts Master of Conflict and Terrorism Studies Master of Heritage Conservation Master of Indigenous Studies Master of Public Policy MTESOL