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. Sociology Sociology explores topical social issues and seeks to understand the modern world. Sociology pays special attention to questions of power and social justice. It places particular emphasis on theory, research methods and social policy. By studying Sociology you can examine and analyse different aspects of modern society such as popular culture and the media, sexuality, ethnic identities, crime, religion, social justice and the family. Where can Sociology take you? Sociology develops analytical and research skills. Sociology graduates have careers in policy analysis, central and local government, the media and journalism, social and health research, business, marketing and union advocacy. 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