Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Explore the ideas that shape governments, societies, and global affairs through a Politics and International Relations degree. This field looks at key political theories such as libertarianism, socialism, and the impact of colonisation, helping you understand how different systems of thought influence decision-making and policy.

You’ll also examine major social movements, including those focused on gender equality, environmental change, and religious influence, while learning how these movements shape public debate and political action. The course covers the structure and development of political systems, including New Zealand’s governance, and allows you to compare different models of power across the world.

Within the International Relations major, you can choose to focus further through specialisations in Comparative Politics or Political Ideas, giving you a more focused understanding of global political systems and thought.