Bachelor of Social Policy

Explore how societies respond to everyday challenges through Social Policy, a field that looks at people’s wellbeing and the systems designed to support it. This area of study focuses on how governments, organisations, and communities address key issues such as poverty reduction, access to education, healthcare systems, and housing distribution.

You’ll examine how policies are shaped, how resources are allocated, and how different perspectives—including those linked to the Treaty of Waitangi—influence decision-making. The course gives you a clearer understanding of how social systems operate and where improvements can be made.

For students interested in public policy, government roles, and social development, Social Policy is a valuable addition to your degree. At undergraduate level, it is offered as a minor, allowing you to pair it with a major subject, while at postgraduate level, it can become your primary area of study.