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Bachelor of Arts in Social Policy

Kaplan Group - Massey University - Auckland Campus

New Zealand,Auckland

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36 Months

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CAD 29,000/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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New Zealand, Auckland

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1927

Total Students: 34,000 +

Int. Students: 5,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Massey University East Precinct Albany Expressway, SH17, Albany, Auckland 0632, New Zealand

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Bachelor of Arts in Social Policy

Program Overview

At Massey, you’ll get the skills you need for a meaningful career in social policy. If you are fascinated by how and why power, resources, and opportunities are distributed within society, then Massey’s Bachelor of Arts (Social Policy) is for you.

Gain an understanding of the political, economic, social, and cultural factors that influence the development, implementation, and evaluation of social policy in Aotearoa New Zealand. You’ll study law, politics and the roles of central and local government in a democratic society. This will give you insights into the relationships between the state, judiciary, legal system, political parties and public in shaping legislation and developing policy.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

36 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 29,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Kaplan Group - Massey University - Auckland Campus

CAD 20,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80.0 Minimum Writing - 19.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- Grade 12 English 60%

Minimum CGPA Required: 75.00 %

Additional Information

Careers

Your BA (Social Policy) will give you the knowledge and skills you need to start your career as a policy analyst and researcher. You will learn a range of intellectual and practical skills that will stand you in good stead in the job market.
This qualification opens up a world of opportunity to be involved in influencing a broad number of social issue outcomes (such as healthy housing, youth development, M?ori wellbeing, health promotion, gender analysis of policy). That is not only from a Government-down position, but also from an individual-, community- and society-up perspective.
You’ll learn to apply your critical social policy analysis skills to a number of decision-making scenarios to result in better social outcomes. This decision-making can take many forms. That could include a policy, project plan, submission, or even the strategic direction of an organisation.
You could work in areas such as:

Research
Communications
Project management
Governance
Charitable trusts
Social marketing
Journalism (critical analysis of social issues)
Advocacy
Teaching and lecturing
Policy analysis - public, private and third sector (NGOs, PPPs, not-for-profit, voluntary and charity organisations)
Youth development
Community development
Politics
Government agencies - local, regional and central.
NGOs - trusts etc (housing, Maori land trusts, health service providers, disability advocacy and support, youth development).

Scholarships

Massey Business School Promising Student Assistance Bursary

These bursaries were established in 2016 and are funded by the Massey Business School Development Fund. At least five bursaries will go to a student in each of the five schools, and one bursary each will be given to M?ori, Pasifika and international students.

Who we're looking for - We're looking for students who are facing financial hardship or other circumstances that may hinder them from progressing in their studies.
Eligibility criteria - You must be studying within the Massey Business School.

Application checklist

Include the following with your application:

a personal statement, of no more than 400 words, outlining your circumstances and future academic and career plans
a letter of support from a referee, either academic or character, speaking to the merits of your circumstances an academic transcript for any study completed outside of Massey University

Selection considerations - When choosing our recipients, we will consider your financial need and academic achievements. We may also consider your good character.

Colin Aiken Plant Breeding Bursary

This bursary was established in 2015 to promote plant breeding as a career. It was set up in association with South Pacific Seed Sales (NZ) Ltd with funds provided by royalties from sales of the Super Kumi hybrid variety of kumi kumi in acknowledgement of Colin Aiken who produced the variety. Mr Aiken died in 2017.

What you'll be studying - This is an undergraduate or postgraduate scholarship. Preference may be given to New Zealand citizens, though students of other nationalities will be considered
Eligibility criteria - You must be studying full-time in a subject area related to plant breeding.

Application checklist

Include the following with your application:

Your CV
A supporting statement outlining your interest in pursuing a career in plant breeding
A budget outlining your annual expenses and any predicted earnings, including any awards and scholarships held to date

Selection considerations - When choosing our recipient, we will consider your academic achievements and your career intentions

Work Permit

PGWP

With the coming of the new regulations, the New Zealand government has taken significant steps for international students. According to their pedagogy, students having completed Level 4 to 6 and non- degree level 7 qualifications with an additional year for Graduate Diploma Graduates of the qualifications get a one year work visa, the students having completed Level 4 to 6 and non- degree level 7 qualifications outside Auckland with an additional year for Graduate Diploma Graduates of the qualifications get a two year work visa the ones who have completed Level 7 or above get a three year work visa. Elaborate information on the visa is given on the dedicated institutional websites.
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