History Major - Bachelor of Arts
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AUT
Study the History major in the Bachelor of Arts at AUT to develop advanced research, writing, analysis, and debate skills focused on New Zealand and world history. Courses can be completed online with strong lecturer support and include practical workplace experience.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced research and analytical skills
Acquire skills in investigating historical events and social change, drawing on diverse methodologies used in historical research.
Enhance writing and communication
Strengthen abilities to clearly write and present historical arguments and perspectives.
Critical thinking and debate
Cultivate the capacity to analyse sources, construct logical debates, and examine multiple viewpoints on historical issues.
What You're Signing Up For
The History major in AUT's Bachelor of Arts programme delves into key events in New Zealand and world history, supporting students to build skills for a wide range of careers. Students benefit from online study options, individual support, and practical workplace experience as part of their degree. The course fosters advanced competencies in research, writing, critical analysis, and the practical application of historical knowledge in roles such as policymaking, diplomacy, management, and more.
Course Content
- Introduction to New Zealand History
- The Holocaust: Its Causes, Character, and Legacy
- Gender and Development in Asia and the Pacific since WWII
- Te Tiriti O Waitangi: The Treaty of Waitangi
- Tā Moko: Marked Histories and Identities
- Contemporary New Zealand Oral Histories
- Auckland in the Twentieth Century
- Historical Methods
- Nostalgia and Utopianism in New Zealand History
- History of the Māori Language
- Gender and Culture
- Special Topic in History
- Academic Communication
- Learning in a Digital World
- Work Integrated Learning (supervised work placement)
- Foundations in Research
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Public Policy
Research
Heritage Sector
Media
Future employment opportunities might be
History teacher
Diplomat