Course details

Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business Conjoint Programmes
NZQF Level 7

About the course

Give yourself an edge by combining a Bachelor of Business with a Bachelor of Arts, which will help you refine your communication skills and better engage with the community your business operates within.

In as little as four years, you develop skills from two complementary disciplines, preparing you for numerous career opportunities. You could combine your business degree with a language major, helping prepare you for an international business career; or follow your passion for event management, culinary arts or social sciences, and develop core business skills at the same time.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

If you have New Zealand qualifications

  • University Entrance or equivalent
  • NCEA: Level 3 with merit or equivalent
  • Bachelor of Arts in Interpreting: High level of competency in English and one other language. Interview will be required.
  • Bachelor of Arts in NZ Sign Language - English Interpreting major: High level of competency in English (NZSL fluency is not required). Interview will be required.

If you have qualifications from another country

International student entry requirements

English language requirements

  • Interpreting and NZ Sign Language - English Interpreting majors: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Writing and Speaking, and 6.5 in Reading and Listening; or equivalent.
  • All other majors: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent.

English language requirements

About the provider


University should feel like a place you belong – and a place that prepares you for what comes next.


In the heart of Auckland, one of the world’s most connected cities, you’ll study alongside people from more than 100 countries across three modern campuses. Different perspectives aren’t an add-on here – they’re part of everyday life.


Learning at AUT is hands-on from day one. You’ll work on real projects, tackle real challenges and learn how your knowledge holds up beyond the classroom. That’s how confidence grows – through experience, not theory alone.


Our programmes are shaped with industry and global partners, so what you’re learning stays relevant and grounded in the real world. It’s also why our graduates are in demand, in New Zealand and around the world.


If you’re looking for a university that backs your ambition, values who you are and helps you turn knowledge into action, you’ll fit in here.


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