Bachelor of Arts

A Massey Bachelor of Arts is your passport to discovering, questioning and understanding the big issues and big ideas. Discover new ways of making sense of life in the 21st century and explore humanity’s richness and diversity, its conflicts and cataclysms, its triumphs of art and knowledge. With 26 majors to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Massey’s BA has five core papers that will give you a solid grounding in the transferable skills you need, and you only have to select your major in your second year. This gives you plenty of time to gain an understanding of everything we have to offer before you make a choice.

You’ll be introduced to new ways of making sense of the world. Your assumptions and ideas will be challenged. Your ability to make informed choices, evaluate evidence and construct reasoned arguments will be strengthened. And you will use your intellect and imagination to generate imaginative solutions to complex local and global challenges. Massey’s BA will develop your skills in critical thinking, communication and problem-solving. Your ability to engage effectively with others, and contribute to society in positive and meaningful ways, will be more important than ever.