如果您想参与或影响影响我们社会的决策方式，那么了解社会在个人，家庭，社区和政府层面的工作方式就很重要。在本专业中，您需要对社会力量之间的相互作用有深刻的理解，经济和政治。该重点提供了一个强大的平台，可用于探索动力动态，对决策，人口和行为趋势的影响以及经济，政治和社会劣势所带来的挑战。随着对您的了解的深入，您将得到发展批判性分析和解决问题的能力，这对于公共服务，社会部门和社区组织至关重要，这是我们许多毕业生开始成功事业的所有领域。
Understanding how society works at an individual, family, community and government level is important if you want to participate in or influence the way decisions are made that impact on our society.<br><br>Develop a sound understanding of the interplay between social forces, economics and politics. You explore power dynamics, influences on decision making, demographic and behavioural trends, and the challenges caused by economic, political and social disadvantage.<br><br>Youll also develop critical analysis and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for the public service, social sector and community organisations, all areas where many of our graduates start their successful careers.<br><br>With the AUT Bachelor of Arts you can choose from majors in areas as diverse as languages, international studies, criminology, psychology, event management and education. Build a degree that fits your passions and interests with the Bachelor of Arts. Get an in depth understanding of the wider world and your role in it, and learn how you can make a positive difference.<br><br>As you explore topics that unpack social issues, youll become a skilled problem solver, analytical thinker, communicator, researcher and questioner. The knowledge and skills you gain, combined with workplace experience opportunities in your final semester, will prepare you for meaningful careers in Aotearoa New Zealand and abroad.