200-level

EDUC202
One in Four: Different Developmental Pathways
Description
One in four children or adolescents will experience learning challenges, impairments and/or trauma that may affect their development and educational opportunities. This course explores the dynamic relationships between different developmental pathways and effective educational practices. Students will critically assess how personal beliefs, educational experiences, and social contexts shape learning.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Semester One 2026 (Distance)
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
30 points in EDUC, HLTH, HSRV, PSYC, SOWK, or YACL, or permission of the Head of School.
HSRV202
Human Behaviour and Human Systems
Description
This course examines the applications to human services of primary knowledge about human functioning and social behaviours, drawing on contemporary theories of psychosocial processes. The course explores selected developmental and external challenges facing children and families in New Zealand. The focus of the course is on usual developmental processes and the interface between individual and societal expectations, and implications for social service delivery.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Semester One 2026 (Distance)
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
30 points at 100 level in HSRV; OR 60 points at 100-level from Schedule V to the BA, BSW Hons, BCJ or B Hlth Sc or BYCL.
Restrictions
SOWK202
POLS202
International Relations and Humanitarian Ideals
Description
This course examines the intersection of international relations and humanitarian ideals. It examines debates over the meaning of sovereignty, the role of identity and ethnicity in war, and the impact of human rights in international and global politics. These issues are illustrated via case studies of humanitarian intervention and the war on terror.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 15 points at 100 level from POLS, or any 60 points at 100 level from the Schedule V of the BA, or LAWS, GEOG, or the Schedule V of the BCom.
HSRV204
Culture, Indigeneity and Citizenship: Critical Debates for the Human Services
Description
The course provides a critical introduction to the historical and current debates of culture, indigeneity and citizenship. The course focuses on debates that move beyond conventional notions of culture, indigeneity and citizenship, and treats these as strategic concepts that are central in the analysis of global/local identities, participation, empowerment, and social justice. Understanding how other communities, populations, groups and individuals organise their lives and participate in the social world enables us to develop theoretically informed tools for providing practical analysis and advice in the shaping/construction of human services agencies and practice.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Semester Two 2026 (Distance)
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
30 points at 100 level in HSRV; OR 60 points at 100-level from Schedule V to the BA, BSW Hons, BCJ or B Hlth Sc or BYCL.
CULT206
Creature Features: From Jaws to Planet of the Apes
Description
This course explores cinematic representations of insects, mammals, fish, birds and reptiles, with an emphasis on their special place in horror and science fiction genres. Students will also be introduced to Human-Animal Studies as a field of scholarship.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 15 points at 100 level from CULT or ENGL, or any 60 points at 100 level from the Schedule V of the BA.
Restrictions
AMST236, AMST331, ENGL243, GEND213, GEND311, and ENGL349
MGMT206
Organisational Behaviour
Description
This course provides an introduction to the study of human behavior within organisational settings. Students will explore and apply foundational theories to understand how individuals, groups, and structures influence organisational dynamics and outcomes. Examples topic areas include personality, motivation, group & team dynamics, leadership, organisational culture, and change management. Through a blend of lectures and interactive activities, students will develop an understanding of the psychological and sociological factors that drive individudal and group behaviour in organisations.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) MGMT100; and (2) A further 45 points
Restrictions
MGMT201, MGMT216
SOWK206
Communication for Practice
Description
This course will include substantive content on communicating across the life course, communication for practice with Maori, communication for working with diverse communities, communication for advocacy, professional communication (legal and ethical), documenting for practice, and working in groups (teamwork). This course is an introduction to aspects of professional communication in a practice/workplace environment. Common communication dynamics associated with teamwork, breaking bad news, addressing conflict, and macro advocacy will be explored. The course utilises a blended learning format.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 15 points at 100 level from HSRV or SOWK, or any 60 points at 100 level from the Schedule V of the BA or BC, or from Schedule C to the BSW(Hons).
Restrictions
HSRV201, SOWK201
COMS207
Social Media
Description
This course contains practical work in the community and groupwork. The course prepares students to do public communication in a rapidly changing media environment. The first half of the course explores how a range of social media platforms work and how professional communicators are attempting to use it. Topics include networks, online community, social media analytics and social media campaigns. In the second half of the course students apply these ideas in small-group projects for a community organisation or company. This course is available only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Communication.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
15 points COMS or 60 points BC Schedule V. Subject to approval by the Head of Department.
Restrictions
COMS222 (2008-2012), DIGI207
SPCO208
Sport and Culture in Aotearoa/New Zealand
Description
Sport does more than merely reflect mainstream society and culture. It plays a significant and dynamic role in the production and reproduction of culture. Approached from a critical perspective this course examines sport in New Zealand with a focus on its unique bi-cultural nature and the social and cultural issues related to its practice and its significance in New Zealand. The progression towards successful integration of some aspects of Maori and NZ European cultures is a feature of New Zealand sport on the world stage but the interaction of culture and sport is complex and tied into larger social issues that that are often overlooked. This course examines a range of cultural and social issues in New Zealand sport with a focus on its bicultural nature and how this should inform coaching practice.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Semester Two 2026 (Distance)
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject.
HSRV209
Violent Inequalities
Description
This course introduces students to the study of links between inequalities and violence. It provides students with the opportunity to question taken for granted assumptions about violence and inequality through a focus on class, gender and species. The topic adopts a social justice approach and includes consideration of issues such as links between violence to humans and violence to animals, in particular family violence, animal and child abuse; practical interventions to address gender-based violence, and socio-political causes of violence such as neoliberalism. The course provides students with the opportunity to question taken for granted assumptions about power, discourse, crime and violence as well as encouraging students to think about the nature, form and process of advocacy on behalf of the marginalized.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Semester One 2026 (Distance)
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
30 points HSRV at 100 level; or 60 points at 100 level from Schedule V to the BA, BSW Hons, BCJ, BHtlhSc, or BYCL.
Restrictions
CULT209
HSRV211
Community Development: Concepts, Practice and the Dynamics of Change
Description
In this course, the concept of community in the modern world is explored, together with theoretical and practical approaches to understanding community development. An introduction is provided to community analysis and the dynamics of change in communities.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Semester Two 2026 (Distance)
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
30 points at 100 level in HSRV; OR 60 points at 100-level from Schedule V to the BA, BSW Hons, BCJ or B Hlth Sc or BYCL.
MAOR212
Maori and Indigenous Development
Description
This course will examine Maori and Indigenous development. Students will explore both historical and contemporary developments and the factors which have affected Maori and Indigenous engagement with globalisation. For example the course will look at areas such as economic development, education and health, amongst others.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 15 points at 100 level from HIST, MAOR, SOWK, or TREO, or any 60 points at 100 level from the Schedule V of the BA.
Restrictions
HIST262, HIST379
MAOR219
Te Tiriti: The Treaty of Waitangi
Description
This course uses the Treaty of Waitangi to frame examinations of contemporary New Zealand society. We ask questions designed to highlight and emphasise the relevance of the Treaty of Waitangi to everyday New Zealanders. In addition, the course looks at the importance of this document in the maintenance of Crown and Maori relations. Topics covered range from the signing of the Treaty, and historical developments, to the protest movements and activism of the continuing Maori renaissance period, race relations and one law-for-all.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 15 points at 100 level from CULT, HIST, HSRV, MAOR, POLS, SOCI, SOWK, or TREO, or any 60 points at 100 level from the Schedule V of the BA.
Restrictions
POLS218, POLS258, HIST268, SOCI209, HSRV207, CULT219
HLED222
Sexualities Education
Description
This course examines current debates, issues and practices of sexuality education. Students will explore the historical and contemporary influences on the delivery of sexuality education and develop knowledge in relation to sexuality and sexual health practices. A focus will be on examining and reframing debates around the nature of sexuality education content and delivery underpinned by an exploration of ethical values and mental health. Topics will include interpersonal skills to enhance relationships, pleasure pedagogy, relationships, gender, the sex industry, sexuality and disability, safer sex practices, the role of the media, strategies for enhancing sexual health and a positive sexuality.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
HLED121 or HLED122 or HLTH101
MGMT223
Innovation Management
Description
This course introduces the theories and practices of innovation management. The course examines areas including the role of innovation for growth and wealth creation, effective innovation processes and the associated management issues, and the characteristics of innovative organisations.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) MGMT100; and (2) A further 45 points
MGMT230
Business, Society and the Environment
Description
This course is a general introduction to the changing responsibilities of business to society and the environment. This course is designed to 1) help you to understand current perspectives on the impact of business on climate change globalisation, and consumerism, and, 2) to help you analyse and develop ways in which business organisations respond ethically to the needs of society and the environment. Each of the topics is addressed at a global, national and organisational level.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
60 points
Restrictions
MKTG230

Not Offered Courses in 2026

200-level

ANTH202
Politics, Power and Capitalism
Description
This course poses fundamental questions about the domain of "the political" in relation to interest, influence, and power. It applies these concerns to the dominant social, political, and economic system of our times - capitalism. Concerned with its historical and geographical spread, its ideological manifestations, its crises, and its oppositional movements, it introduces students to critical ethnographies that explore issues of wealth and inequality, protest and control, and the role of military, technological, and economic power in contemporary societies.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026, offered in 2020 , 2023 , 2024
For further information see ANTH202 course details
Points
15 points
ANTH213
Environment, Development and Sustainability: Anthropological Perspectives
Description
This course is concerned with the social and ecological impacts of human activity in the context of a global fossil fuel civilization. Investigating problems of climate change, declining biodiversity, and environmental degradation, it provides an anthropologically informed perspective on crucial issues at the intersection of ecology, sustainable development, and social activism.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026, offered in 2023 , 2024 , 2025
For further information see ANTH213 course details
Points
15 points