New Zealand

This course examines markets for shares, fixed income securities, options and futures; methods of valuing shares, fixed income securities, options, and futures; simple techniques of hedging risk; portfolio diversification; and portfolio evaluation.

This course examines the way visual art and culture is used to express identity and its relation to changing notions of creativity and selfhood. The goal of the course is to think critically about the purpose of art: what is it, what does it do, who is it for, how is it made?

This course examines the historical legacies of systemic class oppression, racism, sexism, and homophobia by taking an in-depth look at key issues raised in 20th-century social movements in New Zealand and the United States and mapping those issues into the 21st century.

This course examines theoretical approaches for understanding the social, material and power (political) dimensions of science and technology, as well as practical approaches for imagining and enacting more ethical, equitable, collaborative and anti-colonial technofutures. Topics studied include: science, technology and social theory; feminist, anti-colonial and post-capitalist approaches to science and technology; translating knowledge to engage public audiences.

This course examines the study of international relations in an era of globalization. It covers the historical background, key concepts and theories, case studies, and contemporary developments in the study of world politics.

This course is an introduction to theoretical and practical components of weaving kete. Students learn to weave kete and critically examine traditional techniques, along with modern day applications.

This course examines concepts, materials and methods of making that are indigenous to Aotearoa. It explores ways of developing and creating contemporary art in fiber and textile.

This course examines the impact intersectional relationships between race, gender, class, migration, and sexuality have on individuals. It explores how interlocking social inequalities change and are reproduced through what sociologists call “inequality-producing mechanisms,” which function simultaneously to produce the outcomes we observe in the lives of individuals, groups, and in society. To understand and address challenges and barriers associated with social inequalities and social policy, this course look at different power analysis frameworks to address core concerns related to women and men. It begins taking a detailed look at the structural and interpersonal domains of power dynamics that produce social inequalities. From this foundation, it will direct a critical lens toward major challenges to understand contemporary issues. 

Based in the metal and wood workshops, this course will guide students in the exploration of materials and construction processes. 

This course offers students the opportunity to improve their mastery of skills necessary for success in university study, including time and workload management, written communication, note taking, academic writing, successful use of the library, and approaches to research. Students are introduced to university structures, systems, and resources.