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Undergraduate Study in Pacific Studies

The University of Auckland offers an undergraduate program in Pacific Studies, which develops students' knowledge and awareness of Pacific cultures, identities, and experiences. This program allows students to explore various aspects of Pacific Studies, including Pacific histories, health and wellbeing, social anthropology, languages, Indigenous epistemologies, dance, performance, material culture, and film.

What You Can Study in Pacific Studies

Students can compare these areas across different Pacific cultures, gaining a deeper understanding of the diversity and richness of Pacific societies. The program covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Pacific histories
• Health and wellbeing
• Social anthropology
• Languages (Samoan, Cook Islands Reo, Tongan)
• Indigenous epistemologies
• Dance
• Performance
• Material culture
• Film

Structuring Your Major in Pacific Studies

To major in Pacific Studies, students take a minimum of 120 points (eight courses) towards the major, including at least 45 points (three courses) at Stage III. This can be part of a double major within a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Courses

The typical progression for courses is:

• Stage I courses in the first year
• Stage II courses in the second year
• Stage III courses in the third year

Required Courses

Students must pass the following courses as part of the Pacific Studies major:

• PACIFIC 100
• PACIFIC 200

Scholarships and Awards

There are various scholarships and awards available for undergraduate students in Pacific Studies, including major undergraduate scholarships and specific scholarships within the field of Pacific Studies.

Help and Advice

The University provides support through the Student Hub for advice on enrolling and through the Undergraduate Adviser for more specific queries about studying Pacific Studies.

Undergraduate Programmes

The Pacific Studies major is available within the Bachelor of Arts degree.

Related Subjects

Pacific Studies can be complemented by or is related to the study of:

• Samoan
• Tongan

Goes Well With

This major also goes well with other subjects, including:

• Anthropology
• Health and Society
• History
• Politics and International Relations
• Psychology
• Sociology

By studying Pacific Studies, students gain a comprehensive understanding of Pacific cultures and societies, preparing them for a variety of careers and further study opportunities.