Program Overview

Introduction to Pacific Studies

The Pacific Studies program at the University of Canterbury (UC) offers postgraduate research opportunities, leveraging the resources of the Macmillan Brown Centre for Pacific Studies. This center provides students with access to major research institutes and universities, as well as opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research.

Program Details

What Will My Study Involve?

Students in the Pacific Studies program will have access to UC's extensive collection of Aotearoa and Pacific literature, housed in the Te Puna Rakahau o Macmillan Brown | Macmillan Brown Library. This library contains original works from the 18th and early 19th centuries, covering history from Aotearoa and the Pacific region, including literature, manuscripts, photographs, and artworks.

Courses

The program includes a range of postgraduate courses in Pacific Studies, which can be explored in more detail through the university's course catalog.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Pacific Studies program can pursue careers in a wide range of fields, including:

• Teaching
• Government
• Foreign service
• Community development
• Museum management
• Organisational management

Qualifications

The Pacific Studies program offers the following qualifications:

• Master of Arts (Thesis)
• Doctor of Philosophy

Research Areas

The Macmillan Brown Centre for Pacific Studies provides opportunities for research across multiple disciplines, with a focus on the navigation and settlement of the Pacific Ocean, including New Zealand.

Resources

Students in the Pacific Studies program will have access to the Macmillan Brown Library, which contains a unique collection of Pacific literature and resources. The library's collection includes:

• Original works from the 18th and early 19th centuries
• Literature
• Manuscripts
• Photographs
• Artworks

Scholarships

The university offers scholarships to support students in their studies, including those pursuing postgraduate research in Pacific Studies.