Pacific Studies
Society
A course by
University of Auckland
Pacific Studies enables you to develop a broad knowledge of the Pacific and enhance your cultural awareness, focusing on Pacific histories, languages, identities, health, and societies.
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Develop cultural awareness and competency
Students will enhance their awareness of Pacific cultures and increase cultural competency relevant to diverse settings.
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Students will demonstrate critical thinking, synthesis and evaluation skills in debating and considering ideas using academic literature and resources related to the Pacific.
Communication and leadership
Students gain skills in written and verbal communication and demonstrate leadership in diverse group settings.
What You're Signing Up For
Pacific Studies at the University of Auckland provides interdisciplinary understanding of Pacific peoples, cultures, and societies both in the Pacific Islands and in the diaspora. Students explore Pacific histories, identities, languages (including Samoan, Cook Islands Reo, and Tongan), Indigenous epistemologies, dance, performance, social anthropology, contemporary issues, and further develop skills in critical thinking, leadership, and communication.
Course Content
- Pacific cultures, identities, and experiences
- Pacific histories
- Health and wellbeing in the Pacific context
- Social anthropology of Pacific peoples
- Pacific languages (Samoan, Cook Islands Reo, Tongan)
- Indigenous epistemologies
- Pacific dance and performance
- Contemporary Pacific issues
- Leadership and communication in Pacific contexts
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Government
Public Sector
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
Museum and heritage sector
Creative industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Government roles related to Pacific affairs
Public sector policy and advisory roles
NGO and community development
Research and academia
Museum and heritage sector positions
Creative industry roles
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