Bachelor in Pacific and Indigenous Studies

A Pacific and Indigenous Studies degree explores the Pacific region in depth—an area that spans a large part of the globe and is home to a wide range of languages, cultures, and histories. The programme also looks closely at the experiences and perspectives of Pacific communities in New Zealand.

Students come from different backgrounds, some with strong cultural connections to the Pacific and others who are new to the subject but eager to learn. The course builds a clear understanding of the region while developing skills in critical thinking, communication, and cultural analysis.

You’ll examine key themes such as migration, identity, development, cultural change, and sustainability, while engaging with important questions about power, knowledge, and social change. The programme encourages you to think about how history shapes the present and how communities can move forward.

What makes this programme distinctive is its combined focus on both Pacific Studies and Indigenous Studies, offering a perspective that brings together culture, politics, history, and social issues across the region.

Students study core topics and also have the flexibility to explore areas of interest through courses linked to different disciplines. For those interested in Pacific cultures, indigenous perspectives, and global development, this field provides a strong foundation for both academic and career pathways.