PACIFIC 100

Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa / Pacific Worlds

Description

Introduces students to Pacific Studies and the worlds of Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa (The Pacific). Through the study of taonga or cultural treasures drawn from specific cultures and societies, insights into Indigenous Pacific knowledges and practices are developed. Spanning deep history and the contemporary moment, this course provides a critical understanding of change in the Pacific over time and space.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines for 2025 will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2025

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Reading/Texts

Readings will be available through CANVAS/Talis

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

PACIFIC 100: 15 points