Bachelor of Arts (BA) Majoring in Pacific Islands Studies: Fees & Entry Requirements at The University of Otago, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Majoring in Pacific Islands Studies
The University of Otago

New Zealand

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About this course

What will I learn?

Pacific Islands Studies is a unique, multidisciplinary programme that examines contemporary issues of importance to Pacific peoples, including New Zealanders, within their broad cultural context.The course covers the geographical area contained within the Polynesian Triangle defined by Hawai’i, Rapa Nui, and Aotearoa as well as the islands of Melanesia and Micronesia. The focus of the programme affirms New Zealand’s location within the Pacific and its acknowledged political, intellectual and diplomatic links in the area.

Which department am I in?

Division of Humanities

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$37,380.00 (18,81,323) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2026

Venue

Dunedin Campus

University of Otago Clocktower Building,

362 Leith Street,

DUNEDIN,

North Dunedin,

9016, South Island, New Zealand

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$37,380.00 (18,81,323) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2026

Venue

Dunedin Campus

University of Otago Clocktower Building,

362 Leith Street,

DUNEDIN,

North Dunedin,

9016, South Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

We recognise many other qualifications as equivalent to the New Zealand qualification for entrance.

We also accept the following international qualifications:

  • International Baccalaureate: IB Diploma with a minimum of 24 points.
  • Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) GCE Advanced Levels: minimum Numerical Score of 8
  • A minimum of CCC across the NCUK IFY
  • Satisfactory completion of one year's study at a recognised tertiary institution.

English language requirements

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About The University of Otago

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