Please note: Information on this page relates to the 2012 academic year unless otherwise specified.
On this page:
- Overview
- Undergraduate Information
- Postgraduate Information
- How to Find out More
- Related Subjects and Careers
- List of Courses
Overview
Talofa lava and welcome to the first Bachelor of Arts (BA) major in Samoan Studies/Fa'asamoa in the world. The majority of Pacific people living in New Zealand are Samoan, and Samoan is the third most spoken language in this country.
The programme of study focuses on language, society and culture, and Samoan Studies courses complement others in Art History, Education, History and Music. The courses you take can contribute to majors in Pacific Studies or Modern Language Studies. The friendly staff at Va'aomanū Pasifika will help you select a pathway that will enhance your learning experience.
Samoan Studies can draw on your Samoan heritage, or open your eyes to an important culture for all New Zealanders to understand. It also offers a unique qualification with real relevance in New Zealand and Pacific societies.
Undergraduate Information
BA major requirements
- SAMO 101 (beginners' level), 102 and 111
- SAMO 201 and 202
- SAMO 301 and 302
Note: Students with some knowledge of Samoan may be allowed direct entry to 200-level courses.
Postgraduate Information
Postgraduate Qualification in Samoan Studies
For information specific to Samoan Studies, please see our Postgraduate Study page. For information about the postgraduate qualification, please click on the Faculty link below.
How to Find out More
You can order more information on this subject using our Request for Study Material form.
Victoria's Student Recruitment, Admission and Orientation Office offers advice on courses and help with planning your degree.
Contact the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences' Student and Academic Services Office for information on admission, qualifications and courses, course advice and selection criteria, exemptions and prerequisites.
Samoan Studies courses are taught within the Samoan Studies Programme of Va'aomanū Pasifika, Rm 101, 6 Kelburn Parade.
Administration Assistant
Phone: 0-4-463 5830
Email: vaaomanu-pasifika@vuw.ac.nz
Related Subjects and Careers
| Related Subjects | Careers |
|---|---|
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Art History |
Community organisations |
List of Courses
| On this page: |
| 100 Level Courses |
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SAMO 101 – Introduction to Samoan |
SAMO 102 – Elementary Samoan |
SAMO 111 – Samoan Society and Culture |
| 200 Level Courses |
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SAMO 201 – Gagana Samoa 2A |
SAMO 202 – Gagana Samoa 2B |
| 300 Level Courses |
|---|
SAMO 301 – Gagana Samoa 3 |
SAMO 302 – Interpreting and Translation |