This distance taught paper introduces students to key aspects of, and approaches to, Pacific public health. Students will gain a critical understanding of the historical and political factors that impact on the health of Pacific people. They will learn about Pacific models of health and frameworks for intervention and critically appraise the determinants of health of Pacific peoples. Students will apply understanding of Pacific public health values and practices to promote the health of Pacific peoples. The paper focuses on Pacific peoples, including Pacific migrants in countries such as Aotearoa New Zealand.
About this paper
| Paper title | Introduction to Pacific Public Health |
|---|---|
| Subject | Public Health |
| EFTS | 0.125 |
| Points | 15 points |
| Teaching period | 1st Non standard period (23 February 2026 - 17 April 2026) (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,743.38 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- MA(Coursework), MA (Thesis), MHealSc, MPH, MSc, DPH, PGDipArts, BA (Hons), PGDipHealMgt, PGDipHealSc, PGDipPH, PGCertPHC, PGDipMLSc
- Notes
- May not be credited with PUBH739 completed in 2020 or 2021
- Eligibility
Inquiries are welcome from students who have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline or recognised equivalent.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on postgraduate studies in Public Health
- Teaching staff
- Paper Structure
- What is it to be Pacific? Epidemiology and sociology of Pacific peoples. (block day).
- The history and politics of the Pacific.
- Determinants of Health 1.
- Determinants of Health 2.
- Effective public health action by Pacific communities; at the community level.
- Effective public health action by Pacific communities; at the regional and global level.
- Assessment week.
- Teaching Arrangements
This Distance Learning paper is taught remotely with a one day workshop in Wellington.
Distance taught through 2 hour weekly webinars Tuesdays 4pm-6pm, with a one-day workshop in Wellington on 24th February. Final Teaching Session on 4th April.
- Textbooks
Text to be confirmed
Please contact publichealth.wellington@otago.ac.nz for more information
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.- Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to do the following for Pacific peoples including for Pacific migrants in countries such as Aotearoa New Zealand:
- Critically reflect on what it is to be Pacific and the epidemiology and sociology of Pacific peoples.
- Demonstrate understanding of Pacific models of health and frameworks for intervention.
- Apply critical understanding of the nature and context of historical and political factors related to Pacific health and their impact on the health of Pacific peoples.
- Critically appraise the determinants of the health of Pacific peoples.
- Demonstrate and apply understanding of Pacific public health values and practices to improve, promote and protect the health of Pacific peoples.
- Assessment details
Assignment 1: Due Monday 10 March (40%)
Assignment 2: Due Sunday 13 April (60%)
This distance taught paper introduces students to key aspects of, and approaches to, Pacific public health. Students will gain a critical understanding of the historical and political factors that impact on the health of Pacific people. They will learn about Pacific models of health and frameworks for intervention and critically appraise the determinants of health of Pacific peoples. Students will apply understanding of Pacific public health values and practices to promote the health of Pacific peoples. The paper focuses on Pacific peoples, including Pacific migrants in countries such as Aotearoa New Zealand.
About this paper
| Paper title | Introduction to Pacific Public Health |
|---|---|
| Subject | Public Health |
| EFTS | 0.125 |
| Points | 15 points |
| Teaching period | 1st Non standard period (1 March 2027 - 30 April 2027) (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- MA(Coursework), MA (Thesis), MHealSc, MPH, MSc, DPH, PGDipArts, BA (Hons), PGDipHealMgt, PGDipHealSc, PGDipPH, PGCertPHC, PGDipMLSc
- Notes
- May not be credited with PUBH739 completed in 2020 or 2021
- Eligibility
Inquiries are welcome from students who have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline or recognised equivalent.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on postgraduate studies in Public Health
- Teaching staff
- Paper Structure
- What is it to be Pacific? Epidemiology and sociology of Pacific peoples (block day).
- The history and politics of the Pacific.
- Determinants of Health 1.
- Determinants of Health 2.
- Effective public health action by Pacific communities; at the community level.
- Effective public health action by Pacific communities; at the regional and global level.
- Assessment week.
- Teaching Arrangements
This Distance Learning paper is taught remotely with a one-day workshop in Wellington. (Online option available for those unable to travel to Wellington)
Distance taught through 2-hour weekly webinars Tuesdays 4:00pm-6:00pm, with a one-day workshop in Wellington on Tuesday 2 March 9:00am-5:00pm. Final Teaching Session on 6 April.
- Textbooks
Text to be confirmed.
Please contact publichealth.uow@otago.ac.nz for more information.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Scholarship, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to do the following for Pacific peoples including for Pacific migrants in countries such as Aotearoa New Zealand:
- Critically reflect on what it is to be Pacific and the epidemiology and sociology of Pacific peoples.
- Demonstrate understanding of Pacific models of health and frameworks for intervention.
- Apply critical understanding of the nature and context of historical and political factors related to Pacific health and their impact on the health of Pacific peoples.
- Critically appraise the determinants of the health of Pacific peoples.
- Demonstrate and apply understanding of Pacific public health values and practices to improve, promote and protect the health of Pacific peoples.
- Assessment details
Assignment 1 (40%)
Assignment 2 (60%)