Ideally, have explored a Social Sciences subject in Year 11
A developing understanding of research skills
A deep interest in the Pacific Region, including environment, culture, language and its peoples
Growing written skills to produce conclusions
A work ethic to meet deadlines to complete a range of internal assessments throughout the year
To excel in this course, you should be ready to demonstrate and develop the following skills:
Research Skills: Finding sources to be able to explore key questions.
Written Skills: Building your ability to write responses using a range of historical evidence.
Presentation Skills: Ability to present conclusions in a range of presentation forms
Using sources: Unpacking sources from a Pacific Lens
The skills you gain in Level 2 Pacific Studies are highly transferable into a range of other subjects, career pathways, and opportunities.
Government agency roles: Work in various ministries, such as those focused on social development, business, or education.
Journalism and broadcasting: Work as a journalist, writer, or in other media and communications roles.
Museums and heritage: Work in the museum and heritage sector, using your knowledge of culture and history.
Educator: Work as an educator or in educational administration.
Climate change and environment: Work in fields related to climate change, environmental sustainability, or resource management.