2PAS
This course requires 2 options.

Level 2 Pasifika Studies

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. Faitotonu, Ms J. Fry.

Mālō e lelei, Talofa lava, Taloha ni, Kia orana, Kam n bane n Mauri, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Namaste, Ni sa bula and warm Pacific greetings  

Pasifika Studies aims to develop students' understanding of different Pacific cultures. Anyone can join this course, whether you have Pasifika heritage or not. The first topic of the year is Dance and all students will be expected to participate in the dances prepared for Polyfest, even if you are unable to attend the event. In Terms Two and Three in 2025, you will study different aspects of indigenous, traditional knowledge. Within this theme you will develop research skills and make a presentation about a topic of your choice. Additionally, all students will all learn about Pacific languages and cultures through the activities in Pacific Language Weeks, hosting visitors, attending SPACPAC events and taking part in other local Pacific activities.  

Our Pasifika Studies course works as a village: students from Years 11-13 have class together. The base assessments for everyone are 

- a dance standard

- a research process standard

- a presentation standard

If you already understand Samoan, Cook Island Māori, Vagahau Niue or Lea Faka-Tonga you can also be assessed through Learning Languages Achievement Standards for Listening and Reading.



Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 42 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 20 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 22 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 17166 v5
NZQA Info
Draw a conclusion after an investigation into an aspect of Pacific change and development with guidance
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 26539 v6
NZQA Info
Communicate detailed understanding of an aspect of Pacific culture through a planned presentation with guidance
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91143 v3
NZQA Info
Samoan 2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Samoan texts on familiar matters
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91145 v2
NZQA Info
Samoan 2.2 - Give a spoken presentation in Samoan that communicates information, ideas and opinions
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91146 v3
NZQA Info
Samoan 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of written and/or visual Samoan text(s) on familiar matters
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91209 v3
NZQA Info
Dance 2.5 - Perform a repertoire of dance
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91674 v1
NZQA Info
Lea Faka-Tonga 2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Lea Faka-Tonga texts on familiar matters
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91675 v1
NZQA Info
Lea Faka-Tonga 2.2 - Give a spoken presentation in Lea Faka-Tonga that communicates information, ideas and opinions
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91677 v1
NZQA Info
Lea Faka-Tonga 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of written and/or visual Lea Faka-Tonga text(s) on familiar matters
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 42
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0