This course, aims to introduce you to a wide range of issues related to Pacific health, it is the intention of this paper to provide in-depth analysis with evidence of the global, regional and local issues that determines the health of the Pacific population both in the region and in New Zealand. Firstly, in order for students to learn
better, this paper is planned in a way that students would be provided first with an insight into specific health profiles and issues of four selected Pacific countries in the region. Secondly, key health issues in NZ will also be explored. Thirdly, is to share similar ethnic specific health profiles of the same population here in New Zealand to enhance better student learning about Pacific health. Fourthly, a showcase of Pacific students research will be presented. There will be a number of presentations of Pacific health providers and services. Finally we will visit a Pacific Health provider. It is hoped that an outcome of these learning would make a difference on the knowledge and understanding of how best to deal with Pacific health issues starting from the four ethnic specific populations.