What we do
Our purpose is to help Pacific secondary school students navigate entry into the faculty's undergraduate programmes.
Our mission is to inform and guide students through their subject selection, pathway planning, workshops, school visits, applications, scholarships, course advice and meeting entry requirements. This wrap-around support paves the way for a successful transition to university life. Our purpose is to grow the Pacific health workforce and improve health outcomes for Pacific communities across Aotearoa, New Zealand.
How we support students
| School engagement | Interactive workshops and presentations across Years 11-13. |
| Pathway guidance | One-to-one mentoring, subject selections advice and rank-score planning. |
| On campus workshops | The Va'a Experience, Getting Ready Workshop and Year 13 Camp. |
| Māori and Pacific Admission Scheme (MAPAS) | Guidance for application and general interview processes. |
| Family and community support | Parent Fono sessions and community events. |
Guiding Pacific students into health careers
We support Pacific secondary school students in exploring and entering the health and medical sciences, helping grow the next generation of Pacific health professionals.
Steps to success
Year 9-10: Early discovery
Year 9–10 students explore their interests, build confidence, and discover their strengths, with a focus on approaches that resonate with Pacific students.
We offer:
- In-school interactive workshops
- On-campus experiences
- Opportunities to learn about Pacific health role models
These experiences help students explore various career pathways and a potential career in health.
Year 11-13: Laying the foundation
Year 11–12 students focus on preparing for university, with support tailored to the needs of Pacific students.
We offer:
- Subject selection guidance
- Interactive on-campus events
- Campus tours for students and their families
Our workshops and events lay the foundation for university, helping students explore health careers, gain university insights, and strengthen academic skills.
Year 12-13: Pathway planning
Year 13 is a pivotal year for Pacific students, focused on transitioning from secondary school to university and beyond.
We offer:
- MAPAS application and interview support
- Scholarship guidance
- Interactive on-campus events
- University preparation advice
- One-to-one Pathway planning sessions
This stage offers final preparation for students pursuing studies in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, with a supportive network and resources for their university journey.