We raise intercultural understanding by researching language education, translation, film, literatures, history and religion in Asia, Europe and Latin America.

As historians, philosophers, theologians, poets, novelists and critics of art, theatre and literature, we all research the messy glory of being human.

From archaeologists to filmmakers to policymakers, our researchers explore power, inequality, conflict, youth, gender, technologies and creative expression.

Our research covers a variety of disciplinary fields, with many staff incorporating practice as a research methodology.

Our staff and students pose challenging questions about how we engage with the world.

Our staff and students contribute high-calibre research in diverse musical disciplines.

We draw on mātauranga Māori to create new knowledge, ideas and innovations for the benefit of Māori, iwi, local, national and global communities.

Our award-winning researchers increase understanding of the history, languages and contemporary life of Pacific communities in Aotearoa, the Pacific and beyond.

Explore research and perspectives from the Faculty of Arts and hear our academics discuss their findings and interesting topics.

Our research leads to cultural, social, environmental, economic and health benefits for our communities, our nation, our region and our world.