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The main aim is to study the Melanesian socio-cultural context, both in its traditional and changing forms. It does this by means of anthropology, sociology and other related fields. The Research and Teaching staff (Faculty) research a wide range of issues comprising cultural, religions, socio-economic, political and development issues of concern that is affecting the lives of Melanesian people.

These research studies increase the understanding of the themes and issues that are enhancing or hindering the lives of people in Melanesia. We want to promote not merely the study of human sciences, but how they can be made useful to enrich daily lives.

The women and men in the Research and Teaching team are of different nationalities and hold degrees and doctorates in theology, sociology, anthropology, education, history and religion.

• HIV and Aids Situation in Papua New Guinea

• Christianity Witchcraft and Sorcery in Papua New Guinea

This research deals with issues of sorcery and witchcraft in different parts of Papua New Guinea.

Two of the Research and Teaching Staff on their Research trip in East New Britain


The Research and Teaching Staff (Faculty) has conducted research into the following provinces:

Lufa in the Eastern Highlands
Simbu Province
Goodenough Island in Milne Bay Province
Mekeo in the Central Province
Yangoru in the East Sepik Province
East New Britain Province.
Finschaffen in Morobe Province.

• Marriage and Family Life in Melanesia

  • Marriage in Melanesia: A Theological Perspective

  • Marriage in Melanesia: A sociological Perspective

  • Marriage in Melanesia: An Anthropological Perspective.

• Young Melanesian Project

  • Young Melanesians Project: Data Analysis

• Land and Churches in Melanesia

  • Land and Churches in Melanesia: Issues and Contexts

  • Land and Churches in Melanesia: Cases and Procedures