Although technology may seem like a contemporary development, humans have been using technology since they began converting natural resources into tools. For example, the understanding of fire and its use in prehistoric cooking could be considered a facet of technology.

French is the official language in the islands of French Polynesia and is the language most widely used. French Polynesia’s university offers students a wide range of topics, a large library, and room for international students. Available subjects include the sciences, cultural studies, research, and professional education.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.