Te Pōkairua Reo (Rumaki) (Kaupae 5) | NZ Diploma in Te Reo Māori (Immersion) (Level 5)
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EIT
Gain an advanced understanding and independent capability in te reo Māori (immersion) at NZQA Level 5; suitable for graduates of a Level 4 foundation wanting intermediate language, cultural, writing, and research skills.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year


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Communicate independently in Te Reo Māori
Demonstrate fluency and flexibility in te reo Māori in a variety of familiar and some less familiar situations.

Apply intermediate knowledge of Te Reo and Tikanga Māori
Use intermediate-level skills and understanding of Māori language and cultural concepts in professional and community contexts.

Develop academic writing and Māori research skills
Demonstrate academic writing and research skills relevant to Māori studies taught at Level 4 and further developed at Level 5.
What You're Signing Up For
This 1-year diploma provides immersive intermediate-level skills in te reo and tikanga Māori. Delivered mainly in te reo Māori, it develops language proficiency, cultural competence, academic writing, and Māori research skills. Graduates can communicate independently in te reo Māori in familiar and some less familiar situations, and can pursue roles in Māori radio, teaching, or other careers requiring intermediate reo, or continue studies to bachelor level.
Course Content
- Te Reo Māori
- Tikanga Māori
- Māori research
- Academic writing
- Activities to enhance teaching te reo Māori (elective)
- Māori stone tool technology (elective)
- Māori performing arts (elective)
- Māori society (elective)
- Māori music and musical instruments (elective)
What you need to know first
Completion of Te Tohu Tauihu (Kaupae 4) | NZ Certificate in Te Reo me Ngā Tikanga (Level 4) or equivalent qualification or life experience.
Interview to confirm language capability may be required.
English language entry requirements apply.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Māori cultural sector
Broadcasting
Community services

Future employment opportunities might be
Government departments
Māori radio
Teaching in kōhanga reo or primary school
Roles requiring intermediate level te reo Māori


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