New Zealand Diploma in Te Reo (Rumaki) (Level 6)
Language & Literature
A course by
SIT
For proficient speakers of te reo Māori wishing to develop advanced communication skills and contribute to the growth and maintenance of te reo Māori within a range of professional and cultural contexts.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
This course requires 20 hours per week
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Advanced Reo Māori Communication
Communicate independently and fluently in te reo Māori with spontaneity and precision in diverse settings.
Critical Analysis and Research
Articulate, critique ideas and theories, and conduct research using specialised te reo Māori lexicon and knowledge.
Application in Whanau, Marae, and Professional Contexts
Engage in and support the use and growth of te reo Māori within whanau, marae, professional, and academic environments.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Te Reo (Rumaki) (Level 6) is designed for those who are already proficient in te reo Māori and seek to refine their speaking, comprehension, and expressive abilities. The course supports learners who want to communicate independently and critically using te reo Māori in various settings including whanau, marae, academia, and the professional sector. Tikanga Māori is interwoven throughout, and graduates are equipped for roles requiring advanced skills in language, analysis, and cultural competency.
Course Content
- WTMP601 Nga Ahuatanga o te Reo
- WTMP602 WhakaMāori/Whakapakeha
- WTMP603 Te Orokohanga o te Ao
- WTMP604 Kupu Whakanikoniko
- WTMP605 Te Whakawhitinga o nga Waka
- WTMP606 Aroa
- WTMP607 Take Whenua
- WTMP608 Waiata/Haka
What you need to know first
At least 16 years of age at the start (or school exemption)
NZ citizen (or Australia, Tokelau, Niue, Cook Islands) or permanent resident
Successfully completed Te Haputanga o te Reo (Te Kaupae 5) OR a te reo Māori diploma at Level 5 OR Year One of a te reo Māori degree (Rumaki)
Interview or information hui with a kaiako
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Cultural Advisory
Media
Public Service
Tourism
Future employment opportunities might be
Senior administration roles
Senior policy analyst
Liaison team leader
Māori cultural advisor
Senior teacher/educator (general or reo Māori)
Kaiawhina, kaiarahi i te reo in Kohanga Reo, Kura Kaupapa Māori or schools
Script writer or broadcaster (Māori Radio)
Health advocate or healthcare support worker
Roles in the arts sector — singer, composer, writer, artist, actor
Tour guide, tourism sector instructor or kaitiaki
Senior hospitality positions
Māori liaison/cultural advisor in government
Politics—liaison, advisor or speaker in boards/council/parliament
Museum speaker/advisor
Foreign embassy advisor (NZ or overseas)
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