Te Reo Māori for Beginners

Language & Literature

A course by

UCOL

A relaxed, conversational introduction to the basics of Te Reo Māori language for beginners, including greetings, basic conversation, pronunciation, and Marae protocols.

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Available in 4 locations

It will take a total of 9 weeks

This course requires 2 hours per week

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Use basic Te Reo Māori greetings and farewells

Learners will be able to confidently use common greetings and farewells in Te Reo Māori.

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Understand and use numbers in Te Reo Māori

Learners will acquire the ability to count and use numbers appropriately in conversation.

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Ask and answer basic questions about wellbeing

Students will practice asking others and responding about how they are in Te Reo Māori.

What You're Signing Up For

Te Reo Māori for Beginners is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the Māori language in a relaxed, conversational style. The course covers greetings, farewells, numbers, asking and saying how you are, basic mihimihi, pronunciation, and understanding the rules for visiting Marae. Classes are part-time over 9-10 weeks, with in-person sessions at multiple campuses. The course offers open entry and is particularly suitable for those new to Te Reo Māori.

Course Content

  • Basic Te Reo Māori greetings and farewells
  • Numbers and counting
  • Expressing and asking about wellbeing
  • Basic mihimihi (introductions)
  • Pronunciation
  • Rules and protocols of the Marae (dos and don'ts)
  • Conversational Māori language practice

What you need to know first

Open entry

For non-native English speakers, diagnostic test for English proficiency may be used

For international students: enquire for details

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