Teaching
A course by
University of Waikato
A graduate diploma for those with prior knowledge or experience, focusing on teaching in Māori medium and secondary school settings, integrating Māori language, knowledge, and pedagogy.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Online, Online
It will take a total of 2 years

Graduates will demonstrate ability to teach using te reo Māori and draw on mātauranga Māori and tikanga Māori in educational settings.

Develop and apply teaching strategies for science (pūtaiao) and mathematics (pangarau) subjects, including understanding how these disciplines are used in daily life.

Te Ara Hou Te Ahikāroa is a Graduate Diploma designed for individuals with relevant qualifications, skills, or experience, and is centered on teaching within Māori medium and secondary school contexts. The qualification foregrounds te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and mātauranga Māori, and introduces teaching practice and subject-stream options in science and mathematics, with potential for conjoint study. Delivered online, it draws together Māori and mainstream pedagogies and is suitable for those seeking careers in education and allied sectors.
What you need to know first
NZQA Level 7 or relevant prior experience

Education
Public Sector

Kaiako wharekura (kura tuarua)
Digital education specialist
Māori educational leader
Science education specialist
Teaching
A course by
University of Waikato
A graduate diploma for those with prior knowledge or experience, focusing on teaching in Māori medium and secondary school settings, integrating Māori language, knowledge, and pedagogy.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Online, Online
It will take a total of 2 years

Graduates will demonstrate ability to teach using te reo Māori and draw on mātauranga Māori and tikanga Māori in educational settings.

Develop and apply teaching strategies for science (pūtaiao) and mathematics (pangarau) subjects, including understanding how these disciplines are used in daily life.

Te Ara Hou Te Ahikāroa is a Graduate Diploma designed for individuals with relevant qualifications, skills, or experience, and is centered on teaching within Māori medium and secondary school contexts. The qualification foregrounds te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and mātauranga Māori, and introduces teaching practice and subject-stream options in science and mathematics, with potential for conjoint study. Delivered online, it draws together Māori and mainstream pedagogies and is suitable for those seeking careers in education and allied sectors.
What you need to know first
NZQA Level 7 or relevant prior experience

Education
Public Sector

Kaiako wharekura (kura tuarua)
Digital education specialist
Māori educational leader
Science education specialist
Build and display professional teaching competence during work-integrated learning experiences in kura (schools).
Data analyst
Tertiary education specialist
Public service roles
Broadcast media (newsreader, researcher, writer)
Build and display professional teaching competence during work-integrated learning experiences in kura (schools).
Data analyst
Tertiary education specialist
Public service roles
Broadcast media (newsreader, researcher, writer)