Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3) New Zealand Certificate in Te Reo Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3)
Level of Study
Certificate
Summary
Whiria te tangata | Weave the people together.
Are you looking to enhance your te reo Māori skills? Our level three programme provides the perfect opportunity to take your skills to the next level!
This course will help you improve your conversational skills and confidence in communicating with others in various settings. Our programme encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and extend yourself.
This exciting programme immerses you in the Maori language and culture like never before. Throughout this semester, you will have the opportunity to practice your pepeha further and gain the ability to use te reo Māori in your everyday life.
You will learn these things and moreNelson delivery options
Kura pō | Part-time night classesTuesday evening classes run from 5 - 9 pm, and include a shared kai.
Te Reo Ohooho | Tuesday eveningsTe Reo Ohooho classes are available for anyone who has Māori whakapapa. It is optional but highly recommended as a safe and positive way to connect, revitalise and grow your reo.
If you included your iwi affiliations or identify as Māori in the enrolment process, we will put you in the Te Reo Ohooho class. Please email enrolments@nmit.ac.nz if you do not wish to be in this class or have any pātai.
Kura rā | Full-time day classesDaytime classes run from 9 am - 3 pm, Tuesday to Friday. One of the advantages of studying full-time is that you can progress your learning with Level 1 in Semester One and then apply and go on to study Level 2 from July in Semester Two.
Let's kōreroIf you have not studied te reo Māori with us before, you will need to come in for an interview so we can make sure you are studying at the right level.
Come for a kōrero in Te Toki Pakohe (D Block), or email us at maoristudies@nmit.ac.nz to learn more about where to begin.
Study pathways
Once you have mastered Level 3, you can move onto Level 4.
Career opportunities
Te reo māori is becoming increasingly popular and relevant at a local and national level. Learning te reo can help you stand out. It can also benefit your career in areas such as marketing, business management, health, sustainability, Iwi development, communications, broadcasting, teaching, strategic advising, Māori research, tourism and administration.
Entry criteria
Academic requirementsNCEA Level 1 or
Be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
If you are aged 20 years or above and do not meet the academic entry requirements, but your skills, education or work experience indicate you will have a chance of success, you may be eligible for special admission by the Curriculum Manager or designated staff member.
Enrolment on this programme requires you to provide evidence of successful achievement of a foundation level reo programme or equivalent reo skills and knowledge as approved by the Curriculum Manager or designated staff member.
English Language requirementsA level of English sufficient to be able to study at this level.
If English is not your first language you should have an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or other approved English language tests may be used to demonstrate that the English standard is met. See the [NZQA website](https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/rules-fees-policies/nzqa-rules/approval-recognition-and-accreditation/#:~:text=2022%20are%20revoked.-,Appendix%201%3A%20Internationally%20Recognised%20English%20Proficiency%20Outcomes%20for%20International%20Students,-Rule%2022.2(d "Goes to NZQA").
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