University
University of CanterburyMaster of Hōaka Pounamu | Māori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
UC's Master of Hōaka Pounamu | Māori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning (MHP) is an ideal programme for teachers, leaders, and education researchers to raise the knowledge of te reo Māori in bilingual, immersion, and mainstream settings. The courses are designed to extend your knowledge on the use of te reo Māori in the classroom.
Be a part of language revitalisation for Aotearoa and help immerse mātauranga and te reo Māori into everyday learning.
Our postgraduate Hōaka Pounamu programmes are approved courses for the Teachers' Kaupapa Māori/Māori-Medium Education Study Award. Find out more and how to apply.
What will my study involve?- Develop your language practice with wānanga and assessments in te reo.
- Learn lesson and assessment planning for language learners, looking at international models for first and second language teaching practices.
- Elective courses to specialise your teaching career, for example in teaching diverse learners or using digital tools in education.
- EDHP401 Te Tiriti o Waitangi i te Ao Mātauranga
- EDHP402 Whakarauora Reo
- EDHP603 Mātauranga Māori Hei Marautanga
- EDHP604 Tikanga/Rautaki Whakaako Reo
- Choose two courses from these options
Entry criteria
To enrol in the MHP, you will need to have either:
- an Aotearoa teaching degree
- any bachelor's degree with a major in Education or related subject, with at least a B Grade Average
- a three-year diploma in Early Childhood, Primary, or Secondary Teaching
- equivalent study from other approved degrees.
The selection process also involves a hui with the Programme Coordinator to assess your level of te reo Māori fluency and ensure you will be able to succeed in your study.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Hōaka Pounamu | Māori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning or use the admission requirements checker.
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