Overview

This dynamic programme is designed to develop your natural talent and knowledge in the Māori performing arts. You’ll take part in practical exercises that will build your confidence so you stand tall with pride and emerge well on the way to your chosen career path.

Programme features include:

• performance skills
• performance production
• performance studies
• āhuatanga Māori.

Entry details

To be enrolled in this programme, you’ll need to:

• be at least 16 years old
• be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
• show us you have a passion for the performing arts.

What you’ll study

In this programme, you’ll learn about:

• kapa haka, dance, drama, music
• how to organise and run a successful production
• theory relating to what’s being performed on stage
• āhuatanga Māori - including te reo rangatira me ona tikanga (how to respect and include Māori cultural practices, protocols, and customs) within the Māori performing arts.

How you’ll study

This programme has a mixed mode of delivery, including lectures, tutorials, self-directed and/or directed study. Further study This programme leads to:

• Te Korowai Ākonga – Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) (Levels 5, 6 & 7)
• Te Tohu Paetahi Ngā Poutoko Whakarara Oranga – Bachelor of Social Work (Biculturalism in Practice) (Level 7).

Career oppertunities

Skills gained in this programme will prepare you for a career in:

• media studies
• social work
• teaching
• the performing arts
• tourism.

Delivery Sites

Auckland, Kaikohe, Porirua, Tokoroa and Whangarei.