Overview

This programme provides an entry level course which you can use to gain the necessary skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need to start your tertiary studies aimed at a career in Māori Arts. Programme features include:

• guidance from experienced teachers
• opportunities for you to be involved in initiatives aimed at increasing the wider community’s participation in and access to Māori art activities and projects
• a flexible programme structure through specific art forms (strands) varying to suit the needs of the community.

Entry details

What you’ll study

In this programme, you’ll learn about:

• basic tikanga Māori appropriate to the art form
• using different types of art media, materials and hands-on processes
• developing these processes when making your work
• applying basic research processes, safe practice and workshop management.

How you’ll study

Further study

This programme leads to:

• Toi Paematua – Diploma in Māori Visual Arts (Levels 4, 5, & 6)
• Certificate in Māori Performing Arts (Level 4)
• Certificate in Tā Moko Appreciation (Level 4).