Language & Literature
A course by
SIT
An introductory, bilingual programme for learning basic conversational Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori, designed for beginner students wanting to use the language at home or work.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 4 locations
It will take a total of 36 weeks
This course requires 20 hours per week

Accurately pronounce Māori words, names, and place names.

Use basic greetings and introduce yourself in Te Reo Māori.

Understand and follow tikanga (customs and protocols) in varied contexts.
This interactive Level 1 Māori language programme introduces students to basic pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structure, greetings, introductions, and Māori cultural protocols (tikanga). It is designed for those new to Te Reo Māori and aims to build confidence in using the language for personal or professional contexts. The programme is the first part of a 36-week path (including Level 2).

Education
Cultural Services
Community Services
Media

Use of Te Reo Māori in home, community, workplace, or educational settings
Entry-level roles in Māori organizations, media, education support
Language & Literature
A course by
SIT
An introductory, bilingual programme for learning basic conversational Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori, designed for beginner students wanting to use the language at home or work.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 4 locations
It will take a total of 36 weeks
This course requires 20 hours per week

Accurately pronounce Māori words, names, and place names.

Use basic greetings and introduce yourself in Te Reo Māori.

Understand and follow tikanga (customs and protocols) in varied contexts.
This interactive Level 1 Māori language programme introduces students to basic pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structure, greetings, introductions, and Māori cultural protocols (tikanga). It is designed for those new to Te Reo Māori and aims to build confidence in using the language for personal or professional contexts. The programme is the first part of a 36-week path (including Level 2).

Education
Cultural Services
Community Services
Media

Use of Te Reo Māori in home, community, workplace, or educational settings
Entry-level roles in Māori organizations, media, education support