Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Rumaki, Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3)
Language & Literature
A course by
UCOL
Develop your intermediate te reo Māori communication skills to confidently engage in everyday situations within whānau, marae, social, workplace, and academic contexts.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 38 weeks
This course requires 13 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Confident communication in te reo Māori
Use te reo Māori with some independence and confidence in whānau, marae, social, workplace, and academic situations.
Facilitate and participate in Māori cultural practices
Facilitate hui whakatau and participate in pōwhiri under supervision, including conducting karakia and presentations.
Application of Māori proverbs and expressions
Incorporate whakataukī and kīwaha in both written and spoken communication, using them in appropriate contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Rumaki, Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3) is designed to build skills and knowledge in te reo Māori, enabling participants to communicate with some independence and confidence in a variety of Māori and general environments. The programme supports the appreciation and development of te reo Māori, covering language for whānau, marae, workplace, and social settings, with a blend of class time, self-directed study, and noho marae experiences.
Course Content
- Facilitating hui whakatau, including leading karakia and presentations
- Creating literature illustrating connections to land, environment, history, and people
- Using whakataukī and kīwaha appropriately
- Planning for and participating in pōwhiri
- Extending foundation level skills in te reo Māori, both written and spoken
- Noho marae experiences
What you need to know first
Te Reo Rangatira at NCEA Level 1 or equivalent
OR Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 2) or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Public Sector
Community Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Roles requiring te reo Māori communication and cultural competency in public and private sectors