Te Reo Māori for Beginners
Language & Literature
A course by
UCOL
A relaxed, conversational introduction to the basics of Te Reo Māori language for beginners, including greetings, basic conversation, pronunciation, and Marae protocols.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 4 locations
It will take a total of 9 weeks
This course requires 2 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Use basic Te Reo Māori greetings and farewells
Learners will be able to confidently use common greetings and farewells in Te Reo Māori.
Understand and use numbers in Te Reo Māori
Learners will acquire the ability to count and use numbers appropriately in conversation.
Ask and answer basic questions about wellbeing
Students will practice asking others and responding about how they are in Te Reo Māori.
What You're Signing Up For
Te Reo Māori for Beginners is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the Māori language in a relaxed, conversational style. The course covers greetings, farewells, numbers, asking and saying how you are, basic mihimihi, pronunciation, and understanding the rules for visiting Marae. Classes are part-time over 9-10 weeks, with in-person sessions at multiple campuses. The course offers open entry and is particularly suitable for those new to Te Reo Māori.
Course Content
- Basic Te Reo Māori greetings and farewells
- Numbers and counting
- Expressing and asking about wellbeing
- Basic mihimihi (introductions)
- Pronunciation
- Rules and protocols of the Marae (dos and don'ts)
- Conversational Māori language practice
What you need to know first
Open entry
For non-native English speakers, diagnostic test for English proficiency may be used
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Culture