Master of Indigenous Studies (MIndigSt)
Society
A course by
University of Auckland
Empower yourself with the skills and knowledge to benefit tangata whenua and other Indigenous peoples around the world. Study Indigenous research innovations and engage with contemporary Indigenous issues in a taught masters programme with research and elective options.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced understanding of Indigenous issues
Gain knowledge about the political, cultural, and economic challenges facing Indigenous peoples and global Indigenous research innovations.
Engage with Indigenous worldviews and methodologies
Learn critical research approaches underpinned by Indigenous philosophies and theories.
About This Course
The Master of Indigenous Studies (MIndigSt) at the University of Auckland empowers students to address and critically engage with the social, cultural, political, and economic issues faced by Indigenous peoples—both in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally. Rooted in Indigenous worldviews, the programme provides intellectual engagement, research skills, and critical theoretical foundations for advancing tino rangatiratanga (self-determination). Students undertake core courses in Indigenous theory and methods, a dissertation, and wide-ranging elective options including public law, Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, education, media, and more.
Course Content
- Indigenous theories
- Indigenous methodologies
- Dissertation research
- Elective coursework (options include: Art History, Development Studies, Education, Environmental Management, Geography, Indigenous Studies, Public Law, Māori Studies, Māori Health, Media, Film and Television, Pacific Studies, Politics and International Relations, Sociology, Spanish)
- Critical analysis
- Comparative research
- Ethics in Indigenous research
Entry Requirements
For the 180-point taught option: an undergraduate qualification.
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