Overview
*Subject to NZQA approval.
Learn basic conversational Te Reo Māori
If you’re just starting out on your Te Reo Māori journey, then this is for you!
This course is ideal for people wanting to learn basic Te Reo Māori skills. The course builds on the knowledge gained from Ko Te Ha o Te Reo (Introductory Māori). However, you do not have to have completed the course to apply.
The tutors will cover greetings, numbers and basic words in Te Reo to help you slowly build your vocabulary. The programme contains an introduction to Te Reo, ko ahau tēnei, literacy and numeracy.
What you will learn:
- basic conversational Te Reo
- mihi (traditional speech of acknowledgement and/or thanks)
- pepeha (traditional introduction of yourself and where you come from)
- karakia (traditional chants, prayer, ritual language fora verity of contexts)
- waiata (songs)
This course has a blended learning style incorporating face-to-face and online giving you flexibility to learn around your commitments. All face-to-face classes are held between 5-9 pm outside of work hours.
Courses in this programme
- Mana Tangata: Learn to use te reo Māori at a foundation level as an expression of Mana Tangata.
- Mana Whenua: Learn to use foundation level reo Māori to voice connections to the land and the environment, prominent places and people of the area, as an expression of Mana Whenua.
- Mana Reo: Apply foundation level reo Māori in context and develop an emerging respect for te reo as an expression of Mana Reo.
- Mana Ao Tūroa: Use foundation level te reo Māori to achieve tasks as an expression of Mana Ao Tūroa.
Entry Requirements
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to understand follow, and respond to instructions given in English.
- be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
- be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
- be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.
Applicants for whom English is not a first language must have an IELTS score of 5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivalence.
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
- be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.
Applicants for whom English is not a first language must have an IELTS score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivalence.
Intakes & Applications
Dates & Bookings
All classes are evening classes.
Learn online with Open Polytechnic, with regional support by NorthTec:
- Access to a NorthTec facilities – computer/meeting room access, library and student support.
- Local workshops – optional workshops where you can be supported in your online learning with others studying the same programme as you. Located in Whangārei, Ngāwhā, Kerikeri, Kaitaia, & other campuses as demand requires.
Youth Guarantee Fund*
If you are aged 16 to 24, you could study for FREE as part of the government's Youth Guarantee fund. To qualify for the Youth Guarantee fund, you must meet the following criteria:
- Complete an application for a course that is covered by the Youth Guarantee fund.
- Be a NZ citizen or permanent resident.
- Be 16 to 24 years old at the time the course starts. Learners who are 15 years old and hold Ministry approved early leaving exemption from their school may also be eligible. This exemption must be in place before the course starts.
Priority places will be given to students who:
- have not yet achieved NCEA Level 1 or NCEA Level 2; or
- have completed a Level 1 or Level 2 qualification through a Youth Guarantee provision programme.
All free study is subject to funding confirmation. Proof of residency status is required. Programme entry criteria may apply. Eligibility for student allowances or student loans may vary. Contact Studylink for more information.
* All fees and study costs found on this website are indicative course fees only and exclude the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy and any course-related costs. The 2025 CSSF levy is $300 per full-time equivalent student (120 credits) and funds key services for students.
Unless otherwise stated, prices are in New Zealand Dollars including GST. Prices that are not explicitly indicated as International are the domestic price and may differ for International students. For programmes longer than one academic year in duration, the fees quoted are for the first year. Final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study. All fees and study costs are subject to confirmation, including zero fees courses.
Courses and programmes may be cancelled, postponed or have their content or configuration changed from time to time (including during the academic year) at the discretion of NorthTec. See our full Terms and conditions.
Additional Information
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About Te Pūkenga
Following the Government’s announcement of its intention to disestablish Te Pūkenga | New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, please be assured that your programme of study or training will continue as planned while we work through the details of how this change will be implemented.
We are committed to ensuring that organisational changes that need to be made to meet the Government’s expectations do not impact the delivery of our programmes and training for our learners and employers.
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