Courses with a focus on Maori content
MAOR 001 – Te Tū Marae - Marae Practice
MAOR 001 is a course within the Tohu Māoritanga programme, and examines the theoretical and practical application of kawa (protocols) of the marae, in both a traditional and contemporary context. Students will learn about marae procedure, customs and organisation through participation in marae activities and work. The course is aimed at developing competence in the operation of a marae and in using language appropriate to it. This course is only available to students completing Te Tohu Māoritanga (Diploma in Māoritanga).
20 pts • (X) MAOR 213
MAOR 002 – Waiata Tawhito - Waiata Performance
MAOR 002 is a practical placement course based at Te Herenga Waka Marae. It focuses on the study and performance of waiata and haka appropriate for a range of Māori contexts. Students will also develop research skills through the exploration of waiata with individual significance. This course is only available to students completing Te Tohu Māoritanga (Diploma in Māoritanga).
20 pts
English as a Second Language
See also Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, and TESOL
ELIN 001 – English for Academic Purposes
This course is for ESOL students who wish to improve their skills in academic English as preparation for further studies at a tertiary institution. The course aims to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing.
60 pts
^ Limited entry course
ELIN 002 – ELIN 002 Academic English
This course helps participants develop their use of the English language for academic purposes. It focuses on developing more independent language learners who have the ability to use a range of learning strategies and approaches to understand, evaluate, question, present persuasive arguments and formulate their responses appropriately to academic content. Not for credit towards a degree.
30 pts
^ Limited entry course
ELIN 003 – ELIN 003 Workplace Communication for Skilled Migrants
This course helps recent migrants develop appropriate communication skills in professional workplaces. It will provide guided practice in a range of communicative situations and insights into the social and professional contexts of the New Zealand workplace. A work placement will be provided. Not for credit towards a degree. Trimester 3: Withdrawal with refund by 20/11/2019; withdrawal without refund by 17/01/2020, after which date the permission of the Associate Dean (Students) will be required to withdraw.
60 pts
Not offered in 2025
ELIN 004 – ELIN 004 English Language Training for Officials
This course helps officials to improve their use of English to contribute to their government’s development goals through theme related language tasks, workplace visits and engagement with a range of government and non-government organisations, community groups and local New Zealanders. Not for credit towards a degree.
65 pts
^ Limited entry course
ELIN 005 – ELIN 005 English for International Communication
This course helps participants develop their intercultural awareness and English language communication skills by comparing their own cultural practices and use of language with those in New Zealand. Not for credit towards a degree.
20 pts
Not offered in 2025
ELIN 006 – English for Specific Purposes
This course helps participants improve their English language communication skills by focusing on a specific theme of relevance to all participants. It provides opportunities for participants to engage with subject experts through workshops and seminars. Not for credit towards a degree.
40 pts
Not offered in 2025
ELIN 007 – English for Professional Purposes
This course helps participants improve their English language communication skills to lead or participate more effectively in their professions. Not for credit towards a degree.
45 pts
Not offered in 2025
ELIN 008 – Special Topic 1
This three week course would be tailored for specific groups. Not for credit towards a degree.
15 pts
ELIN 009 – Special Topic 2
This five week course would be tailored for specific groups. Not for credit towards a degree.
25 pts
ELIN 011 – English Communication
This course helps participants improve their English language communication skills for specific professional or academic contexts. It provides opportunities for participants to engage with New Zealanders and subject experts in their respective fields of expertise. Not for credit towards a degree.
50 pts
^ Limited entry course
ELIN 012 – Orientation to study in a NZ university
This course introduces learners of English as an additional language to tertiary study in a NZ university, including communicative and content-based approaches to learning and critical thinking skills. Participants gain experience navigating and managing a range of language learning resources and student services.
10 pts
Not offered in 2025
Higher Education Learning and Teaching
HELT 501 – Foundations of Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
Using the theme of Ako - the interrelatedness of teaching and learning - participants will evaluate the explanatory power and practical applications of higher education theories and research for understanding and improving teaching effectiveness and learning outcomes. Assessment includes reflective evaluation of teaching and curriculum design.
30 pts • (X) UTDC 501
Not offered in 2025
HELT 502 – Portfolios for Professional Practice
This course will introduce different types of teaching portfolios used in higher education. Students will be required to select and annotate evidence appropriate to specific portfolio types and develop a reflection-based peer-reviewed portfolio for an agreed purpose, and take part in peer review of written teaching portfolios.
30 pts • (P) HELT 501; (X) UTDC 503
Not offered in 2025
Music
NZSM 701 – Advanced Musical Performance 1
In this course students work under individual supervision to acquire in-depth knowledge of musical repertoire appropriate to their instrument. While the course is essentially practical, providing an opportunity to consolidate technique and develop professional confidence in public performance, students also acquire an in-depth understanding of the historical and social context of the musical repertoire they study. Assessment is by two public recitals each of 70' duration. One recital may include a collaborative work of not more than 20' duration.
120 pts
NZSM 702 – Advanced Performance II
This course is a further study of musical repertoire under supervision, as for NZSM 701. In addition, students will receive guidance on the preparation and delivery of a well-structured and informed pre-concert talk. Assessment is by two public recitals each of 70' duration. One of the recitals for NZSM 702 must include a pre-concert talk of ca. 30' duration. One recital may include a collaborative work of not more than 20' duration. To achieve a pass in NZSM 702, students should demonstrate on both recitals high artistic achievement as reflected by the standards currently in place for solo concert artists worldwide. Candidates are expected to cover repertoire and styles other than those already studied and presented in NZSM 701.
120 pts
Music: Performance
See also Music
NZSM 701 – Advanced Musical Performance 1
In this course students work under individual supervision to acquire in-depth knowledge of musical repertoire appropriate to their instrument. While the course is essentially practical, providing an opportunity to consolidate technique and develop professional confidence in public performance, students also acquire an in-depth understanding of the historical and social context of the musical repertoire they study. Assessment is by two public recitals each of 70' duration. One recital may include a collaborative work of not more than 20' duration.
120 pts
NZSM 702 – Advanced Performance II
This course is a further study of musical repertoire under supervision, as for NZSM 701. In addition, students will receive guidance on the preparation and delivery of a well-structured and informed pre-concert talk. Assessment is by two public recitals each of 70' duration. One of the recitals for NZSM 702 must include a pre-concert talk of ca. 30' duration. One recital may include a collaborative work of not more than 20' duration. To achieve a pass in NZSM 702, students should demonstrate on both recitals high artistic achievement as reflected by the standards currently in place for solo concert artists worldwide. Candidates are expected to cover repertoire and styles other than those already studied and presented in NZSM 701.
120 pts
Pasific Cultures and Languages
PASP 001 – Career Pathways
This course introduces students to future career paths and gives them an insight into how the skills learned at University align with those paths. This enables students to undertake effective degree planning and ensures they understand the relationship between specific learning objectives and work contexts beyond the University. It also gives students an opportunity to relate University skills to the collective experience of the Pasifika community. This course is only available to students completing the Diploma in University Studies (Pasifika Pathways).
20 pts • (P) Permission of Head of School
PASP 002 – University Pathways
This course gives students the opportunity to work on tasks from a range of subject disciplines from across the University. It introduces them to the different approaches used in different disciplines and the kinds of skills and knowledge that students of those disciplines acquire. The course provides an introduction to how different academic skills are used in problem-solving and is a foundation for making choices for their future undergraduate study. This course is only available to students completing the Diploma in University Studies (Pasifika Pathways).
20 pts • (P) Permission of Head of School
PASP 102 – Pacific Nations Education
The course examines concepts, issues and trends in Pacific Nations Education with particular reference to the education of Pacific peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand and indigenous education systems in the Pacific. This course is only available to students completing the Diploma in University Studies (Pasifika Pathways).
20 pts • (P) Permission of Head of School (X) EDUC 224, KURA 242
PASP 103 – Academic Skills A
PASP 103 is tailored to students in the Diploma in University Studies (Pasifika Pathways) programme who are enrolled in a 20-point degree related course. It introduces students to competencies needed for University such as critical thinking, academic writing, independent learning, personal management, note making, goal setting, presentations and library skills. Students will also learn to read academic texts, and follow ethical study practices. Essential computing skills are also covered and students will develop and refine their own study strategies.
20 pts • (P) Permission of Head of School (X) MAOR 003, 103, 104, PASP 104
PASP 104 – Academic Skills B
PASP 104 is tailored to students in the Diploma in University Studies (Pasifika Pathways) programme who are enrolled in a 15-point degree-related course. It introduces students to competencies needed for University such as critical thinking, academic writing, independent learning, personal management, note making, goal setting, presentations and library skills. Students will also learn to read academic texts and follow ethical study practices. Essential computing skills are also covered and students will develop and refine their own study strategies.
25 pts • (P) Permission of Head of School (X) MAOR 003, 103, 104, PASP 103
Tohu Maoritanga
MAOR 001 – Te Tū Marae - Marae Practice
MAOR 001 is a course within the Tohu Māoritanga programme, and examines the theoretical and practical application of kawa (protocols) of the marae, in both a traditional and contemporary context. Students will learn about marae procedure, customs and organisation through participation in marae activities and work. The course is aimed at developing competence in the operation of a marae and in using language appropriate to it. This course is only available to students completing Te Tohu Māoritanga (Diploma in Māoritanga).
20 pts • (X) MAOR 213
MAOR 002 – Waiata Tawhito - Waiata Performance
MAOR 002 is a practical placement course based at Te Herenga Waka Marae. It focuses on the study and performance of waiata and haka appropriate for a range of Māori contexts. Students will also develop research skills through the exploration of waiata with individual significance. This course is only available to students completing Te Tohu Māoritanga (Diploma in Māoritanga).
20 pts
MAOR 101 – Te Tīmatanga/Introduction to Māori Language
This course is an introduction to the Māori language for those who have little or no previous experience of the Māori language or culture. In MAOR 101 students work to develop a foundation of basic Māori language speaking, reading and writing skills, approximately equivalent to NCEA Level 1. The course covers the fundamentals of Māori pronunciation, learning vocabulary and basic sentence structures, karakia, waiata, and mihimihi.
20 pts
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MAOR 102 – Te Arumanga/Elementary Māori Language
This course is designed for students with some basic Māori language experience, and extends upon the foundations laid in MAOR 101. In MAOR 102, students work to improve their oral and written Māori language competence, reaching a level approximately equivalent to NCEA Level 3. Students are introduced to new vocabulary and extend their knowledge of the structures of te reo Māori, and begin to engage in basic conversations on everyday topics.
20 pts • (P) MAOR 101 or passed NCEA Level 2 Māori or equivalent to allow for sufficient Māori language training
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MAOR 111 – Wana te Wanawana/Māori Language 1A
This course focuses upon developing a foundation of tertiary level Māori language learning and academic skills. Throughout MAOR 111 students will work to develop oral and aural confidence in te reo Māori. They will also encounter a range of Māori language literature, and will work to expand their vocabulary and develop accuracy in reading and writing in te reo Māori. Students with NCEA Level 2, Sixth Form Certificate, NCEA Level 3, University Entrance Māori or an equivalent should begin with this course. This course includes a noho marae component.
20 pts • (P) MAOR 102 preferred, or equivalent elementary knowledge
MAOR 112 – Wanawana te Tū / Māori Language 1B
This course focuses upon further developing listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in te reo Māori. There is a focus upon oral performance. Students will further develop their language proficiency by beginning to evaluate, edit, and critically analyse their use of te reo Māori. They will begin to develop awareness of register and formality in te reo Māori.
20 pts • (P) MAOR 111
MAOR 123 – Te Iwi Māori me āna Tikanga/Māori Society and Culture
This course introduces students to a broad range of Māori beliefs, concepts and structures that are important to the foundations and development of Māori society and culture. The course will cover aspects of pre-European Māori society, cultural change, present-day developments as well as visions for the future.
20 pts
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