Master of Hōaka Pounamu | Māori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
Advance your expertise in te reo Māori and bilingual education through this specialized postgraduate programme.
Best for:Best for educators and researchers dedicated to Māori language revitalisation and bilingual pedagogy.
Overview
The Master of Hōaka Pounamu at the University of Canterbury is a specialized postgraduate programme designed for educators, school leaders, and researchers. It focuses on enhancing proficiency in te reo Māori and implementing effective teaching strategies within bilingual and immersion classroom environments. Students will engage with curriculum designed to support language revitalisation efforts across Aotearoa. The programme aims to integrate mātauranga and te reo Māori into everyday educational practice. It is an ideal pathway for professionals seeking to lead change in diverse linguistic settings.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced study of te reo Māori pedagogical frameworks.
- Develop strategies for implementing bilingual and immersion curricula.
- Participate in research regarding language revitalisation in educational settings.
- Apply mātauranga Māori principles to classroom teaching practices.
- Collaborate with peers and leaders in the field of Māori education.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional teaching qualification
Degree offered: Master's
Language: English; proficiency requirements as per university standards for international students.
Instruction: English and te reo Māori
- Professional experience in teaching or educational leadership
- Commitment to te reo Māori language revitalisation
- Interest in bilingual and immersion educational models
- Must meet University of Canterbury postgraduate admission criteria
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the University of Canterbury programme page to review specific entry requirements. Applications are submitted through the official university portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of identity
- Evidence of teaching qualifications
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