PhD Monitor
/Detail
Cultural Studies● OpenMastersPreview

Master of Indigenous Studies

Explore Māori and Pacific issues within an international indigenous context at Victoria University of Wellington.

Best for:Best for graduates in Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, or Education looking to study indigenous issues within a global framework.

Victoria University of Wellington · Wellington, New Zealand · R1 · First-stage researcher
More professors at Victoria University of Wellington
Indigenous StudiesCultural RightsPost-Colonial ExperiencesMāori and Pacific IssuesSelf-Determination
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
—
Funding
—
9 months
Start date
2027-02-22
Location
Wellington
New Zealand

Overview

The Master of Indigenous Studies at Victoria University of Wellington offers an advanced academic exploration of Māori and Pacific histories, cultures, and contemporary issues. Situated within a global framework of colonial and post-colonial experiences, the programme examines cultural rights and self-determination. It is designed for graduates in Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, Education, or related fields seeking to deepen their international perspective. Students engage in rigorous coursework and research to enhance their understanding of indigenous matters globally.

Indigenous StudiesMāori StudiesPacific StudiesCultural StudiesPost-ColonialMaster's DegreeVictoria University of Wellington

What you'll do

  • Engage with advanced coursework focused on Māori, Pacific, and international indigenous issues
  • Examine global perspectives on colonial and post-colonial experiences
  • Analyze cultural rights and self-determination frameworks across different societies
  • Complete required assignments, assessments, and research components for the Master's degree

Requirements

Degree required: Undergraduate degree in Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, Education, or a related field

Degree offered: Master's Degree

Language: English; standard university admission proficiency requirements apply

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Foundational knowledge in Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, or Education
  • Ability to critically analyze historical and contemporary cultural issues
  • Strong academic writing and research skills
Nice to have
Prior coursework or experience in indigenous rights or post-colonial studiesFamiliarity with international indigenous contexts
Eligibility
  • Hold an appropriate undergraduate degree from a recognized institution

Funding & terms

Type
Unknown
Amount
—
Duration
9 months
Programme
—

Programme and admissions

Admissions not verified

A catalogue listing does not mean applications are open or funding is guaranteed. Check the source for your intake.

Intake
Not confirmed by the source
Duration
Not confirmed by the source
Teaching language
Not confirmed by the source
Taught / research mode
Not confirmed by the source
Study mode
Not confirmed by the source
Campus
Not confirmed by the source
Prerequisites
Not confirmed by the source
Application instructions
Not confirmed by the source
Tuition
Not confirmed by the source
Funding
Not confirmed by the source

How to apply

Review the course details and admission requirements on the official website. Submit your application through the university's online application portal along with all requested documentation before the intake term begins.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Academic transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
↗Check programme and admissions

Contact

See the full position

Create a free profile to unlock your personal match score, the full requirements, funding details and how to apply — in English or Persian.

No card · 10 free AI match scores
Explore this programme
Check admissions, intake and funding with the official source; a listing does not mean applications are open.