Course Overview

Te Pokaitahi Reo (Te Kaupae 3) is the perfect option when you’re ready to take your study of te reo Māori to a higher level.

You'll develop an intermediate level of understanding of te reo and be able to use te reo to contribute positively to the development of te reo kia tika, kia rere, kia Māori.

The course also acknowledges regional variances in te reo.

Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:

  • Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3)
Locations Rotorua, Taupō, Tauranga, Tokoroa
Next intake Feb 2022 View more details
Study options

1 semester full-time, including holidays (if applicable)

Part-time (2 semesters): Attend 1 evening on-campus tutorial per week (plus online learning). You'll also attend 1 Friday evening and Saturday wananga per topic.
Full-time (1 semester): Attend on-campus tutorials Mon-Thu 9am-3pm (plus online learning).

Part-time study available
Total credits 60
StudyLink assistance Available
Indicative Fees No tuition fees for domestic students View full fees information
Eligibility View entry criteria

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Career opportunities

Graduates of this course will have an intermediate level understanding and awareness of te reo Māori that can be utilised to:

  • participate in the maintenance and development of Te Reo amongst whānau, hapū, iwi, and community,
  • support and complement current skills and knowledge in their area of employment, and
  • protect, maintain, and enrich mātauranga taonga tuku iho for whānau, hapū, iwi/community for future and current generations

Topics you'll cover

  • Te Whakatōnga - Whakawhitinga Kōrero Pono (Exchange Factual Information)
  • Te Whakatōnga - Whakawhitinga Whakaaro (Exchanging Ideas)
  • Te Whakatōnga - Whakawhitinga kōrero whai take (Transactional Exchanges)
  • Te Whakatōnga - Pāhekoheko Pāpori (Social Interactions)

Course Fees

Indicative Fees * No tuition fees for domestic students

Only the Tokoroa full-time delivery/intake(s) are eligible to apply for student loan and allowances.

Take advantage of our early bird fees for your 2022 study. Enrol by 3 December 2021 and you’ll pay the 2021 tuition fees. Conditions apply.*

* Important fee information, and hints and tips

Help with fees

Are you Eligible for Free Fees?

There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.

Student Loans and Allowances

This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.

  • A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
  • A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you’re studying. You don't have to pay the money back.

Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz

Scholarships

Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.

Course Entry Information

Entry criteria

  • NCEA Level 1, OR
  • be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills

Enrolment onto Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3) course requires students provide evidence of successful achievement of a foundation level Reo course or equivalent Reo skills and knowledge.

If you do not meet the academic requirements you may be given special admission if Toi Ohomai staff are satisfied you are capable of successfully completing the requirements.

Special admission may also apply for applicants over 20 years.

Standard Entry Criteria

Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.

English language requirements

Level 3 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.

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Course Locations and Intake Information

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully BEFORE YOU CLICK ON APPLY NOW button to ensure you select the correct intake you wish to apply for.

 

The intakes noted below are full-time day classes:

  • Tokoroa Campus: 27 Jun 2022
  • Windermere Campus: 27 Jun 2022

All other intakes displayed in the table are part-time evening classes.

Indicative Timetable:

Part-time study option (2 semesters): Attend 1 evening on-campus tutorial per week (plus online learning). You'll also attend 1 Friday evening and Saturday wananga per topic.

Full-time study option (1 semester): Attend on-campus tutorials Mon-Thu 9am-3pm (plus online learning). 

Location Campus Start Date
Rotorua Mokoia Campus 21 Feb 2022 Apply now
Taupō Taupō Campus 21 Feb 2022 Apply now
Tauranga Te Puke Site(s) 21 Feb 2022 Apply now
Tauranga Windermere Campus 21 Feb 2022 Apply now
Tauranga Windermere Campus 27 Jun 2022 Apply now
Tokoroa Tokoroa Campus 27 Jun 2022 Apply now
Rotorua Mokoia Campus 11 Jul 2022 Apply now
Tauranga Windermere Campus 11 Jul 2022 Apply now

Study options

  • 1 semester full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
  • Part-time (2 semesters): Attend 1 evening on-campus tutorial per week (plus online learning). You'll also attend 1 Friday evening and Saturday wananga per topic.
    Full-time (1 semester): Attend on-campus tutorials Mon-Thu 9am-3pm (plus online learning).
  • Part-time study available

Important dates

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