Mātauranga Māori

The Ako: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning Mātauranga Māori endorsement prepares you for a teaching career in different primary and early childhood settings. The degree takes 3 years of full-time study, or can be studied part-time for up to 6 years. 

• Learn in a bilingual, bicultural, whānau-style atmosphere. This qualification is open to all who have a commitment to developing competence in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga. 

• This is a dual teaching qualification. You can follow an ECE or primary pathway, endorsed in Mātauranga Māori.

• This is a mixed method style of delivery with content being available online, therefore there is the ability to learn from anywhere. Kanohi ki te kanohi (face to face) delivery will also be included in the programme through scheduled block wānanga and noho marae.

• The main curricula that guide the Mātauranga Māori endorsement are Te Whāriki and Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, informed by Kaupapa Māori principles and values, ensuring traditional knowledge and pedagogies are at the core.

• Hands‑on learning: Professional Practice opportunities take place in whare kōhungahunga (early childhood centres), ouna reo (Māori immersion centres), bilingual primary schools/ classrooms, and kura kaupapa Māori settings throughout your degree.

• There is a range of TeachNZ Scholarships you could be eligible for. Each scholarship can support your teaching journey by covering your study fees and providing an allowance while you train. Find out more here. 

• You don’t need to be fluent in te reo Māori — you can develop and strengthen your te reo with us throughout the programme. If you already have high proficiency in te reo you maybe eligible for recognition of prior learning.

• Our teacher education programmes have specialised application processes. Please read the  Guide to applying  section and complete the steps, before applying through myUC.
• As part of the Mātauranga Māori endorsement application process, you’ll attend a selection hui where we assess your te reo Māori proficiency. From this hui, we’ll recommend the best pathway for those beginning their te reo journey and explain the recognition of prior learning available for applicants with higher te reo proficiency.
• If you are interested in teaching Secondary education, see our Secondary Education webpage. 
• Before applying, it’s important to consider the commitment you are making to a professional education programme. To be successful, you will need to devote a significant amount of time each week to study and preparation, as well as demonstrate a commitment to professionalism in all areas. 

• Find out more about Studying Teacher Education commitments

He pātai? Any questions, make an appointment with our student advisors.

Graduates of the Mātauranga Māori endorsement have the ability to work in Māori Medium educational settings, where knowledge of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga, bicultural practice, and culturally empowering pedagogies are valued as a means to support child development. They are prepared teaching rolls and a range of roles beyond classroom teaching, including positions within iwi and community organisations.

The Ako: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning Mātauranga Māori endorsement comprises the following courses:

100-level

• AKOT101 Ngā Tāngata, Te Mana o Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• AKOM191 Mana Atua: Tipuranga Tamaiti 1
• AKOM192 Mana Reo 1
• AKOM193 Mana Tangata 1
• AKOM194 Te Puna Marautanga 1
• AKOM195 Mana Whenua
• AKOA161 Mana Ako 1 | Practice Exploration 1

200-level

• AKOM291 Mana Atua 2
• AKOM292 Te Puna Marautanga 2
• AKOM293 Mana Reo 2
• AKOM294 Mana Tangata 2
• AKOT231 Saili Matagi - 'Seeking the winds of change in Pasifika Education'
• AKOT232 Whanaungatanga: Relationally Connected
• AKOA261 Mana Aotūroa 2 | Practice Exploration 2
• AKOA262 Mana Aotūroa 3 | Practice Exploration 3

300-level

• AKOM391 Mana Atua 3
• AKOM392 Te Puna Marautanga 3
• AKOM393 Te Puna Marautanga 4
• AKOM394 Mana Reo 3
• Kōwhiringa 1: One course chosen from these options
• Kōwhiringa 2: One course chosen from these options

Plus a choice between Primary OR Early Childhood teaching:

Primary Teaching courses

• AKOA361 Mana Aotūroa 4 | Primary Practice Exploration 4
• AKOA362 Mana Aotūroa 5 | Primary Practice Exploration 5

Early Childhood Teaching courses

• AKOA363 Mana Aotūroa 4 | Early Childhood Practice Exploration 4
• AKOA364 Mana Aotūroa 5 | Early Childhood Practice Exploration 5

Qualifications

• Ako: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning