Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
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Overview
Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
Introduction
The Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning (PGDipHP) aims to develop high-quality graduates who will promote leadership and raise knowledge of te reo M膩ori in bilingual, immersion, and mainstream settings.
This qualification is ideal for early childhood, primary and secondary teachers who want to upskill their te reo M膩ori and teaching skills. All courses are taught through the medium of re reo M膩ori.
are also available for this programme.
Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
Entry requirements
For entry to the PGDipHP, you need to have one of the following:
- an Aotearoa teaching degree
- any bachelor's degree with a major in Education or related subject, with at least a B Grade Average
- a three-year diploma in Early Childhood, Primary, or Secondary Teaching
- equivalent study from other approved degrees.
The selection process also involves a hui with the Programme Coordinator to assess your level of te reo M膩ori fluency and ensure you will be able to succeed in your study.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning or use the .
How to apply
You can apply online at .
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
are also available for this programme.
Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
How do I plan my diploma?
The Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu is made up of a total 120 points of compulsory courses taught and assessed in te reo M膩ori, including noho marae.
It can be completed within 1 year full-time, or part-time for up to 2 years.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning.
Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
Subjects and courses
Complete the following courses:
Domestic
2024 tuition fee estimate:听$8,184听(120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $8,675听(120 points)
International
2024 tuition fee estimate: $35,400听(120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $36,800听(120 points)
Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
Further study
UC offers a Master of Ho膩ka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning.
You could also go onto a Doctor of Health Sciences, or onto a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education.
Postgraduate Diploma in H艒aka Pounamu | M膩ori Bilingual and Immersion Teaching and Learning
Career opportunities
This Diploma will give you professional development as a teacher of te ao M膩ori, and an opportunity to seek leadership roles promoting te reo use in schools.
Useful information:
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