Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Māori Studies 36 months Undergraduate Program By University of Otago |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 101-150QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

35,621 NZDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

15 Nov, 2024Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Māori Studies is an entry point for students wishing to engage with knowledge about the Māori world. It is a broad programme dedicated to the study of te reo Māori (Māori language), tikanga Māori (Māori customary lore) and aspects of te ao Māori (the Māori world). Māori society is not static. Engaging in these three areas together enables you to enter this world and provides you with the foundations to analyse how this body of knowledge can be applied in today’s ever-changing world. The Māori Studies programme will equip students with a wide range of skills giving graduates: A high level of fluency in the Māori language; An understanding of contemporary Māori issues combined with an understanding of, for example, history, cultural expression and environmental concerns; An awareness of ethical issues in relation to Māori in the context of past and present practices, and society and culture; Skills in intercultural communication; Research skills; Analytical thinking; Communication skills; Team work; Independent judgement; An ability to relate to people from a wide range of backgrounds.

Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Māori Studies is an entry point for students wishing to engage with knowledge about the Māori world. It is a broad programme dedicated to the study of te reo Māori (Māori language), tikanga Māori (Māori customary lore) and aspects of te ao Māori (the Māori world). Māori society is not static. Engaging in these three areas together enables you to enter this world and provides you with the foundations to analyse how this body of knowledge can be applied in today’s ever-changing world. The Māori Studies programme will equip students with a wide range of skills giving graduates: A high level of fluency in the Māori language; An understanding of contemporary Māori issues combined with an understanding of, for example, history, cultural expression and environmental concerns; An awareness of ethical issues in relation to Māori in the context of past and present practices, and society and culture; Skills in intercultural communication; Research skills; Analytical thinking; Communication skills; Team work; Independent judgement; An ability to relate to people from a wide range of backgrounds.

Admission requirements

80+
12+
6+
74+
24+
1190+
176+
50+
GCE A Levels must normally achieve at least 3 A Level passes with at least one grade at level C or above to be considered for admission at entrance level.
15 Nov 2024
3 Years
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Domestic Students

6,545 NZD
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International Students

35,621 NZD
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