Why Study/Key Benefits

• The programme is designed for teachers who want to strengthen their te reo Maori and Maori-medium/bilingual teaching capability.
• UC says the qualification aims to develop graduates who can promote leadership and raise knowledge of te reo Maori in bilingual, immersion and mainstream settings.
• It is specifically suited to early childhood, primary and secondary teachers seeking professional development in te reo Maori and teaching practice.
• All courses are taught through the medium of te reo Maori.
• Courses include noho marae experiences, providing learning in Maori cultural and educational contexts.
• The programme is approved as one of the courses for the New Zealand Government’s Teachers’ Kaupapa Maori/Maori-Medium Education Study Award.

Programme Structure and Subjects/Topics

The PGDipHP consists of four compulsory 30-point courses, totalling 120 points. All are taught and assessed in te reo Maori.

1. EDHP401 – Te Tiriti o Waitangi i te Ao Matauranga
   • 30 points.
   • Focuses on Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the educational context.
   • 2026: T1.
   • Available as Campus and Distance Learning.
2. EDHP402 – Whakarauora Reo
   • 30 points.
   • Focuses on M?ori language revitalisation.
   • 2026: T4.
   • Available as Campus and Distance Learning.
3. EDHP603 – Matauranga Maori Hei Marautanga
   • 30 points.
   • Focuses on matauranga Maori as curriculum knowledge.
   • 2026: T2.
   • Available as Campus and Distance Learning.
4. EDHP604 – Tikanga / Rautaki Whakaako Reo
   • 30 points.
   • Focuses on tikanga and strategies for language teaching.
   • 2026: T3.
   • Available as Campus and Distance Learning.

Disciplines/Specialisations

• There are no formal majors, minors or endorsements within the PGDipHP.
• The entire qualification is focused on Maori bilingual and immersion teaching and learning.
• The principal areas of study are:
  • Te reo Maori
  • Maori language revitalisation
  • M?tauranga Maori
  • Te Tiriti o Waitangi and education
  • Tikanga Maori
  • Maori-medium pedagogy
  • Bilingual and immersion teaching
  • Maori curriculum development.

Programme Highlights

• 120-point postgraduate qualification.
• 1 year full-time.
• Up to 2 years part-time.
• February or July start.
• Four compulsory 30-point courses.
• All courses taught and assessed in te reo Maori.
• Noho marae included.
• Campus and Distance Learning occurrences are listed in the 2026 regulations.
• Strong emphasis on Maori language revitalisation.
• Focus on Maori-medium, bilingual and immersion education.
• Professional development for early childhood, primary and secondary teachers.
• Approved course for the Teachers' Kaupapa Maori/Maori-Medium Education Study Award.

Career Outcomes

UC states that the diploma provides professional development as a teacher of te ao Maori and an opportunity to pursue leadership roles promoting te reo Maori use in schools.

Potential professional directions include:

• Maori-medium teacher
• Bilingual/immersion teacher
• Teacher of te reo Maori
• Maori-medium educational leadership
• Curriculum and pedagogical development
• Professional development and education leadership roles
• Roles supporting te reo Maori revitalisation within education.

Latest Updates/Special Requirements

• The qualification is currently active and UC lists February and July starts.
• It was first offered in 2023.
• The 2026 regulations confirm all four compulsory courses have both Campus and Distance Learning occurrences.
• A key special requirement is the hui/selection process assessing te reo M?ori competency.
• All programme courses are taught and assessed in te reo M?ori.
• Noho marae forms part of the programme.
• Students may not fail more than 30 points in the qualification under the current regulations.
• The qualification can be awarded with Distinction or Merit.
• The programme provides a progression route to UC's Master of H?aka Pounamu.

International Student Visa Requirements

For an international student undertaking this qualification in New Zealand, the relevant visa is generally the Fee Paying Student Visa.

Current Immigration New Zealand requirements include:

• An Offer of Place from an approved education provider.
• Sufficient money to pay tuition fees or an appropriate scholarship.
• Sufficient funds for living expenses or an acceptable sponsor.
• Acceptable health and travel insurance.
• Meeting health and character requirements.
• Genuine intention to study.
• Evidence of the ability/intention to leave New Zealand when required.