Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Rumaki, Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3)

Program Overview

Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Rumaki, Reo Rua) is a part-time program designed to enhance te reo Māori communication skills for confident use in various settings. Through modules covering hui facilitation, literature creation, pōwhiri participation, and language development, graduates gain the ability to contribute to the revitalization and appreciation of te reo.

Program Outline

Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Rumaki, Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 3)

Degree Overview

Objective:

• Develop skills and knowledge to communicate in te reo Māori with independence and confidence in various contexts, including whānau, marae, social, workplace, and academic settings.
• Promote shared appreciation for and contribute to the development of te reo.

Program Description:

• Part-time program delivered over 38 weeks (including 2 weeks of holidays).
• Weekly commitment includes:
• 3 hours of class time
• 10 hours of self-directed learning
• Four noho marae throughout the year.
• Aims to equip graduates with the ability to:
• Facilitate hui whakatau under supervision.
• Create literature showcasing connections to land, environment, history, and stories.
• Use te reo while planning and participating in pōwhiri.
• Build upon and extend foundation-level te reo skills.

Outline

Content:

• Programme consists of 5 modules:
• He kura te tangata (15 credits): Learn to facilitate hui whakatau under supervision.
• Kia mau ki ngā kupu ā ō tīpuna (15 credits): Create literature illustrating connections to land, environment, history, and stories.
• Tangata takahi manuhiri, he marae pūehu (15 credits): Develop the knowledge and skills to use te reo while planning and participating in pōwhiri.
• Te reo Māori (15 credits): Build upon and extend foundation-level language skills.

Structure:

• Part-time program delivered over 38 weeks (including 2 weeks of holidays).
• Weekly commitment includes:
• 3 hours of class time
• 10 hours of self-directed learning
• Four noho marae throughout the year.

Modules:

• He kura te tangata (15 Credits):
• Learn to facilitate hui whakatau under supervision.
• Includes leading karakia and conducting acknowledgements and presentations.
• Kia mau ki ngā kupu ā ō tīpuna (15 Credits):
• Create a piece of literature illustrating connections to land, environment, prominent places, people, histories, and stories.
• Express dreams, aspirations, and desires.
• Tangata takahi manuhiri, he marae pūehu (15 Credits):
• Develop the knowledge and skills to use te reo while planning and participating in pōwhiri from beginning to end.
• Te reo Māori (15 Credits):
• Build on and extend foundation level language skills.

Careers

• Graduates can progress to Te Pōkaitahi Reo (Reo Rua) (Te Kaupae 4)
• Enhance career opportunities in the public and private sectors.

Other

• As a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, UCOL is committed to providing the best learning outcome.
• All programs are currently under review to ensure portability, consistency, and alignment with industry needs.
• ākonga (learners) should have an intermediate level of understanding and ability in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.
• ākonga have access to UCOL's full range of facilities, including the library, Learning Hubs, study areas, and computer labs.