Nga Mana Whakairo a Toi: Bachelor of Maori Performing Arts

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Subject area

Ngā Mahi a Rēhia (Māori Performing Arts)

Qualification

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Entry requirements

Student entry is open to applicants who:
Are at least 16 years or older, and have either
Successfully completed a relevant level 4 certificate or;
Successfully completed NCEA Performing Arts credits;
Obtained a minimum of 43 credits at Level 3 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework including a minimum of 14 credits at Level 3 or higher in each of two subjects from the NZQA approved list with a further 14 credits at Level 3 or higher taken from no more that two additional domains on the National Qualifications Framework approved subjects plus;
A minimum of 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori: 4 credits must be in reading and 4 credits must be in writing. These literacy credits are to be selected from a schedule of approved achievement standards and unit standards.
Applicants should have a demonstrated interest or involvement in Maori performing arts. Students who gained entry into University courses (prior to the introduction of NCEA), have partially complete a degree or have relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants who have verified evidence of completion of the level 6 National Diploma in Maori Performing Arts (Tutoring), or the Nga Mahi a Rehia Manu Korihi level 5 certificate will gain year two entry into this degree programme.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

Nga Mana Whakairo a Toi: Bachelor of Maori Performing Arts is a three-year full time programme that prepares students for active contribution to creative arts, tourism, Maori development and service sector industries. The programme aims at providing graduates with skills that can improve their respective contribution to aligned industries. Nga Mana Whakairo a Toi: Bachelor of Maori Performing Arts programme incorporates Tikanga Maori, Te Reo Maori and Maori Philosophy.