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Poutuarongo Puna Maumahara
Bachelor of Information Management
Become a guardian and exponent of knowledge systems ensuring the survival of taonga tuku iho (inherited treasures) and repositories of knowledge by drawing on tikanga and kawa relevant to your iwi, hapū, marae or organisation.
Please note: Unfortunately Year 2 of Poutuarongo Puna Maumahara will not be available in 2026. Please contact us to register your interest for future intakes.
Please note: Unfortunately Year 2 of Poutuarongo Puna Maumahara will not be available in 2026. Please contact us to register your interest for future intakes.
What You'll Learn
Kaitiakitanga ensures that the long-term survival of taonga tuku iho is protected through a well-conserved repository system. You will learn to develop the repository that will house and care for the knowledge base of taonga within your whānau, hapū and iwi archives. You will also learn about intellectual property rights and how it influences the keeping of taonga, kōrero tuku iho, journals, photographs etc safe.
Māori organisations, rōpū tuku iho, museums, libraries, kura and more hold taonga and information. Expert knowledge is required to maintain and care for taonga in these spaces and ensuring that quality care is upheld.
One year of study will give you the Heke Puna Maumahara (Diploma) and two more years the Poutuarongo Puna Maumahara (Degree). This programme is led by experts and practitioners in the field and you will receive a wealth of knowledge that will enhance your kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga.
Course Structure
The Poutuarongo Puna Maumahara is a three-year bachelor's degree. Year One is completed through the Heke Puna Maumahara (Diploma in Information Management). Please note that Year 2 is not available in 2026 — contact us to register your interest.
Minimum age of 17 years. Regular internet access, email address and computer or laptop with a working mic and camera are required.
Year one
Course of Study
PPMA101 - Mātauranga Māori & Puna Maumahara
The aim of this course is to study and describe the philosophy of mātauranga Māori and to integrate kaupapa Māori inherent in this philosophy into the management of the puna maumahara and its contents.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
Nil
PPMA102 - Te Mau O Te Rorohiko I
The aim of this course is to examine intellectual and cultural property rights and the potential impacts on rangatiratanga in the global information technology environment.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
Nil
PPMA103 - Tikanga o Te Pūpuri Pārongo I
The aim of this course is to be able to describe appropriate models for organising and retrieving information/ knowledge.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
Nil
PPMA104 - Ngā Taonga Tuku Iho I
The aim of this course is to competently assess a range of puna maumahara and associated taonga tuku iho and apply basic preservation concepts and principles for its long term survival.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
Nil
Iwi and Hapū
IWI101 - Private Study of One Marae
To conduct a private study of one marae in order to identify and strengthen connections to ‘the marae as our principal home’.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
Nil
IWI102 - Private Study of Iwi History
To study and describe the major historical features of a selected iwi to strengthen identity.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
Nil
Te Reo Māori
REO101 Hui Rumaki Reo 1
The overall aim of the year one reo programme encourages analysis of basic grammar through the online course; an introduction to written Māori; research through self-directed learning and oral practice in the Māori language through Hui Rumaki Reo with an emphasis on marae activities.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
Nil
REO102 Hui Rumaki Reo 2
The overall aim of the year one reo programme encourages analysis of basic grammar through the online course; an introduction to written Māori; research through self-directed learning and oral practice in the Māori language through Hui Rumaki Reo with an emphasis on marae activities.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
REO101 or equivalent experience
Year Two
Course of Study
PPMA201 - Mana Māori Motuhake
The aim of this course is to describe mana Māori Motuhake and its relation to intellectual and cultural property rights within the context of Puna Maumahara and its contents.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
HPM1A, PPM101
PPMA202 - Te Mau O Te Rorohiko II
The aim of this course is to evaluate digital archiving, storage media and current library archives management programmes.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
HPM1E, PPM102, PPM201
PPMA203 - Tikanga O Te Pupuri Parongo II
The aim of this course is to extend skills in indexing and other methods of retrieving information.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
HPM1I, PPM103, PPM202
PPMA204 - Ngā Taonga Tuku Iho II
The aim of this course is to implement preservation strategies in Iwi and Hapū Puna Maumahara for the continued protection of the taonga tuku iho.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
HPM1A, PPM104, PPM203
Iwi and Hapū
IWI201 - Private Study of One Hapū
To examine the major features and characteristics of a selected hapū in order to deepen our understanding of hapū origins and group survival.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
IWI Y1 or equivalent
IWI202 - Selected Private Studies
Students will gain a deeper appreciation of the cultural significance of a taonga to a selected hapū and/or iwi, and it’s role in strengthening, maintaining and enhancing relationships.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
IWI Y1 or equivalent
Te Reo Māori
REO201 Hui Rumaki Reo 1
The overall aim of the year two reo programme encourages further analysis of grammar through the online course; more developed techniques into researching the language through self-directed learning and oral practice in the Māori language through Hui Rumaki Reo with an emphasis on marae activities and an accumulation of ‘flying time’.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
REO1, MAIT1, REO101W, REO101M ētehi atu wheako rānei e rite ana ki ēnei.
REO202 Hui Rumaki Reo 2
The overall aim of the year two reo programme encourages further analysis of grammar through the online course; more developed techniques into researching the language through self-directed learning and oral practice in the Māori language through Hui Rumaki Reo with an emphasis on marae activities and an accumulation of ‘flying time’.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
REO201 or equivalent experience.
Year Three
Course of Study
PPMA301 - Mātauranga Māori and Management of Iwi/Hapū Information and Knowledge
The aim of this course is to apply mātauranga Māori principles in the management of iwi and hapū knowledge.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
PPM2A, PPMA201
PPMA302 - Te Mau O Te Rorohiko III
The aim of this course is to assess the appropriate use of information technologies and its contribution to the survival of taonga tuku iho.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
PPM2E, PPMA202
PPMA303 - Tikanga O Te Pupuri Pārongo III
The aim of this course is to advance the students understanding of information management and retrieval through the critical analysis of iwi resources.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
PPM2I, PPMA203
PPMA304 - Ngā Taonga Tuku Iho III
The aim of this course is to evaluate and plan the management and preservation needs of taonga tuku iho.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
PPM2O, PPMA204
Iwi and Hapū
IWI301 - Oral Literature Studies
To advance the students understanding of the intergenerational transmission of kōrero tuku iho in pre 1900’s Māori oral literature.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
IWI Y2 or it’s equivalent
IWI302 - Hapū and Iwi Performance
To be able to assess the performance of a hapū or iwi and formulate strategies to enhance the prosperity of hapū or iwi
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
IWI Y2 or it’s equivalent
Te Reo Māori
REO301 Hui Rumaki Reo 1
The overall aim of the year three reo programme encourages deeper analysis of grammar through online learning activities; developed research techniques into acquiring the language through self-directed learning, oral practice in the language in a range of formal and informal situations with care and attention given to a higher degree of accuracy and quality in the language through Hui Rumaki Reo activities and accumulating more ‘flying time’ encourages creative thought with a continued emphasis on marae activities.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
REO2 or MAIT2, REO201W, REO201M, REO201, REO202
REO302 Hui Rumaki Reo 2
The overall aim of the year three reo programme encourages deeper analysis of grammar through online learning activities; developed research techniques into acquiring the language through self-directed learning, oral practice in the language in a range of formal and informal situations with care and attention given to a higher degree of accuracy and quality in the language through Hui Rumaki Reo activities and accumulating more ‘flying time’ encourages creative thought with a continued emphasis on marae activities.
Credits:
15
Pre-requisite:
REO301
How You'll Learn
Residential Seminars (Noho) Attend on-campus noho at Te Wānanga o Raukawa combining information management theory with tikanga Māori practice.
Weekly Online Tutorials via Mūrau Complete weekly te reo tutorials online, plus two five-day hui rumaki reo on campus each semester.
Iwi and Hapū Papers Two papers per year delivered online — creating taonga resources for your whānau, marae, and iwi.
Self-Directed Study Independent research and information management projects supported by experienced pūkenga.
Online Seminars (Noho) Engage in online webinars and tutorials with opportunities for discussion and wananga learning.
Please contact the academic area for more information.
Is This Course Right For You?
Puna Maumahara are the memory banks and repositories of taonga tuku iho of whānau, hapū, and iwi. It embodies Mātauranga Māori and the Māori world view. The programme is dedicated to the retrieving, restoring, archiving, and preservation of taonga and knowledge systems.
Te Reo and Iwi and Hapū Studies
Each year, you will complete weekly tutorials and activities in Te Reo via our online space, Mūrau. These not only prepare you to attend two five-day long hui rumaki reo on campus at the end of each semester; but will further enhance your journey as you learn the value and mana our language holds in the puna maumahara space. Yes, it can be scary, but you will not be taking the journey alone nor do you do not need to have any reo to begin! You will be guided every step of the way with tutor support.
You will also study two papers per year in Iwi and Hapū studies to compliment your learning, these are often the most rewarding part of study for the majority of our students as they gain a deep connection back to their roots. Your Iwi and Hapū papers will be online with excellent tutor support to help you through, week by week activities. The assignments that you complete will become a taonga and resource for your whānau, marae, iwi and will be treasured for years to come. You are encouraged to complete your iwi and hapū studies through the eyes of your tūpuna and use them to create meaningful taonga for future generations.
Te Reo and Iwi and Hapū studies begin in the first week of the academic year, so you can begin your studies before your first specialisation noho. You will also get the opportunity to meet your reo and iwi and hapū pūkenga during your first noho on campus.
Course Code
PPM
Credits
360
Duration
3 Years
NZQA Level
Level 7
Delivery
Residential seminars, self-directed learning, and online delivery
Locations
Te Wānanga o Raukawa, Ōtaki
Mode
Bilingual (Māori/English)
Next Intake
16 Feb -25 Oct 2026
Tuition Fees
Year 1: See Heke Puna Maumahara fees
Year 2: Not available in 2026 — contact us
Year 3: $3,517.50 (approx.)
Fees & Funding
Year
Year 1 (Heke Diploma)
Year 2
Year 3
Total (Year 3 only)
Tuition (Approx)
See Heke Puna Maumahara fees
$3,517.50 (approx.)
$3,517.50
Fees are approximate and may be subject to change. Additional costs may apply for course materials and travel to noho.
Scholarships
Support is available through scholarships to make study more accessible. Find out more.
Additional Funding Options
You may be able to access student loans, allowances, or Fees Free to support your studies. Learn more.
Entry Requirements
Minimum age of 17 years. Regular internet access, email address and computer or laptop with a working mic and camera are required.
Academic Requirements
Personal Requirements
A strong commitment to developing te reo Māori me ōna tikanga
Ability to attend residential noho at Te Wānanga o Raukawa, Ōtaki
Technology Requirements
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Regular internet access
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Email address
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Computer, laptop, tablet, or suitable mobile device for online learning via Mūrau
Full Requirements
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For complete entry requirement details, see Appendix One of the Academic Regulations.
Where This Qualification Takes You
Completing this qualification can lead to a variety of career opportunities, including:
Administration and Information Manager
Archivist
Communications Advisor for Information Management
Database Administrator
Librarian
Researcher
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