Semester Two Courses
Kia Māori te titiro ki te ao
Our semester two qualifications are all aimed at developing and nurturing our people's sense of identity as Māori and increasing the number of whānau and kaimahi participating in te ao Māori. Gain the confidence to participate in marae, kura or workplace activities through Poupou Karanga and Poupou Tū Whaikōrero. Begin your journey in te reo Māori with Poupou Huia Te Reo 1 (Level 4) or Poupou Huia Te Reo 2 (Level 5) or take a holistic wellbeing journey with Poupou Whakapiki Mauri.
All our Poupou are offered FREE to NZ citizens and permanent residents and are delivered online in 2025. Whānau have the opportunity to deliver Poupou Whakapiki Mauri, Poupou Karanga and Tū Whaikōrero in cohorts from their marae with support from Te Wānanga o Raukawa (email mitu@twor-otaki.ac.nz to learn more).
- NZQA approved, gain a certificate qualification at the same time.
- Develop the confidence to stand at your marae, kura or workplace and participate.
- Poupou certificates are an opportunity to increase the pool of whānau/kaimahi who have the capability to karanga and whaikōrero.
- Learn together, grow together – marae/organisations can use this as an opportunity to meet and practice what they are learning online.
- Uplift and support each other while being supported by our pūkenga and kaimahi.
- Completing a poupou introduces you to our learning environment at Te Wānanga o Raukawa, increasing your confidence for higher level studies and may be the beginning of reconnecting back to te ao Māori.
Returning students
Students who need to complete semester two papers in order to graduate can apply online.
Contact your academic whare, we look forward to welcoming you back, hoki mai ki tō Wānanga.
Where Mātauranga Māori meets Professional Excellence
Whether you’re passionate about our environment, health, arts, storytelling, or leadership — there’s a kaupapa for you. Reclaim your cultural confidence while gaining skills to uplift your mahi through one of our semester two specialisation papers on offer below.
Iwi and Hapū Studies
IWI102 – Private Study of Iwi History
Iwi and Hapū Studies – are part of almost every qualification at diploma level and above.
In this paper, you'll explore the key historical features of a selected iwi, connect your own iwi’s experiences to the broader Māori history, and highlight historical changes at the iwi level as shared by kaumātua.
Kaitiakitanga Pūtaiao – Environmental Studies
Uncover the secrets of native plants and their traditional uses and learn to recognise native birds by their unique calls. Get ready for hands-on adventures in the ngahere, where you’ll use real monitoring techniques to assess the forest’s health and vitality. It’s a journey of knowledge, culture, and connection you won’t want to miss
In this paper, explore the world of oral history, where kaupapa influences storytelling and preservation. Learn how tikanga Māori guides respectful interviews and gain hands-on skills to bring oral histories to life. Whether you're passionate about storytelling, cultural heritage, or research, this journey will deepen your understanding and sharpen your skills.
Kawa Oranga – Health Promotion, Sport and Exercise Science
PKOA103 – Kaupapa Māori Exercise Prescription 1
Unlock the science of movement and performance – Learn and apply the core principles of exercise prescription, enriched by Māori models and perspectives on health and wellbeing, and that’s just the beginning!
PKOA104 – Te Whare o Rongo 1 – Recovery and Nutrition
Embark on an exciting journey to explore Rongo’s role in Māori wellbeing, focusing on nutrition, sport, and exercise. Learn nutrition through a mauri ora lens and gain practical knowledge on injury prevention and management, guided by tikanga. Discover how the cardiovascular system boosts performance and vitality. This paper blends cultural insight, science, and hands-on learning—there’s so much to uncover!
Puna Maumahara – Information Management
PPMA103 – Tikanga o Te Pūpuri Pārongo 1
Explore the power of knowledge through two worldviews. In this paper, you’ll compare Western and mātauranga Māori perspectives on how information is organised and understood. You’ll evaluate different knowledge models, consider their relevance to iwi and hapū, and dive into the layers of “face-value” vs. “embedded” knowledge in Māori sources. This is a journey into the heart of how we see, value, and communicate knowledge.
PPMA104 – Ngā Taonga Tuku Iho 1
Safeguarding Taonga Tuku Iho for Future Generations - Step into the vital role of protecting Māori cultural treasures by learning how to apply key preservation concepts and principles that support the long-term survival of taonga tuku iho. You’ll uncover the major causes of deterioration and explore the theories behind how and why these precious items age over time. This course empowers you with practical knowledge and cultural insight to ensure that these treasures can continue to inspire and educate generations to come.
Toko Mana – Māori and Administration
PTMA103 – Te Pou Ārahi – The Manager and Administrator as Organisational Leaders
Lead with purpose and inspire change - This paper introduces you to leadership as a vital role of managers and administrators. It shows how effective leadership can uplift mana ā rōpū and drive meaningful transformation within organisations. You’ll explore the power of transformational leadership and how it shapes positive organisational development. Get ready to step into your leadership potential and make a lasting impact.
PTMA 104 – Te Pou Pupuru – The Manager and Administrator and Control in Organisations
Gain valuable insights into the essential role of control in the management and administration process, while learning how effective information management and communication are key to maintaining control and driving organizational success.
Mātauranga Maori
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the heart of Māori culture? This course offers an exciting opportunity to learn the performing arts that are integral to the traditional Māori pōwhiri (welcome ceremony). Throughout this paper you will dive into karanga and whaikōrero, mōteatea, ngeri, haka pōwhiri and pēpeha.
PMMA104 – The Tikanga Māori House: Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Mātauranga Māori
Step into the world of Māori constitutional theory and discover how the “Tikanga Māori House” offers a fresh, transformative approach to governance. This paper will introduce you to the innovative concept of the Tikanga Māori House, a model rooted in Māori traditions that could bring new life to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
Whare Tapere – Literary Performing Arts
In this paper, students will discover how kaitito (composers) express their iwi affiliations and identity through te reo o te waiata tawhito, connecting to Te Ao Tūroa. You’ll explore simple methods of composition and performance, inspiring your own creative expression.
In this course, students will explore Te Whare Tapere as a traditional form of entertainment, focusing on the performer’s role in storytelling and kapa haka. You’ll examine the unique characteristics that make these performances powerful and impactful.
Whare Pora – Design and Art (Weaving)
Students will embark on a dynamic journey into the world of raranga, uncovering its powerful significance in te ao Māori and how it has evolved with the changing environment. Along the way, they’ll strengthen their role as kaitiaki within the sacred space of Te Whare Pora, weaving knowledge, tradition, and guardianship into their learning.
Students will dive into the unique world of raranga design, experimenting with its form and function as it relates to their iwi. They’ll investigate how local materials behave in their rohe and bring traditional construction techniques to life through hands-on exploration.