Course details

Postgraduate Diploma in Māori Studies – PGDipMāoriS
NZQF Level 8

About the course

The Postgraduate Diploma in Māori Studies (PGDipMāoriS) provides an interdisciplinary pathway in mātauranga Māori and te ao Māori perspectives.

Designed for graduates seeking to deepen their understanding of te ao Māori, Māori knowledge, language, culture, societal systems, this diploma forms a foundation for students to make a meaningful contribution in their chosen field.

Through research, critical inquiry and applied practice, students explore pathways in te reo, hauora, critical studies and education that support Māori aspirations, leadership and community wellbeing.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

Specific requirements

As well as Massey's general admission requirements, you will also have been awarded or qualified for a relevant bachelor's degree with at least a B grade average across the 200-300 level specialisation courses; or equivalent.

Time limits for Honours, Distinction and Merit

Where your qualification is completed within the stated time limit and to a high standard, you may be able to graduate with a class of Honours, Distinction or Merit. 

Prior learning, credit and exemptions

For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

Maximum time limits for completion

There are maximum time limits to complete postgraduate qualifications.  If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.

Official regulations

To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.

You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.

Returning students

For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.

Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.

About the provider

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa is a leading New Zealand university, world-renowned for unique practical qualifications, ground-breaking research, and online courses. 

Each year over 5,000 international students from more than 100 countries find a warm welcome at Massey. We are ranked in the top 250 universities in the world by QS World Rankings and have a well-established reputation for academic leadership, research excellence and innovative teaching.


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