Overview
An introduction to the theory and practice of Māori culture and society in traditional and contemporary contexts.
A basic understanding of Māori cultural concepts and the historical context within which Māori society has developed to its contemporary position is critical to New Zealand's development. A student who completes this paper will be equipped with the knowledge and cultural awareness to participate more fully in New Zealand society. The student will also develop a broader indigenous perspective that can be applied globally.
About this paper
| Paper title | Māori Society |
|---|---|
| Subject | Māori Studies |
| EFTS | 0.1500 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(On campus)
Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,103.10 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Contact
- More information link
- View more information on the Te Tumu website
- Teaching staff
Assoc. Prof. Karyn Paringatai (S1)
Leighton Williams (S2)
- Textbooks
Required:
Te Kōparapara, An introduction to the Māori World (Auckland University Press 2018), Edited by M Reilly, S Duncan, G Leoni, L Paterson, L Carter, M Rātima, P Rewi.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
On completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Māori worldview and an understanding of the development of Māori society
- Apply an understanding of concepts prevalent in a Māori worldview in assessing actions and events in New Zealand's history
- Critically discuss the impact of the colonisation on the development of Māori society
- Demonstrate knowledge of Māori society from an indigenous perspective as it exists in a contemporary context
- Assessment details
Internal assessment 50%
Final examination 50%
Timetable
Overview
An introduction to the theory and practice of Māori culture and society in traditional and contemporary contexts.
A basic understanding of Māori cultural concepts and the historical context within which Māori society has developed to its contemporary position is critical to New Zealand's development. A student who completes this paper will be equipped with the knowledge and cultural awareness to participate more fully in New Zealand society. The student will also develop a broader indigenous perspective that can be applied globally.
About this paper
| Paper title | Māori Society |
|---|---|
| Subject | Māori Studies |
| EFTS | 0.1500 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(On campus)
Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Contact
- More information link
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Required:
- Te Kōparapara, An introduction to the Māori World (Auckland University Press 2018), Edited by M Reilly, S Duncan, G Leoni, L Paterson, L Carter, M Rātima, P Rewi.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
On completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Māori worldview and an understanding of the development of Māori society
- Apply an understanding of concepts prevalent in a Māori worldview in assessing actions and events in New Zealand's history
- Critically discuss the impact of the colonisation on the development of Māori society
- Demonstrate knowledge of Māori society from an indigenous perspective as it exists in a contemporary context
- Assessment details
Internal Assessment (50%)
Final Examination (50%)