Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kawa a Māui.
The School of Māori Studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington specialises in te reo Māori and research on the Māori and Indigenous worlds.
Together with Te Iho Māori, our programmes, staff, and students form a vibrant and active Māori community.
Study with us in Trimester 2
Applications for Trimester 2, 2026 are now open. To start your studies in Trimester 3, complete your application by 2 November (for most programmes).
Māori Studies
Discover the vibrant world of Māori culture and society. Explore the customs, history and traditions of Māori and learn how to participate in the Māori world.
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- Kaitiakitanga
- Māori Studies
- Tohu Māoritanga
Te Reo Māori
Learn to speak, read, write and understand te reo Māori, while gaining an understanding of Māori history and culture.
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- Te Reo Māori
Global Studies
Lead positive change, contribute to solving global problems, and connect with change-makers.
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- Area and Cultural Studies
- Cultures and Identities
- Environment and Sustainability
- Ethical Leadership and Intercultural Communication
- Global Health and Wellbeing
- Globalisation, Movement and Change
- Human Rights, Justice and Peace
- World Affairs and Organisations
Master of Indigenous Studies—MIndS
Situate your knowledge of Māori and Pacific issues in the international indigenous context with a Master of Indigenous Studies at Victoria University of Wellington.
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Kaitiakitanga—Māori Studies
Gain an in-depth understanding of how Māori manage their environmental resources, like land, lakes, forests, and fisheries.
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