Sorena programme guide
Master of Arts (Māori and Indigenous Studies)
This guide brings together the programme information the institution currently publishes. It does not assess whether the programme is suitable for you.
Overview
Master of Arts (Māori and Indigenous Studies) is listed by University of Waikato as a Master at NZQF Level 9.
What you will study
Programme-specific curriculum content is not yet published in the Sorena catalogue. Use the institution link above for the current course structure.
Who may find it relevant
No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.
Programme structure
Published duration: 1 year full-time (120 points) or 1.5 years (180 points, includes thesis pathway).
Fees context
Fee not published by the institution.
Entry requirements
Relevant Bachelor's degree (typically with honours or equivalent for thesis pathway)
Start dates
- Trimester B (July 2026)
- not MAIST-specific confirmation
- Trimester A (March 2027)
- Trimester A (March 2027), Trimester B (July 2027) — general MA intake pattern, not MAIST-specific confirmation
- Trimester B (July 2027) — general MA intake pattern
Career context
The institution has not supplied structured career-outcome information to the Sorena catalogue.
What to check before applying
- Confirm the current fee and fee basis with the institution.
- Check the next available start date.
- Review the institution's academic and English requirements.
- Complete the Sorena assessment before requesting individual guidance.