Study Bachelor of Communication in Tauwhitinga Maori: Maori Communication Strategy and Practice at University of Canterbury in New Zealand, Faculty of Arts
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Bachelor of Communication in Tauwhitinga Maori: Maori Communication Strategy and Practice

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

With a BC, you will develop skills in media content production, planning, and research in international and national contexts. You will have the opportunity to use a variety of communication technologies, including digital, audio and visual, and social media in areas like journalism, creative projects, and communications scenarios catering to different audiences. You will also learn to meet strategic goals of corporates and drivers of social change. Study Involve: Opportunities to use your skills in practical ways, including working with local organisations, and with a variety of communication technologies including digital, audio and visual, and social media platforms. Placements in local newsrooms as part of the Journalism major. Tauwhitinga Maori is the only Maori communications major on offer in Aotearoa. With links to international partners in journalism and media studies, we offer guest lectures from global experts each semester. Maori communication is very important for businesses in Aotearoa, as they are increasingly looking for ways to include Maori culture and heritage in their media, advertising, communications, and everyday practices. This major is ideal for anyone looking to bring about social change, and help industries engage strongly with our bicultural nation. Study Involve: Specialised knowledge as this is the only major of its kind in Aotearoa on Maori communication strategy and Kaupapa Maori (values and goals) in professional workplaces. Learn to create public-facing content representing Maori, from print to television to social media. Internship projects during your degree will place you within iwi businesses, communication agencies, and other local UC contacts. This major can be studied alongside other courses such as Te Reo Maori, History, and Geography.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$34,625.00 (US$ 20,654) per year
Accommodation - 525(weekly cost)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/05/2026

Start date

July 2026

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To enrol in the degree, you will need:

University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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