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This course introduces students to a wide range of Maori writing in English, and situates these works within a vast and vibrant whakapapa of Maori creative production in Aotearoa and beyond. Key themes within the course include: purakau and their contemporary retellings, Maori futurism(s), representations of kai and palate politics, the relationship between birds, writers, and the written word, and narrative sovereignty.
Acquisition of skills in critical readingFamiliarization with a range of key concepts within Te Ao MāoriIncreased knowledge of a variety of texts by Māori authors and their historical and cultural contextsDevelop key skills in essay writingIncreased knowledge of a range of concepts integral to the study of English at university levelRelevance | Ngā whaitakeThis course aims to prepare students for the following pathways:Educational roles Professional social service rolesRoles within the creative arts and community sectorsFurther research Transferable skills | Pūkenga ngaioThis course will contribute to developing the following transferrable skills and competencies:Awareness and understanding of Māori perspectivesCritical analysis of a range of textsPractical writing skillsCommunication and presentation skills
ENGL110, TITO101
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Kirsty Dunn
Kirsten Featherstone and Tessa Boraston
Domestic fee $844.00
International fee $3,950.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Humanities .