Overview
Te ao Māori is an exciting and enduring culture that has shaped Aotearoa’s society and is an integral part of our contemporary lifestyle. We offer free te reo Māori night classes at four different levels, and at whatever level you choose, you’ll get to explore our beautiful Te Noho Kotahitanga marae and wharekai. They are hubs for teaching and learning, places for ceremonial and celebratory gatherings, and a source of local and historical knowledge. You’ll also be taught by some of the best lecturers in an authentic tikanga Māori environment.
Watch this short video to see what our past students say and experience in kura pō (night classes).
Kōrero mai – give it a go!
Kura pō (night classes)
We offer free te reo Māori night classes (kura pō) at four levels: tahi (beginner), rua (intermediate), toru (advanced), and whā (full immersion).
Tahi – Beginner
Choose this level if you haven’t had much / any exposure to te reo Māori.
This course provides an introduction to basic personal introductions, mihimihi, karakia, waiata, basic language structures, vocabulary, correct pronunciation, and more.
Rua – Intermediate
Choose this level if you already know many basics of te reo Māori (e.g. numbers and colours).
This course extends Reo Tahi or is suitable for learners with basic language knowledge. It covers punctuation, syntax, tenses, pepeha, whakapapa, and more.
Toru – Advanced
Choose this level if you already know how to structure complex sentences in te reo Māori.
This course deepens language acquisition and cultural awareness. You will focus on conversation, sentence construction, oral practice, and more.
Whā – Full immersion
Choose this level if you’re comfortable speaking sentences in te reo Māori.
At this advanced level, you will contribute to discussions, sing mōteatea, and recite karakia for different settings. (Subject to numbers.)
How to Apply
I already attended kura pō
If you have previously enrolled in a te reo Māori night class, log in to your Student Portal to enrol for the next class.
If you need any help, contact Student Central.
New student
Please note: Only click the buttons below if you have not enrolled in any Unitec te reo Māori classes. Toru and Whā are only taught at the Mt Albert campus.
To apply, you must submit a certified copy of your New Zealand citizenship or residency . Learn how to certify your document .
General class information
Te Utu (fees)
All courses are free for domestic students. You must submit a certified copy of your New Zealand citizenship or residency. Learn how to certify your document .
Te reo Māori night classes are not available to international students.
Ngā rā, ngā wā, me ngā wāhi (duration, time, and locations)
You attend class once a week, on the same evening where possible.
All levels are taught at the same time, in separate rooms. Room information will be provided after enrolment.
Public holidays are observed; classes will not run on these dates.
| Term 4 | 2025 | ||||
| Date | Time | Duration | Campus | ||
| Tahi | 02-Feb-26 to 12-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | |
| 03-Feb-26 to 13-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
| 04-Feb-26 to 14-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
| Rua | 02-Feb-26 to 12-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | |
| 03-Feb-26 to 13-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
| 04-Feb-26 to 14-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
| Toru | 02-Feb-26 to 12-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | |
| 03-Feb-26 to 13-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
| 04-Feb-26 to 14-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
| Whā | 02-Feb-26 to 12-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | |
| 03-Feb-26 to 13-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
| 04-Feb-26 to 14-Apr-26 | 6 PM – 9 PM | 10 Weeks | Mt Albert | ||
Class Venue
Your class will be held at either the Mt Albert or Waitākere campus.
Mt Albert campus: Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae, Gate 3, Carrington Rd, Mt Albert.
Waitākere campus: Building 510, Level 1, Waitākere Lane, Henderson.
See our campus maps for details.
Attendance
80% attendance is required to pass the course.
If you need to miss a class
If you need to miss a class, notify us by phone, email, or speak to your kaiako beforehand.
Change evenings or levels
You cannot change your class evening once enrolled.
You may change levels in weeks 1 and 2 only.
Cancel or withdraw from a class
If your application is still in progress, you can cancel it:
Returning students: Student Portal
New students: Enrolment Dashboard
If already enrolled, contact us as soon as possible so we can offer your space to someone else.
He kōhanga kōrero (feedback)
See what our students say about kura pō (night classes).
Whakapā mai (contact us)
Location: Building 171 (Puukenga), Mt Albert Campus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm
Email: kurapo@unitec.ac.nz
Phone: +64 9 892 7093
