New Zealand Certificate in Pacific Language (Samoa) (Level 4)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
Through four 15-credit courses, students learn respectful terms for surroundings, family, community, and culture, as well as how to MC events and acknowledge distinguished individuals. The program can be completed in one year, with a maximum completion time of four years.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Learn how to take the everyday conversations and formalise them to engage more appropriately with your elders, matai, and faife'au, through the use of ‘Gagana fa’aaloalo’. By the end of the programme you will be able to engage comfortably in more formal contexts within the family and church setting, community functions and workplace. You will learn skills on how to MC events and acknowledge distinguished guests.
Outline:
- Programme Structure:
- 830.414 My surroundings (Samoa) (15 credits): Learn to apply respectful terms in Samoa language to close surroundings.
- 830.415 My family (Samoa) (15 credits): Learn to apply formal language in Samoa in family contexts.
- Study Methods:
- Part-time for 1 year (32 teaching weeks), evenings plus two Saturdays.
- The maximum time to complete this programme part-time is 4 years.
- Start Dates:
- February, July
Other:
- Recognition of Prior Learning: Did you know you can use the knowledge and experience you already have to your advantage? Your previous work experience and on-the-job skills, volunteering, professional development, and other providers’ qualifications can be recognised as prior learning, matched against credits in our courses, and put towards your qualification – potentially saving you money and possibly helping you to complete your qualification faster. Learn more.
- Individual Courses: Do you want to study a single course, without enrolling into the full programme? team.
Manukau Institute of Technology
Overview:
Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) is a tertiary education institution located in New Zealand. It is a Business Division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, offering a wide range of qualifications and training programs.
Services Offered:
MIT provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Student Services:
Ask Me! Student Services Centre offers support and guidance on various aspects of student life.Online Resources:
Access to Canvas, email, Learner Portal, MITNET, and other online resources.Library and Learning Services:
Extensive library resources and learning support services.Career and Employment Solutions:
Assistance with career planning, job searching, and employment opportunities.Health and Counselling Services:
Support for students' physical and mental well-being.International Student Support:
Dedicated services for international students, including visa assistance and cultural orientation.Student Life and Campus Experience:
MIT offers a vibrant and supportive campus environment with various opportunities for student engagement:
Onboarding and Orientation:
New student orientation programs to help students settle in.Student Activities and Events:
A range of clubs, societies, and events to foster a sense of community.Student Representation:
Opportunities for students to voice their opinions and contribute to the institution's decision-making.Campus Facilities:
Modern facilities, including libraries, learning spaces, dining options, and recreational areas.Māori and Pasifika Support:
Dedicated support services for Māori and Pasifika students, including cultural programs and scholarships.Key Reasons to Study There:
Flexible Learning Options:
Offers flexible study options, including online and part-time programs.Free Study Opportunities:
Eligibility for various free study programs, including Fees Free and Māori and Pasifika Trades Training.Industry-Relevant Programs:
Programs designed to meet the needs of the local and national workforce.Strong Industry Partnerships:
Collaborations with industry partners to provide practical learning experiences and employment opportunities.Supportive Campus Environment:
A welcoming and inclusive campus environment that fosters student success.Academic Programs:
MIT offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Baking, Culinary and Hospitality
Business
Digital Technologies
Education
Engineering
English and IELTS
Floristry
Foundation and Bridging Studies
Hairdressing
Health and Counselling
Logistics
Maritime
Nursing
Pacific languages and Te Reo Māori
Police Preparation
Social Work
Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science
Supported Learning (Inclusive Education)
Trades
Other:
MIT has multiple campuses located in Ōtara, Manukau, TechPark, City (New Zealand Maritime School), and Mahurangi. The institution also offers a range of short courses and professional development programs for individuals and organizations.
