What is available to support me?
We have a number of spaces and support available to our Māori tauira (students).
Maia
Is a dedicated space for Māori tauira to study, use the computers, and from time to time enjoy some shared kai (food).
Our Māori Learning Advisors team work out of this space, and when not in appointments, can provide you with academic support. For more information, visit the Learning Advisors page.
| Where | Building 180 (Te Puna), Level 1, Room 1001 Mt Albert campus |
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| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm |
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Māori Learning Advisors
The Māori Learning Advisors can help you with questions related to academic reading and writing, referencing, and exam techniques. You can book an appointment online with this team.
Meet the team and book an appointment online
Puukenga
Puukenga is one of the three main buildings housed on our marae, Te Noho Kotahitanga. There you will find classrooms, a computer suite, a study space for students and a kitchen you can use. Our friendly staff are always available for a kupu ti (cup of tea) and kōrero (chat).
| Where | Building 171 Mt Albert campus |
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| Hours | Mon - Fri, 8.30am - 4.30pm |
Whānau room - Waitākere
We have a dedicated whānau room on our Waitākere campus. This room has been set aside for Māori students to be able to study, all other students are welcome to study here but must respect the kaupapa (purpose) of the room.
| Where | Building 510, Level 2, Room 2032 Waitākere campus |
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| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm |
Scholarships
We have a number of scholarships available to Māori students, more notably the Whai Ake programme. To see what is available, visit our Funding and Scholarships for Māori page.
Mātātupu Māori student association
Mātātupu is a student-driven association, which supports Māori students.
