Indigenous Studies

Indigenous Studies is a growing field that promotes and values diverse international indigenous perspectives in a changing global environment.

Indigenous Studies builds understanding and knowledge of core indigenous concepts, including indigenous worldviews, cultural and historical understandings, ethical, methodological, political and public policy demands and imperatives and environmental and sustainable developments.

This postgraduate subject takes an interdisciplinary approach to the complex intercultural dynamics of colonial and post-colonial societies, and is grounded in the experience of Māori in New Zealand.

Indigenous Studies can develop your skills for a career in local or national government, community leadership, policy and law, research, iwi, tribal and political advisement, cultural representation, teaching, resource management and more.

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Master of Indigenous Studies

The Master of Indigenous Studies is a new taught programme that aims to develop skills to benefit careers working for and with indigenous peoples.
Postgraduate courses

The postgraduate courses you can take as part of Indigenous Studies.
International students

What you need to know if you're considering joining us from overseas.
International scholarships

You could be eligible for a range of scholarships available to international students.
Te Wānanga o Waipapa

Indigenous Studies is located within the School of Māori Studies and Pacific Studies.

SUBJECTS AND SCHOOLS