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Master of Maori Visual Arts

Many of New Zealand's most respected M?ori artists are graduates of the Master of M?ori Visual Arts. More recent graduates attract recognition as emerging talent.

The Master of M?ori Visual Arts will push you to produce your best creative work grounded in a deep understanding of M?ori or indigenous visual culture. Your supervisors will challenge, guide, disrupt and support you, but -most importantly – they will help you develop your own unique creative practice.

Toioho ki ?piti welcomes all indigenous and P?keh? artists. We encourage engagement in research and applied practices relevant to individual cultural contexts.

Studio is the centre
You will spend most of your time conceiving and making art, in a kaupapa M?ori environment, mentored by practicing artists.

You’ll pursue an individually-designed programme of advanced studio practice in M?ori or indigenous visual culture related to who you are (whakapapa) as well as your personal strengths and interests.

The degree structure and delivery embraces customary practices from carving to weaving to kowhaiwhai. But it fosters work that does not necessarily adhere to visual indicators of 'M?ori' art. The work coming out of Toioho ki ?piti often asks critical questions about identity and visual culture and exists at the interface of Western and indigenous art.

Flexible study
You can study on campus, with studio space provided, or by distance. There are full-time and part-time options.

Most students initially enrol in a Postgraduate Diploma in M?ori Visual Arts, and transfer to the Masters programme for the second year.

Campus Information

Manawatu campus (Palmerston North)

The Manawatu campus is Massey's original campus. With lovely heritage buildings and park-like grounds located near Palmerston North city, it is one of the best places in the country to experience the real student lifestyle. With a huge portion of the population under 25 it is the perfect place for learning and living. The large campus is beautiful year-round with 11,500 different varieties of plants and trees in the form of manicured gardens, green fields, woodlands and bush.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Most graduates of the Master of M?ori Visual Arts have a full-time or part-time art practice.

The following are just some of the artists who have completed postgraduate study through Toioho ki ?piti:

Dr Huhana Smith (Ng?ti Takorehe)
Rangi Kipa (Taranaki, Te Atiawa Nui Tonu, Ng?ti Maniapoto)
Kura Te Waru-Rewiri (Ng?puhi, Ng?ti Kahu, Ng?ti Rangi, Ng?ti Raukawa ki Kauwhata)
Sandy Adsett (Ng?ti Kahungunu, Ng?ti Pahauwera)
Wi Taepa (Te Arawa, Te ?ti Awa)
Tina Wirihana (Ng?ti Maniapoto - Raukawa, Ng?ti Pikiao)
Kohai Grace (Ng?ti Toa Rangatira, Ng?ti Porou, Te ?ti Awa, Ng?ti Raukawa)
Steve Gibbs (Ng?i Tamanuhiri)
Dr Areta Wilkinson (Kai Tahu)
Saffronn Te Ratana (Ng?i Tuhoe)
Israel Tangaroa Birch (Ng?puhi, Ng?ti Kahungunu)
Reweti Arapere (Ng?ti Raukawa, Ng?ti Parou, Ng?ti Tuwharetoa)
Bridget Reweti (Ng?ti Ranginui, Ng?i te Rangi)
Nicholas Galanin (Tlingit, Aleut)
Natalie Ball (Klamath)
Ngahina Hohaia (Parihaka, Ng?ti Moeahu, Ng?ti Haupoto, Taranaki iwi)
Ngataiharuru Taepa (Te Arawa, Te ?ti Awa)
Hemi McGregor (Ng?ti Rakaipaaka, Ng?ti Kahungunu, Ng?i Tuhoe)
Kura Puke (Te ?ti Awa)
Regan Balzer (Te Arawa, Ng?ti Ranginui)
Chris Bryant (Ng?ti Porou)
Chanz Mikaere (Te Arawa, Mataatua)
Gina Matchitt (Ng?ti Rangitihi, Te Arawa, Ng?ti Ngahere, Whakat?hea).

PSW Opportunity

Level 7 (Bachelor’s degree)

Duration: Equal to length of study (typically up to 3 years)
Requirement: minimum 30 weeks full time study in NZ

Level 7 (Graduate Diploma)
Eligible for PSWV
Conditions:

Must also hold a Bachelor’s degree (NZ or overseas)
Duration: Up to length of study (typically 1 year)

Level 8 (Postgraduate Diploma)

Duration: Equal to length of study, OR
Up to 3 years in some cases (if part of higher qualification pathway)

Level 9 and 10 (Master’s degree and Doctoral degree)

Duration: 3 years
Condition: Must study at least 30 weeks in New Zealand

- Most eligible international students can work up to 25 hours per week during study and full-time during scheduled breaks, only if their student visa includes work rights.

- Foundation, pathway and short courses have different rules.

- Not allowed for part time students.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Postgraduate academic entrance requirements

Masters, postgraduate diplomas and postgraduate certificates An appropriate undergraduate degree from a recognised tertiary institution is required

IELTS- 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL iBT- 90 overall (min 20 in Writing)
PTE Academic- 58 Overall (min 50 in communicative skills)

Massey University

Palmerston North , North Island, New Zealand ,New Zealand