The aim is to increase the number of Registered Nurses who are well versed in Maaori ways of knowing, Maaori worldviews and the advancement of Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi (Maaori Registered Nursing Practice) as informed by Nga Taumata Te Reo Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi.

1.Apply the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Maatauranga Maaori to their Tikanga aa-Tapuhi (Nursing practice).
2.Incorporate Te Taiao and dimensions of Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi as kaitiaki to influence health outcomes of whaanau, hapuu, iwi and the cultural principles within their nursing practice.
3.Demonstrate cultural safe practice of Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi (Nursing Practice), the Art of Nursing responding culturally diverse environments, as determined by in a manner identified by recipients of their care.
4.Develop resilience and confidence through cultural identity, self-awareness, and life-long reflective learning with the potential to take on future leadership responsibilities within their commjunities and Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi.
5.Integrate Maaori and non Maaori in the personification of Oranga knowledge and practice contributing to capability and capacity of Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi.
6.Promote health equity and social justice for Maaori and non Mlaaori through partnership, empowerment, advocacy and leadership in Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi.as it relates to Maaori and non-Maaori.
7.Apply Kaupapa Maaori Rangahau: Oranga and evidence-based practices to inform clinical decisions in dynamic health care systems and other related sectors that are ethically, morally and culturally sound.

Te Tohu Paetahi Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi, Bachelor of Nursing Maaori may lead to further study in various Nursing related fields:
Graduate Certificate or Diploma
Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma and Masters

Entry Requirements:
All enrolments in Te Tohu Paetahi Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi, Bachelor of Nursing Maaori are subject to the approval of an entry and selection team. All applicants must complete a health declaration and the New Zealand Nursing Council requires criminal convictions to be declared. Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
University Entrance
NCEA Level 3
Three subjects - at Level 3 or above, made up of:
14 credits each, in three approved subjects
Literacy - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of:
5 credits in reading
5 credits in writing
Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of:
achievement standards - specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects, or
unit standards - package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627- all three required).
and
A minimum of 12 credits at NQF Level 2 or higher from the subjects listed below:
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Science
Or
NCEA Level 2
Applicants must hold at least 80 credits at NCEA Level 2, of which 40 credits must be at merit or excellence. Of the 80 NCEA Level 2 credits, students
must have gained a minimum of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing in
English or Te Reo Maaori
and
A minimum of 12 credits from the subjects listed below:
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Science
and
A minimum of 10 credits at Level 1 or higher in mathematics

An interview is required to determine the applicant's preparedness for tertiary studies. Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
Effective interpersonal communication skills
Good personal presentation
Maturity and a positive attitude
Commitment and motivation to succeed

OR
Cambridge International Examinations
120 points on the UCAS Tariff with a minimum grade of D in at least three subjects equivalent to those in the list approved for NZUeBS and NCEA at AS, A2 (or A) level
and
A minimum D pass in IGCSEe mathematics
and
A minimum e pass in AS English. Applicants must meet the equivalent science requirements as specified for NCEA Level 2
OR
International Baccalaureate (IB) Equivalence
A minimum total of 24 points in the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP)
and
Meet the literacy requirements by having at least four points in an English-rich subject in the IBDP
and
Meet the numeracy requirements by having at least four points in mathematics in the IBDP or by meeting the necessary numeracy requirements by some other means.
Meet the equivalent science requirements as specified for NCEA Level 2.

Applicants who do not meet all entry requirements should contact the School of Nursing to explore their options.
OR
Applicants 20 years of age and over ideally will meet the minimum entry requirements. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, but feel that they have the skills or experience to be successful in this programme, should contact the School to discuss their options.
OR
Applicants who have completed the New Zealand Certificate in Career and Study Preparation (Nursing Studies, L4) who achieve a B grade (merit) or higher in all subjects will be offered a place on Te Tohu Paetahi Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi, Bachelor of Nursing Maaori programme subject to referee reports and available places. Students who did not achieve B grade (merit) or higher will be considered on an individual basis by the HOS.
OR
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a mature approach to study; ability to pass a science diagnostic test; the ability to manage their time; ability to seek support; a strong motivation to work in the Health Sector; the ability to read and write at the level required for degree level study. The above attributes will be assessed through an information session.
AND
Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English or Te Reo Maaori should provide evidence of an overall IEL