New Zealand Diploma in Performing Arts (Māori and Pacific Dance) (Level 6)

Note: As a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, UCOL Te Pūkenga is committed to providing the best learning outcome for you. As part of this, all programmes are currently being reviewed to make them portable, consistent, and closely aligned with the needs of the industry. When published, this course information is correct, but the courses offered may change over time. If you have any questions call an Enrolment Advisor on 0800 468 265.

From 2023, UCOL Te Pūkenga and the programme you have enrolled in will become part of Te Pūkenga. So, if you join UCOL Te Pūkenga in 2023, you will be awarded Te Pūkenga certification. And, if you are a current learner graduating in 2023, you will be awarded a co-branded certificate.

This programme consists of 240 Credits. The courses include;

Performance 1A (15 Credits)
Learners will integrate their technical and artistic skills in a selected performance genre and develop sound rehearsal practice to present in-house performances. After this course, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate consistent rehearsal etiquette and commitment to the ensemble.
  
• Collaborate with other performers and contribute to the development of a production.
  
• Interpret staging requirements.
  
• Perform with skill and artistry.
  
• Review live and/or filmed performances in a selected genre.
  
• Reflect on own performance and progression of learning.

• Demonstrate professional rehearsal etiquette.
  
• Collaborate with other performers to perform creative ensemble work.
  
• Perform with skill and artistry in public performances.
  
• Reflect on own performance and progression of learning.

• Identify the main features of anatomy and physiology and their functions.
  
• Demonstrate understanding of the integration of muscle groups.
  
• Use correct stretch techniques.
  
• Demonstrate a consistent level of strength and fitness.
  
• Discuss principles of good nutrition and plan a diet to support the lifestyle of a physical performer.
  
• Take responsibility for personal planning and time management.

• Identify and present a review of personal artistic/creative influences.
  
• Research and discuss examples of the impact of social and cultural contexts within their selected performing arts genre.
  
• Discuss Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tikanga Māori in the cultural context of performing arts.
  
• Analyse characteristics of your chosen performing arts industry area.

• Demonstrate fundamental techniques of Māori performing arts.
  
• Discuss history, language and culture as related to Māori performing arts.
  
• Apply relevant tikanga in a Māori performing arts context.

• Demonstrate Cook Islands dance techniques.
  
• Perform Cook Islands repertoire.
  
• Discuss aspects of the geography, history, customs, protocols, and language of the Cook Islands.

• Discuss the role, purpose, and history of traditional dance in Samoan culture.
  
• Apply the fundamental techniques of Samoa performing arts.
  
• Demonstrate Samoan language skills within the context of Samoa performing arts.

• Develop contemporary repertoire.
  
• Apply movement skills and techniques pertinent to New Zealand contemporary dance.
  
• Apply choreographic skills.
  
• Devise a basic solo work.

• Demonstrate consistent rehearsal etiquette and commitment to ensemble.
  
• Collaborate professionally with other performers.
  
• Contribute to the development of a production.
  
• Perform with advanced skill and artistry.
  
• Analyse and critique live and/or filmed performances in a selected genre.
  
• Reflect on own performance and progress.

• Demonstrate professional rehearsal etiquette.
  
• Collaborate professionally with other performers to perform creative ensemble work.
  
• Perform with advanced skill and artistry in public productions.
  
• Reflect on own performance and progression of learning.

• Demonstrate strength and fitness.
  
• Develop a personal plan to manage injury prevention and maintenance.
  
• Prepare and execute repertoire for audition.
  
• Prepare a personal Curriculum Vitae.
  
• Prepare a career plan.

• Discuss the concept of professional, ethical practice in creative contexts.
  
• Discuss the professional requirements associated with a creative arts business or an art project or event.
  
• Apply accounting, budgeting, planning, and marketing skills required for a project or small business.
  
• Develop a proposal for a creative project or event.

• Execute advanced techniques in Māori performing arts.
  
• Choreograph a dance work incorporating traditional and contemporary forms.
  
• Research and discuss historical contexts relating to Māori performing arts.
  
• Demonstrate appropriate tikanga within a Māori performing arts context.

• Demonstrate Cook Islands dance techniques at an advanced level.
  
• Organise and manage the choreographic process, including costume design.
  
• Perform a self-devised solo work.
  Research and discuss historical contexts that influence Cook Islands dance.

• Research and discuss developments in New Zealand contemporary dance.
  
• Choreograph a contemporary dance.
  
• Execute advanced technical skills in contemporary dance.
  
• Perform a self-devised contemporary dance work.
  

NCEA level 2 or equivalent qualification/work experience
AND
evidence of ability based on an audition.

English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL Te Pūkenga is a TOEFL testing centre.

In addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international learner applicants.

English language proficiency
International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL Te Pūkenga is a TOEFL testing centre.

Under 20 years of age
In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.

Recognition of prior learning
Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning, including Cross Credit, Credit Transfer and Assessment of Prior Learning may be made on the Recognition of Prior Learning Form where a student believes all learning outcomes for a course have already been met. Applications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the UCOL Te Pūkenga Academic Statute and other relavant policies and procedures.

Application checklist
It will make the process easier if you prepare the following before you apply:

• National Student Number (NSN) (If you don't have a NSN, you may request one from NZQA, or you can supply a verified copy of your birth certificate, passport or Whakapapa statement.)
• Evidence of your highest level of academic achievement (and evidence of prior learning, if applicable)
• Evidence that you meet the entry requirements of the programme
• Check if you're eligible for additional support or a scholarship. If you're 19 years or younger, you may be eligible to enrol in one of our free Youth Transition programmes.

Note that you will need to provide any verified documents in person, via post or email (not via the online application form).