Semester 1

Explore the early history of Māori and European in Te Wai Pounamu: and it’s conflicts Ngāi T ahu,
Māori society, explorers, traders and settlers. Consider different perspectives from participants in an event from this period: the Harriet ship wreck of 1834 or the Wairau Incident of 1843.
Topics
• Maori society in Te Wai Pounamu before 1800
• Maori, explorers, whalers, traders and settlers in Te Wai Pounamu 1770-1840
• Conflict: The Harriet Shipwreck or the Wairau Incident: perspectives

Semester 2

Explore the long p eriod of conflict and war in New Zealand from 1845 to 1869. Consider the warring sides, the motives, the battles and the outcomes. Investigate one conflict in detail and write a report on your findings.
Topics
• Overview of the New Zealand Wars
• The Northern War 1845-6 in detail: research
• Investigation of one of the wars: causes and consequences