Summary
- The University of Auckland is introducing a new compulsory course for first-year students called Waipapa Taumata Rau.
- The course will cover knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi, New Zealand history, and skills like critical thinking and academic writing.
- Despite criticism from the ACT Party, the university believes this course will benefit students in preparing them for university and work life.
- The course will be rolled out officially in 2025 after a pilot phase this year.