Programme details

Bachelor of Teaching and Learning

The Bachelor of Teaching and Learning equips individuals for a professional career in teaching within early childhood education (whare kōhungahunga) or primary school environments (kura tuatahi)

Course description

If you draw inspiration from your environment and desire to effectuate a positive change in the lives of youth, pursuing a career in education might be suitable for you. Teaching is a profoundly rewarding profession that allows you to make a tangible difference in the lives of children while introducing them to the joys of learning.

Specialisations

Early Childhood
Primary
Mātauranga Māori

Occupational Registration

Certain occupations require registration by law in New Zealand. This programme leads to registration with New Zealand Teaching Council.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Graduates can pursue careers in teaching and management roles across various educational settings, including early childhood centers, kura, primary schools, intermediate schools, middle schools, Māori medium institutions, and area schools.

Entry requirements

To enroll at the University of Canterbury, it is necessary to have University Entrance or an equivalent qualification.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)

Credits
360

Duration
3 years

Intakes

Feb

International fees
About $32,830 per 120 points

Location

Qualification Type

Study level