Programme details

Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning

The Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning at UC offers a valuable opportunity to explore the intricacies of teaching, the characteristics of learners, and the structure of the curriculum.

Course description

A career in teaching is suited for individuals who possess energy, creativity, a passion for working with others, and a dedication to positively impacting the lives of children and young people. The Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning provides an excellent opportunity to acquire knowledge about teaching methodologies, learner engagement, and curriculum development.

It also allows for practical experience in educational settings, facilitating entry into the teaching profession in Aotearoa New Zealand. Through this program, you will refine essential skills such as effective communication, critical analysis, and instructional planning, while also fostering bicultural competence, ultimately preparing you to be a responsive and versatile educator who addresses the diverse needs and aspirations of all students.

Specialisations

Primary Education

Secondary Education

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

You will acquire transferable skills such as management, communication, accountability, and organizational abilities. Graduates have secured roles across various educational levels in Aotearoa.

They meet the requirements set forth by Matatū Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand for graduating teachers’ standards and are qualified to apply for teacher registration in Aotearoa.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the GradDipTchgLn, applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree from Aotearoa New Zealand or an equivalent qualification.

Individuals who have relevant knowledge and current professional experience in technology and/or te reo Māori may qualify for the Secondary Education endorsement through the Alternate Entry Pathway, even if they do not hold a bachelor’s degree. A specific application process is in place to evaluate their eligibility.

For those seeking entry into the Secondary Education endorsement, it is necessary to have a foundational knowledge from prior studies in a subject pertinent to the secondary school curriculum, such as te reo Māori, English, mathematics, chemistry, or history. Candidates wishing to pursue the Primary endorsement must provide evidence of their mathematical proficiency.

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)