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Diploma in Education

Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
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Course Overview

The Diploma in Education at Auckland University of Technology is a comprehensive course designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective teachers. The course covers a range of topics, including teaching methods, classroom management, assessment and evaluation, and curriculum design. Students will also gain hands-on experience through practical placements in schools. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to pursue a career in education, both in New Zealand and around the world.

Additional Information

This course is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in education, but do not wish to complete a full undergraduate degree. It is also suitable for those who have already completed an undergraduate degree in a related field and wish to gain additional skills and knowledge in education. The course is delivered part-time, allowing students to continue working while they study.

Leading Educational Institution for Teacher Training

Auckland University of Technology is an excellent choice for individuals pursuing a career in education. The university has a strong reputation for producing highly skilled teachers who are well-prepared to enter the workforce. The course is taught by experienced educators and professionals in the field, providing students with the latest knowledge and trends in teaching and learning. Additionally, the university's location in Auckland provides students with access to a diverse range of cultural and educational opportunities.

Why You Should Study This Course

Gain advanced knowledge and critical analysis skills in the field of education with the one-year Postgraduate Diploma in Education.

Through your studies you develop research skills, and explore different theoretical perspectives to apply across a wide range of contemporary issues and professional contexts in education. The programme caters for professionals from all education sectors and can prepare you for further study in the Master of Education.

General Eligibility

  • Must have completed a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent

  • A CV and Letter of Intent

To enrol in one of the specialisations in the Postgraduate Diploma in Education you must have at least 2 years of relevant professional experience or approval of the programme leader.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

You need a total of 60 points (two courses) to successfully complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Education.

You can either choose one of the Postgraduate Certificate in Education specializations or complete the program without specialization and select the courses that interest you most.

Specializations in the Postgraduate Certificate in Education

  • Education Practice

  • Educational Leadership

  • Higher Education

Or choose two courses from

  • Leading in Diverse Cultures and Communities¹

  • Reflecting on Professional Practice as an Educational Leader¹

  • Organisational Culture and Educational Leadership¹

  • Education Policy and Leadership for the Public Good¹

  • Conceptualisations of Educational Leadership

  • The Inquiring Practitioner

  • Concepts and Constructs in Education

  • Global Impacts on Education Practice in Contemporary Society

  • Individual Directed Study

  • Special Topic in Education I

  • Special Topic in Education II

  • Education Futures

  • Perspectives on Māori and Pacific Education Experiences

  • Education for Sustainability, Participation and Transformation

  • Research-Based Inquiry for Practitioners

  • Contemporary Issues in Education

  • Learning Environments for the 21st Century

  • Digital Pedagogies and the Techno-Literate Teacher

  • Building Mentoring Expertise

  • Steiner Education: Teaching and Learning through Imagination in a Digital World

  • Essential Aspects of Steiner Education

  • Scholarly Writing and Publishing: Drawing on Practice

  • Concepts of Educational Research² ³

  • Pacific Education – Issues and Perspectives

  • Who am I as a Higher Education Teacher?¹

  • Focusing a Critical Lens on Curriculum in Higher Education¹

  • Higher Education Assessment and Evaluation¹

  • The University: Past, Present and Future

  • Kaupapa Māori Approaches

  • Innovations in Early Childhood Education

  • Leadership and Collegial Practice in Higher Education¹

  • Educational Research in Context³

1. Relevant professional experience is necessary to take this course. Programme leader approval required.

2. Students enrolled in specialty courses may substitute another course from the table for this course.

3. If you're planning to go on to the Master of Education you must complete the courses.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and all other bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

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