Te Kaupeka Ako | Faculty of Education is a centre of excellence, leadership, and innovation with a reputation for preparing and supporting educational leaders, high-quality teachers, counsellors and other education professionals. We equip our graduates to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults, and their communities. Our staff are leaders in their fields and our graduates are sought after nationally and internationally.
Many of our qualifications can lead to careers on the Green List, offering a faster pathway to New Zealand residency.
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Master of Education
20 March 2026
Examine practice and critical issues in education at master’s level.
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Master of Education
Examine practice and critical issues in education at master’s level.
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Master of Education
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Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
24 March 2026
A qualification preparing English language educators for a wide variety of settings.
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Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
A qualification preparing English language educators for a wide variety of settings.
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Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
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Master of Teaching and Learning
24 March 2026
Carry out practical study and research towards becoming a primary or secondary teacher.
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Master of Teaching and Learning
Carry out practical study and research towards becoming a primary or secondary teacher.
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Master of Teaching and Learning
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Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
20 March 2026
Prepare for a career in teaching through professional placements and critical enquiry.
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Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
Prepare for a career in teaching through professional placements and critical enquiry.
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Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
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Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
20 March 2026
Learn about teaching, learners, and the curriculum in this one-year graduate diploma.
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Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
Learn about teaching, learners, and the curriculum in this one-year graduate diploma.
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Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
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Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood)
08 December 2025
Make a difference in young children’s lives as a registered early childhood teacher.
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Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood)
Make a difference in young children’s lives as a registered early childhood teacher.
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Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood)
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Doctor of Philosophy
24 March 2026
Conduct extensive, sustained, original research in your chosen subject.
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Doctor of Philosophy
Conduct extensive, sustained, original research in your chosen subject.
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Doctor of Philosophy
Information for international students
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International
30 April 2026
Information for international students, agents or university partners already studying or working with us, or looking to in the future.
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International
Information for international students, agents or university partners already studying or working with us, or looking to in the future.
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International
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Why UC?
17 March 2026
UC is proud to have been serving our communities for over 150 years. We have 60 international partner universities, over 3,000 employer connections, and up to 75 senior international academics visiting each year. Find out more about what's special about UC, including notable alumni like Ernest Rutherford.
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Why UC?
UC is proud to have been serving our communities for over 150 years. We have 60 international partner universities, over 3,000 employer connections, and up to 75 senior international academics visiting each year. Find out more about what's special about UC, including notable alumni like Ernest Rutherford.
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Why UC?
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Our campus and environment
10 March 2025
UC's secure, accessible campus has all the facilities you need to thrive. It is easy to get around without a car, and there is paid parking if you need it.
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Our campus and environment
UC's secure, accessible campus has all the facilities you need to thrive. It is easy to get around without a car, and there is paid parking if you need it.
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Our campus and environment
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Scholarships for international students
31 March 2026
UC offers a range of scholarships for international students at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Whether you're already in New Zealand or overseas, there are several scholarships available.
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Scholarships for international students
UC offers a range of scholarships for international students at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Whether you're already in New Zealand or overseas, there are several scholarships available.
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Scholarships for international students
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Getting started for international students
30 April 2026
UC is a prestigious, progressive university in one of the safest, most resilient cities in the world. With over a hundred nationalities on campus and over half of our academic staff born overseas, our world-class institution is one of the most international universities in New Zealand.
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Getting started for international students
UC is a prestigious, progressive university in one of the safest, most resilient cities in the world. With over a hundred nationalities on campus and over half of our academic staff born overseas, our world-class institution is one of the most international universities in New Zealand.
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Getting started for international students
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Study Abroad and Exchange
31 July 2025
From studying overseas to language, cultural, and global exchanges, UC offers several study opportunities for students. Find out more.
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Study Abroad and Exchange
From studying overseas to language, cultural, and global exchanges, UC offers several study opportunities for students. Find out more.
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Study Abroad and Exchange
