Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
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Overview
Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
The Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education at UC is designed for teachers, learning support professionals, those in educational leadership positions and other education professionals who wish to advance their knowledge and skills in relation to inclusion and diversity in education.
Through the study of a wide range of topics including special education, social justice and equity, reading development, dyslexia, and autism, you will learn to critically examine significant issues related to inclusive and culturally responsive education in Aotearoa New Zealand, and how to apply this knowledge to your teaching practice.
Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
- Blend of in-person and online learning.
- Gain in depth knowledge of research into education systems, policies, and inclusive education.
- Develop a critical appreciation of discrimination and structural inequalities in society.
- Learn to effectively address Aotearoa New Zealand's obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi in education contexts.
Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
To be considered for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education, you must have an approved bachelor's degree in Education or a related field of study, with at least a B grade average (or other equivalent qualifications).
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
The PGDipIE consists of 120 points of coursework, including 90 points of compulsory courses. The remaining 30 points is chosen from a list of elective courses, which can either be studied completely online or through a mix of online and in-person study.
Beginning in February or July, the Diploma will take 1 year full-time or up to 3 years part-time to complete.
Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
Compulsory courses
- EDME420 Inclusive and Special Education
- EDME422 Teaching and Learning in Inclusive Settings
- EDME685 Culturally Inclusive Pedagogies: Motivating Diverse Learners
Elective courses
Choose 30 points course from these options:
- EDME694 Research Methods in Education (30 points)
- EDME407 Contemporary Issues in Literacy Education (30 points)
- EDME408 Understanding Emotions in Education, Leadership and Health (30 points)
- EDME417 Enhancing Reading Development in Young Children at Risk (30 points)
- EDME618 Dyslexia: Identification and Intervention (30 points)
- EDME424 Autism Spectrum Disorders (30 points)
- EDME433 Digital and AI pedagogies for enhanced learning (30 points)
- EDME638 Teachers as Leaders (30 points)
- EDME653 Meeting the needs of students with literacy difficulties (30 points)
- EDME659 Advancing Pacific Educational Success (30 points)
- EDME669 Decision Making in Leadership (30 points)
If you are interested in continuing with your postgraduate study, you can apply for entry to the Master of Inclusive Education.
Contact a Student Advisor for further information.
Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
As a graduate of UC’s Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education, you be well-prepared to contribute to the education sector within early childhood centres, schools, tertiary institutions, government and non-government organisations, learning support and educational development roles, or research settings.
The skills developed through this diploma are essential in leadership, policy, and professional development roles.
