Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning

PGDipTchgLn

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Duration

1 year full-time

Entry times

January

Pathways

Pathways include:

  • Master of Arts (Thesis)
  • Master of Education
  • Master of Teaching and Learning
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Duration

1 year full-time

Entry times

January

Pathways

Pathways include:

  • Master of Arts (Thesis)
  • Master of Education
  • Master of Teaching and Learning
Apply Now Got a Question? Check your eligibility

Download Brochure

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Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (PGDipTchgLn) combines research-informed knowledge and critical inquiry with practice-based experiences in schools to prepare you for a career in teaching. Teaching is a positive and varied career for people who are energetic, creative, enjoy working with people, and who are committed to making a positive difference for children and youth.

You will have the opportunity to gain knowledge of teaching, learners and curriculum, engage in professional practice in schools, and become part of the teaching profession in Aotearoa New Zealand. Also, you will hone skills such as communication, critical thinking, planning and design for learning, and develop bicultural competence and culturally responsive practice so that you go on to become an attentive and adaptable educator who meets the needs and aspirations of all learners.

The Postgraduate Diploma is endorsed in either Primary or Secondary Education. Both endorsements are internationally recognised professional qualifications, leading to teaching opportunities globally. You will meet Matatū Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand teaching standards and will be eligible to apply for registration and certification with the Teaching Council as a school teacher.

Contact us

See more information about our Initial Teacher Education programmes.

For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning.

For study planning help, contact our Student Advisor team.

For more information on facilities, resources, and staff, see Te Kaupeka Ako | Faculty of Education.

For more general information, email info@canterbury.ac.nz or freephone 0800 VARSITY (827 748).