Are you keen to become a kaiako/teacher in an early childhood setting, a primary or secondary school?

Massey’s Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching provides a pathway.

The programme rests on a tūāpapa that forms our moral and ethical foundation:

He waka eke noa, he whānau aroha noa, he kaupapa puta noa

At the heart of this programme is the right for all to flourish. Te Tiriti o Waitangi is the waka that carries us on our learning and teaching journey. This programme reflects the dynamic, complex and responsive nature of learning and teaching and fosters connectedness, courage, curiosity and creativity. Graduates will have an emergent sense of identity and efficacy to respond with care and aroha in all their interactions.

 

Welcome to our programme!

 

 

What are our graduates saying?

 I have thoroughly enjoyed every paper in this course. I found the lecturers brilliant and distance learning particularly great given my home commitments. I have been singing Massey's praises! I know you in particular have put a huge amount of work into making the course what it is, so thank you for that - I am leaving this course feeling inspired and motivated to be the best teacher I can be. 
 
 
 Having a focus on the treaty. I found this embodied how the tutors taught us - I loved it. To be honest I knew little about the Treaty and how it can be reflected in education before I started the course. I feel I learned so much and feel confident I have a solid understanding as a result of the teaching on this course. I have even taken up doing my own reading to know more as I have found it interesting. Do not lose this aspect on your course!  
 
 
 All the assignments offer robust learning and challenge me as both learner and teacher (offering opportunities for ako). 
 
 
 Thank you for always supporting and believing in me. I hope you know the difference you are making to my learning journey and how much it means to me.  
 
 

 

What are the entry requirements?

This is a selected entry qualification which means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet. You will have:

  • been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree at level 7 of at least 360 credits, or equivalent (you are still able to apply if this qualification is pending)
  • demonstrated competence in literacy and numeracy as set down by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand and the Institute of Education
  • achieved an Academic IELTS score of at least 7.0 with no band less than 7.0 or approved equivalent within the preceding two years, unless you hold New Zealand University Entrance Level 2 literacy credits or higher, or Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand recognised equivalent qualification(s) and/or schooling
  • met the requirements for registrationas set down by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand, in terms of values, disposition and fitness to teach
  • for the secondary endorsement - completed a body of study at New Zealand Qualifications Framework Levels 5 to 7 and/or higher in at least one subject that is relevant for teaching a particular Secondary School subject.

Full details of entry requirements are available on the University's web site.

 

What is the programme structure?

All endorsements have:

  • eighty days (approx 16 weeks) of placement in an early childhood or school setting within your own town or community
  • twenty-three weeks devoted to course-work and assessments on-campus or online
  • two weeks of contact wānanga – with at least one week on campus and the remainder online
  • a pathway is provided to support your te reo Māori learning journey

You will do 30 credits of core courses and 120 credits from your chosen endorsement (Early Childhood, Primary, or Secondary teaching).

Core courses

Course code & title *

Description

263400 Learning and Teaching 1

This course uses a research informed, evidence-based approach to introduce how learning happens in its social, cultural and historical context and what this means for effective teaching for all learners. The multiple factors shaping identity will be introduced, and students will develop awareness of and reflect on diverse perspectives regarding identity.

263401 Learning and Teaching 2

This course uses a research informed, evidence-based approach to examine how learning happens in its social, cultural and historical context and what this means for effective teaching for all learners. The multiple factors shaping identity will be explored, and students will develop awareness of, and critically reflect on, diverse perspectives regarding identity.

* All listed courses are 15 credits

 

Compulsory courses for Early Childhood Education (120 credits)

Course code & title *

Description

265410 Professional Practice 1 (ECE)

This course provides an introduction to professional practice in early childhood education settings in Aotearoa New Zealand, through observation, teaching, critical self-reflection and evaluation of practice.

265411 Professional Practice 2 (ECE)

This course provides further development of professional practice in early childhood education settings in Aotearoa New Zealand, through observation, teaching, critical self-reflection and evaluation of practice.

265412 Curriculum and Pedagogy A (ECE)

This course introduces students to the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in the context of early childhood education settings in Aotearoa New Zealand guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

265413 Curriculum and Pedagogy B (ECE)

This course provides further development with the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in the context of early childhood education settings in Aotearoa New Zealand guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

* All listed courses are 30 credits

 

Compulsory courses for Primary (120 credits)

Course code & title *

Description

278410 Professional Practice 1 (Primary)

This course provides an introduction to professional practice in primary school settings in Aotearoa New Zealand, through observation, teaching, critical self-reflection and evaluation of practice.

278411 Professional Practice 2 (Primary)

This course provides further development of professional practice in primary school settings in Aotearoa New Zealand, through observation, teaching, critical self-reflection and evaluation of practice.

278412 Curriculum and Pedagogy A (Primary)

This course introduces students to the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in the context of primary school settings in Aotearoa New Zealand guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

278413 Curriculum and Pedagogy B (Primary)

This course provides further development of the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in the context of primary school settings in Aotearoa New Zealand guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

* All listed courses are 30 credits

 

Compulsory courses for Secondary (90 credits)

Course code & title *

Description

260410 Professional Practice 1 (Secondary)

This course provides an introduction to professional practice in secondary school settings in Aotearoa New Zealand, through observation, teaching, critical self-reflection and evaluation of practice.

260411 Professional Practice 2 (Secondary)

This course provides further development of professional practice in secondary school settings in Aotearoa New Zealand, through observation, teaching, critical self-reflection and evaluation of practice.

260415 Curriculum and Pedagogy B (Secondary)

This course provides pathways for students to engage with the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in a second learning area within the context of secondary schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. It also examines connections between curriculum areas and explores wider issues pertaining to secondary education guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

* All listed courses are 30 credits

Compulsory course selection for Secondary (choose 30 credits)

Course code & title *

Description

260412 Curriculum and Pedagogy A (Secondary Maths, Science, Technology)

This course engages students with the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in maths or science or technology within the context of secondary schools in Aotearoa New Zealand guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

260413 Curriculum and Pedagogy A (Secondary English, Languages, Social Sciences)

This course engages students with the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in English, or languages or the social sciences within the context of secondary schools in Aotearoa New Zealand guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

260414 Curriculum and Pedagogy A (Secondary Arts, Physical Education & Health)

This course engages students with the theory and practice of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in the arts, or physical education and health within the context of secondary schools in Aotearoa New Zealand guided by commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

* All listed courses are 30 credits

 

 

How long does it take to complete this programme?

You can study fulltime during one extended academic year (late January – mid-November) or part-time across two years. (Note that practicum placement weeks are fulltime Monday to Friday following normal teaching hours in your school or early childhood setting. Contact wānanga also run for a full week.)

If you are studying part-time and need extra time due to unforeseen circumstances, you must finish within three years.

 

Where is this programme available?

All endorsements are offered by distance study. The Primary endorsement is also offered on the Manawatū and Albany campuses.

There are ten days (two five-day weeks) of compulsory contact workshops/wānanga. At least one week must be undertaken on campus. This will include a noho marae experience.

Fulltime students will attend both wānanga. Part-time students will attend Wānanga 1 in their first year and Wānanga 2 in their second year.

This programme is open to international students on campus in New Zealand.

 

Who should you contact?

Programme Coordinators: Judith Donaldson (j.donaldson@massey.ac.nz) 

Early Childhood Endorsement Lead: Karyn Aspden (k.m.aspden@massey.ac.nz)

Primary Endorsement Lead: Maria Dacre (m.dacre@massey.ac.nz)

Secondary Endorsement Lead: Paul Turner (p.d.turner@massey.ac.nz)

 

How do you apply?

Applications for this qualification close on 30 November, for study the following year. 

All documentation needs to be provided prior to the closing date for applications.

There is only one intake at the start of each year, but applications are open throughout the year for future intakes.

To enrol:

  1. Login into the student portal and apply for admission to the programme and endorsement
  2. Select your courses (as above) for the qualification

 

A Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching is a good fit if you:

  • already have a bachelor’s qualification
  • want to be a high-quality and effective teacher
  • value the diversity of heritage, language, identity and culture of all learners, families and whānau.