Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership
This program is designed to develop the knowledge and skills that aspiring and current educational leaders need to meet the need for high-quality, equitable learning opportunities for all children.
The courses are taught by nationally and internationally respected academic staff whose research has had a considerable impact on New Zealand’s educational policy and practice.
Highlights
- Equips you with skills and knowledge to advance your leadership, career and salary prospects.
- Includes opportunities for workplace projects.
- It can be taken as a stand-alone qualification or as a pathway into the Master of Educational Leadership.
Campus Information
Epsom Campus
The Epsom Campus is the main campus for the Faculty of Education and Social Work and is home to approximately 3500 students.
Intakes
- March
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
This program provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to be an outstanding leader in the education sector.
Jobs related to this program
- Education consultant
- Policy development manager (education)
- Professional development facilitator
- School head of department
- School principal
- School senior leadership team member
- Senior teacher
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Program requirements
You must have completed an undergraduate degree from a recognized university (or similar institution) and a professional qualification in teaching (or similar profession).
Note: If you already hold the same or a substantially similar qualification, you may not be admitted to this program. This includes the Master of Education in Educational Administration, the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Management, and the Master of Educational Management at the University of Auckland.
You will also need at least three years’ practical experience in teaching (or in a related profession) including experience in a formal or informal leadership and/or management role.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
35048 NZD
Annual Cost of Living: 20000 NZD
Application Fee: 100 NZD
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