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Massey University

Palmerston North , North Island, New Zealand ,New Zealand

Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Secondary)

This Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching reflects the dynamic, complex and responsive nature of learning and teaching and fosters connectedness, courage, curiosity and creativity.

Be part of an innovative programme

The Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching embodies a new vision for the future of teacher education.  You’ll gain from robust, specialised curriculum and teaching knowledge, that is critical for graduates preparing to enter different types of teaching environments. The programme also represents Massey University’s commitment to becoming a Tiriti-led university.

Learn from the best

You’ll work with nationally and internationally esteemed practitioners and researchers. You can expect a teaching and learning environment that will enable you to learn how to contribute positively towards your students and to society.

Study in a highly supportive environment

The programme includes regular contact with the teaching team and mentors. You’ll be supported in your professional and personal journey to becoming a teacher in Aotearoa. You’ll be learning with and alongside a great group of peers in a collaborative learning environment that recognises your and your classmates’ individual strengths. 

Gain professional experience

In addition to regular coursework (face to face and/or distance) you will spend 16 weeks in specialisation-relevant education settings. This is where you’ll develop and refine your professional skills alongside our supportive associate teachers and mentors. You’ll have an opportunity to engage with tamariki, educators and wh?nau in a professional setting where you’ll be able take on increasing elements of the teaching role in preparation for your entry to the profession.

Intakes

  • Jan

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

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

Become a registered and certificated teacher

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching will be eligible to apply for teacher registration and provisional certification with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand. As a provisionally certificated teacher, you’ll be qualified to teach in one of the following settings: New Zealand kindergartens and early childhood; primary; or secondary schools.

Join our successful graduates

Massey University prides itself on the success rate of its graduates in winning jobs as teachers at the conclusion of their initial teacher education programme.

Other opportunities

A career in teaching can open many other doors in education. It is great starting point.

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

Postgraduate academic entrance requirements

Masters, postgraduate diplomas and postgraduate certificates An appropriate undergraduate degree from a recognised tertiary institution is required

  • IELTS- 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
  • TOEFL iBT- 90 overall (min 20 in Writing)
  • PTE Academic- 58 Overall (min 50 in communicative skills)