Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE)
Education studies
A course by
Otago University
A two-year part-time postgraduate programme that builds on the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, focusing on advanced study in higher education theory, practice, and research, available via distance learning.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Dunedin, Dunedin
It will take a total of 2 years
Core skills this course teaches
Develop critical reflection skills
Enhance the ability to critically reflect on practices and issues in higher education.
Apply learning theory in higher education contexts
Learn to evaluate and apply learning and teaching theories to tertiary education settings.
Conduct research in higher education
Gain research skills suitable for investigating teaching, learning, and policy in higher education.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE) is designed for graduates and tertiary practitioners seeking advanced knowledge and research skills in higher education. The part-time programme comprises four 30-point papers over a minimum of two years, with options for specialisation in Clinical Education or Educational Technology. It further develops critical reflection, learning theory, educational research, and advanced topics, preparing students for leadership roles in tertiary education.
Course Content
- Critical Reflection on Higher Education
- Learning Theory and Practice in Higher Education
- Research in Higher Education
- Advanced Topics in Higher Education (or approved 400-level alternative)
- Specialist endorsement options in Clinical Education or Educational Technology
What you need to know first
Applicant must be a graduate
Normally engaged in tertiary teaching, or in clinical teaching at tertiary level (for endorsed diplomas)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Higher Education
Tertiary Teaching
Educational Research
Future employment opportunities might be
Tertiary educator
Academic developer
Education advisor or manager in higher education