Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDipEd)
Education studies
A course by
University of Auckland
An advanced postgraduate programme in education designed to develop professional knowledge and skills through applied study and specialist pathways, preparing graduates for leadership roles and further study.
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Core skills this course teaches
Investigate applied areas of education
Develop advanced understanding by studying key areas including learning and teaching, Māori education, literacy education, mentoring, research, and evaluation.
Specialise in an area of education
Choose to specialise in Inclusive Education, Early Childhood or Literacy Education, enhancing capabilities relevant to your professional context.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDipEd) at the University of Auckland develops advanced skills in education and professional practice. The flexible structure allows students to pursue applied areas such as learning and teaching, Māori education, literacy education, mentoring, research, and evaluation. Students can choose a general diploma or specialise in Literacy Education, Inclusive Education, or Early Childhood. Graduates may advance their careers with higher salary status and study towards a masters degree.
Course Content
- Advanced educational theory and professional practice
- Applied areas: learning & teaching, Māori education, literacy, mentoring, research, evaluation
- Inclusive Education specialisation: inclusive practice for diverse learners, research skills, planning & leadership
- Early Childhood specialisation: leadership, child development, pedagogy, global understandings of childhood, opportunity to complete a thesis
- Literacy Education specialisation: literacy theory and practice, media literacy, leadership for equity, language analysis, research methodologies, leading literacy inquiries
Entry Requirements
Entry requires an undergraduate degree in education or another approved undergraduate degree and significant professional experience in education-related settings.
Build towards these roles
Early childhood education teacherEducation sector leaderHuman resources practitionerLiteracy teacherPrivate teacher/tutorReading recovery tutorTrainer in organisationsCommunities of Learning (CoLs) leader
