Graduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching
A one-year professional graduate diploma designed for degree holders to become qualified secondary school teachers in New Zealand. Includes coursework in curriculum, pedagogy, educational practice and a minimum of 16 weeks of practicum placements.
NZ$9,787
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate effective teaching strategies
Apply a range of research-based teaching approaches in secondary school classrooms and adapt teaching for diverse learners.
Specialise in curriculum subject areas
Teach both junior and senior secondary school subjects, supported by academic coursework in the candidate's undergraduate degree.
About This Course
The Graduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching at AUT prepares graduates who already hold a bachelor's degree for a rewarding career as a secondary school teacher. The programme combines research-based teaching strategies with extensive hands-on practicum placements in real secondary school environments. Students will develop subject-specific teaching expertise as well as broader educational knowledge, and gain eligibility for teacher registration upon successful completion. The course suits those passionate about inspiring young people and making a positive impact on future generations.
Course Content
- Practicum 1 and 2 – supervised secondary school placements
- Curriculum: Design for Learning
- Curriculum: Applied Practice for Secondary Teaching
- Education and Society
- Assessment and Learning
- Professional development (The Emerging Professional A & B)
- Provocations in Educational Thinking
- Mānaakitanga: Responding to Diverse Learning Needs
- Curriculum studies workshops specific to teaching subjects (junior and senior levels)
- Literacy and numeracy assessment preparation
Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s-level degree (or higher) in a relevant subject for secondary teaching
Build towards these roles
Secondary school teacher in New ZealandEligibility to apply for teacher registrationTeaching roles in chosen subject specialisations
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EducationSecondary School Teaching
