Teaching
A course by
Otago University
A three-year undergraduate degree preparing students to become qualified teachers in Early Childhood, Primary, or Bicultural Primary Education, with a blend of educational theory, curriculum knowledge, and supervised teaching experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 years

Graduates will be eligible to apply for teacher registration and provisional certification in New Zealand, allowing them to teach in Early Childhood, Primary, or Bicultural settings.

Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of educational theories, curriculum frameworks and teaching methodologies relevant to the New Zealand education system.

The Bachelor of Teaching (BTchg) is a three-year undergraduate degree designed for those seeking to become outstanding teachers in New Zealand's education system. Through this programme, students gain comprehensive knowledge of educational theory and curriculum, coupled with extensive professional teaching experience. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to apply for teacher registration and provisional certification in New Zealand. The degree offers endorsements in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, and Te Pōkai Mātauranga o te Ao Rua (Primary Bicultural Education - Invercargill campus only). The programme features a student-centred approach, innovative teaching methods, and requires a minimum of 120 days of supervised professional experience.
What you need to know first
Admission subject to approval and minimum requirements as per professional body standards

Education
Early Childhood Education
Primary Education

Early Childhood Teacher
Primary School Teacher
Bicultural Education Teacher
Teaching
A course by
Otago University
A three-year undergraduate degree preparing students to become qualified teachers in Early Childhood, Primary, or Bicultural Primary Education, with a blend of educational theory, curriculum knowledge, and supervised teaching experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 years

Graduates will be eligible to apply for teacher registration and provisional certification in New Zealand, allowing them to teach in Early Childhood, Primary, or Bicultural settings.

Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of educational theories, curriculum frameworks and teaching methodologies relevant to the New Zealand education system.

The Bachelor of Teaching (BTchg) is a three-year undergraduate degree designed for those seeking to become outstanding teachers in New Zealand's education system. Through this programme, students gain comprehensive knowledge of educational theory and curriculum, coupled with extensive professional teaching experience. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to apply for teacher registration and provisional certification in New Zealand. The degree offers endorsements in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, and Te Pōkai Mātauranga o te Ao Rua (Primary Bicultural Education - Invercargill campus only). The programme features a student-centred approach, innovative teaching methods, and requires a minimum of 120 days of supervised professional experience.
What you need to know first
Admission subject to approval and minimum requirements as per professional body standards

Education
Early Childhood Education
Primary Education

Early Childhood Teacher
Primary School Teacher
Bicultural Education Teacher
Apply innovative, inclusive and responsive approaches to teaching, with an emphasis on building positive student relationships and supporting diverse learners.
Disposition to teach, proven academic record, literacy and numeracy skills
Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te reo Māori proficiency
Suitability assessed via interview
Education Specialist
Further educational roles with children and young adults
Apply innovative, inclusive and responsive approaches to teaching, with an emphasis on building positive student relationships and supporting diverse learners.
Disposition to teach, proven academic record, literacy and numeracy skills
Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te reo Māori proficiency
Suitability assessed via interview
Education Specialist
Further educational roles with children and young adults