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Teaching and Learning

University of Otago
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Tuition AUD 24,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 5,600 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Dunedin City, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Teaching and Learning at University of Otago is a Master programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Teaching and Learning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 24,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 5,600 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Dunedin, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Teaching and Learning programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Evidence-based Inquiry (Primary)
  2. Extended Evidence-based Inquiry (Primary)
  3. Pedagogy
  4. Content Mastery/
  5. Competence Tests
  6. Information and Communication Technologies Competency Test
  7. Literacy Competence Test
  8. Mathematics Competency Test (Primary)

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities), on the advice of the Dean, College of Education, who must be satisfied that, in accordance with Section 224 of the Education Act 1989, the applicant satisfies the requirements for admission to an initial teacher education programme.
  • Every applicant must have:
  • a degree (at Level 7 or above on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework) with an average grade of at least B+ in the final year major subject requirements for a bachelor’s degree (requiring papers worth at least 360 points) or in the course components for a postgraduate qualification; or,

    • English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 24,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 5,600 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: AUD 24,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 5,600 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 7.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact University of Otago directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

    About University of Otago

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    University of Otago

    Dunedin City, New Zealand

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    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months
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