Graduate Diploma in Teaching

Entry requirements

• PTE Academic20

Prerequisites

To be eligible to gain entry into this programme, candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree at Level 7 on the NZ Qualifications Framework or a recognised equivalent. All applicants must meet the University of Waikato's admission and English language requirements and complete a selection process. Selection is based on academic achievement, communication skills, personal qualities, relevant experience, performance in a literacy and numeracy assessment, and the availability of professional experience placements in early childhood education (ECE) centres and schools. Please see our Guide to Applying . Meeting the entry requirements and completing the selection process does not guarantee an offer of a place. The number of students we can accept into the programme depends on the availability of professional teaching experience placements. Placement availability is influenced by staffing capacity and workforce needs in early childhood centres, as well as primary and secondary schools. Availability also varies by region, and students must be willing to travel to placement locations. Applicants seeking entry into a secondary teaching programme must demonstrate sufficient depth and breadth of subject or curriculum knowledge relevant to a secondary school teaching subject, typically through study at Levels 5–7 or higher in their entry qualification. When applying, you will need to submit your academic transcript(s). The programme leader or coordinator will discuss suitable programme opti