Bachelor of Education (Teaching) - Primary Specialisation

Programme Highlights

• Learn best-practice theories about teaching and learning and how to apply them in a classroom setting.
• Extensive practical experience in schools to give you real-life insight into what teaching is all about.
• An innovative degree with final-year options depending on area of interest.
• Flexible study options including lecture-free days allow you to balance study with work and family commitments.
• TeachNZ scholarships available for teaching in rural areas.

2008 Primary Teaching Programmes (3MB)

What you'll be studying

In the first year you will:

• be introduced to the study of education, the New Zealand curriculum and effective teaching practice
• work alongside experienced teachers during your practical placements to develop your teaching practice
  

In subsequent years, courses include:

• more advanced study of educational theory and practice via tutorials, lectures and group work
• more practical experience within the primary teaching environment
• one course from the General Education schedule allowing you to pursue interests outside of your main area of study (may vary by campus/study mode)
• in the final year of the programme, you will also have the opportunity to study an area of interest by selecting three courses from a range of options.
  

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Choose your career...

You'll be qualified to teach at primary school level from new entrants to Year 8. You will be eligible to apply for provisional teacher registration and to earn a salary at degree level (Q3). It is also possible to apply for some secondary teaching positions.

While most graduates go on to teach in NZ and overseas schools, this quality degree together with the skills you gain in organisation, planning and management can also lead you into other careers such as human resources, training, or educational roles in other organisations.

Interested in further study?

If you want to take your studies further, our programmes can lead you all the way to masters and doctorate level to optimise your career and salary prospects.

Supplementary Information

Supplementary Information Form (Undergraduate awards and Graduate Diplomas in Teaching) (346kB)

* If you already hold a teaching diploma in primary teaching you may be eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Teachers' specialisation. Contact the Faculty of Education for more information.