Graduate Diploma in Teaching
University of Waikato
Subject area
Teacher Education: General (Pre-Service)
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching (GradDipTchg) prepares graduates to be capable, independent and ethical beginning teachers in either the early childhood, primary or secondary sectors. The programmes prepare them to understand the principles and structure of Te Whariki and/or the New Zealand Curriculum and have a knowledge base relevant to the sector and subjects where they will teach, and the skills to adapt to an ever-evolving educational climate. The GradDipTchg enables graduates to be certificated as a teacher in New Zealand through the Teaching Council Aotearoa New Zealand.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Bachelors degree or equivalent and to have met the Teaching Council s selection criteria for Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programme.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
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Student fees
(what you pay)
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N/A | N/A |
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Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
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N/A | N/A |
| Total | N/A | N/A |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $52,413 |
| Earnings range | $43,614 - $56,549 |
| In employment | 85% |
| In further study | 10% |
| On a benefit | 1% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Rotary Club of Te Awamutu Centennial Scholarship
Provided by:
University of Waikato - Scholarships Office
Website:
http://www.waikato.ac.nz/research/scholarships/
Value:
$3,000.
Step Higher Award
Provided by:
University of Waikato - Scholarships Office
Website:
http://www.waikato.ac.nz/research/scholarships/
Value:
Total value of each award offered shall be to a maximum of $3,750.
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 924 528
Phone: (07) 838 4448
Fax: (07) 838 4253
Email: recruitment@waikato.ac.nz
Web: http://www.waikato.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.