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Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary Technology Education)

Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Subject area

Teacher Education: Secondary (Pre-Service)

Duration

1.5

1.5 Years

Total student fees

$7,403

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (SecondaryTechnologyEducation) is to equip ākonga with a recognised, flexibleand applied teaching qualification in the secondary technology education context. Practical courses connect theory with practice and are strongly aligned with sector needs to ensure work-ready graduates equipped with skills and knowledge required for teaching positions or for further study at postgraduate level.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants must hold a relevant trades qualification at Level 5, 6 or 7 on the NZQCF, or a recognised equivalent, or Applicants who hold a relevant trades qualification at Level 4 may apply for the alternative entry pathway. All applicants applying for the alternative entry pathway must: * Provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate equivalency to Level 5 outcomes or higher, on the NZQCF, in an area that is relevant to teaching technology subjects; and * Undertake and pass an academic literacy reading and writing assessment. In addition, all applicants must be able to demonstrate at least 3 years of work experience over the last 10 years, that is relevant to teaching technology subjects. In addition, they must be able to demonstrate at least 3 years of work experience over the last 10 years, that is relevant to teaching technology subjects. Domestic Language Entry Requirements: All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language competency prior to acceptance to the programme. Evidence of this will be provided by: * New Zealand University Entrance; * Or the current New Zealand Teaching Council Initial Teacher Education requirements...

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

1.5 Years


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$4,935 $7,403
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$8,969 $13,454
Total $13,904 $20,856

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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 N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (04) 913 5300
Fax: (04) 913 5308
Email: customerservices@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Web: http://www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

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.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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