Teaching
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
Gain the skills and cultural competence to teach in primary and intermediate schools, with a focus on Māori and Pasifika teaching methods, through this hands-on Bachelor of Education degree.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
MIT Ōtara, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years

Graduates gain provisional qualification to teach in NZ schools (years 0-8) and can apply for provisional practicing certification with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Ability to implement and integrate Māori and Pacific teaching methods and worldviews into primary education settings.

The Bachelor of Education (Primary, Pasifika) at Manukau Institute of Technology prepares students for a career as a qualified primary or intermediate teacher (years 0-8) in New Zealand. The programme emphasizes hands-on experience in real classrooms and extensive practicum, as well as developing students' cultural competencies to teach in diverse and multicultural environments, particularly with Māori and Pasifika worldviews. Graduates will be culturally intelligent educators, ready to apply theory and practice to make a positive impact in schools across the country.
What you need to know first

Education
Primary and Intermediate Teaching

Primary school teacher
Intermediate teacher
Principal
SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
Teaching
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
Gain the skills and cultural competence to teach in primary and intermediate schools, with a focus on Māori and Pasifika teaching methods, through this hands-on Bachelor of Education degree.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
MIT Ōtara, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years

Graduates gain provisional qualification to teach in NZ schools (years 0-8) and can apply for provisional practicing certification with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Ability to implement and integrate Māori and Pacific teaching methods and worldviews into primary education settings.

The Bachelor of Education (Primary, Pasifika) at Manukau Institute of Technology prepares students for a career as a qualified primary or intermediate teacher (years 0-8) in New Zealand. The programme emphasizes hands-on experience in real classrooms and extensive practicum, as well as developing students' cultural competencies to teach in diverse and multicultural environments, particularly with Māori and Pasifika worldviews. Graduates will be culturally intelligent educators, ready to apply theory and practice to make a positive impact in schools across the country.
What you need to know first

Education
Primary and Intermediate Teaching

Primary school teacher
Intermediate teacher
Principal
SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
Extensive training in real classroom environments through block practicums and school-based placements.
Minimum age 18 at programme start
English language competency (per Teaching Council requirements)
Meet requirements of Children’s Act 2014 (police vetting, referee reports, interview)
Satisfy minimum diagnostic literacy and numeracy assessments
Hold NZ University Entrance or recognised equivalent (under 20s) OR evidence of tertiary readiness
Health and criminal declarations
Ability to attend teaching practicum at specified times and places
Team leader
Careers adviser
Child psychotherapist
Counsellor
Family support worker
Health play specialist
Museum education officer
Play therapist
Private tutor
Youth worker
Extensive training in real classroom environments through block practicums and school-based placements.
Minimum age 18 at programme start
English language competency (per Teaching Council requirements)
Meet requirements of Children’s Act 2014 (police vetting, referee reports, interview)
Satisfy minimum diagnostic literacy and numeracy assessments
Hold NZ University Entrance or recognised equivalent (under 20s) OR evidence of tertiary readiness
Health and criminal declarations
Ability to attend teaching practicum at specified times and places
Team leader
Careers adviser
Child psychotherapist
Counsellor
Family support worker
Health play specialist
Museum education officer
Play therapist
Private tutor
Youth worker