Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Learning (PGCertEdLn)
Teaching
A course by
Otago University
A flexible, distance-taught, one-year part-time postgraduate certificate for teachers who want to advance their critical knowledge and professional skills in education and learning while continuing their teaching roles.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Enhance knowledge of teaching and learning
Develop advanced understanding of issues relevant to teaching and learning in New Zealand's educational context.
Advance professional practice
Strengthen individual teaching practices with critical, research-informed approaches.
Specialise in key areas of education
Gain advanced skills in areas such as curriculum, early childhood education, digital technologies, leadership, and teacher education.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Learning (PGCertEdLn) at the University of Otago is designed to support the professional growth of teachers in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors. The programme is notable for its flexible delivery, enabling teachers to further develop their knowledge of teaching and learning, including their own practices, through distance learning that accommodates busy schedules. Students may choose endorsements such as Curriculum, Digital Technologies, Early Childhood Education, Leadership, or Studies in Teacher Education, and the course can be completed part-time over one year (must finish within three years of admission).
Course Content
- Critical knowledge and understanding of issues in teaching and learning in New Zealand
- Professional development in teaching practice
- Use of digital technologies in education
- Curriculum studies
- Leadership in educational settings
- Early childhood education approaches
- Studies in teacher education
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a B average
Registered as a teacher in New Zealand or have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities)
Experience of or currently working in a relevant field of education
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education and Training
Future employment opportunities might be
Enhanced career opportunities in teaching at different education levels
Promotion to leadership roles in educational settings
Specialist roles in curriculum, digital learning, or early childhood education