Overview

The Education - Literacy programme at the University of Auckland provides a comprehensive platform for educators to develop advanced critical skills and leadership capabilities. This postgraduate diploma is specifically designed for those who wish to become expert designers of accelerated learning and critical consumers of contemporary educational research. By engaging with this curriculum, students prepare themselves to address the complexities of modern, diverse learning environments.

Why Education - Literacy at the University of Auckland?

Studying at this institution offers access to specialised expertise in a field essential for societal participation and critical thinking. The University of Auckland provides a curriculum that reflects the increasing diversity of worldviews, languages, and media in the modern world. Students benefit from a programme that is recognised by the Ministry of Education, with specific funding support schemes often available to help teachers enhance their pedagogical content knowledge and literacy understanding.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: NZD 43674 per year
• National fee: NZD 9579 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on building advanced knowledge in literacy theory, language analysis, and leadership. Modules may include:

• Research Methodologies
• Māori and Indigenous Research
• Challenges of Literacy Difficulties
• Leading Literacy Inquiries
• Literacy Theory and Practice
• Language Analysis for Teachers
• Children's Literature in Education
• Media Literacy in Educational Contexts
• Teacher Leadership for Learning Equity

Careers with Education - Literacy

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for senior roles within the education sector and beyond. The advanced nature of the qualification often enables practitioners to qualify for an advanced salary status in teaching positions. Potential career pathways and roles include:

• Literacy teacher
• Reading recovery tutor
• Education sector leader
• Communities of Learning leader
• Private teacher or tutor
• Trainer within professional organisations
• Human resources practitioner

Furthermore, successful completion of this diploma provides a robust foundation for those intending to progress to higher research degrees, such as a Master of Education or a Master of Professional Studies.