Overview

Work with academics who are internationally recognised for their leadership research and practice. Develop the skills, knowledge and dispositions to be an effective educational leader with this Educational Leadership programme at the University of Waikato.

The School of Education offers an Associate Teacher Postgraduate Study Award to associate teachers in recognition of their work in supporting the School’s initial teacher education programmes and students.

Educational Leadership Programme highlights:

Develop and enhance leadership skills, knowledge and dispositions to be an effective educational leader
Inquire into personal leadership practice and organisational systems through strength-based inquiry
Examine and apply contextual leadership systems and practices to initiate, support and sustain change and innovation in educational contexts
Understand, critique and contribute to the educational research that is shaping New Zealand's educational policy and develop the required leadership to respond effectively
Locate leadership work in a framework of social justice and seek to make a difference for high-needs students
Enhance leadership networks by contributing to a vibrant professional learning community
Experience flexible delivery (NET/Block course)
Complete the MEdLeadership at a pace that suits you, part-time while you work or full-time over 18 months

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods
Culturally Responsive Methodologies incorporating kaupapa Māori and critical theories

Rangahau Kaupapa Māori - Kaupapa Māori Research

Developing Educational Leadership: Coaching and Mentoring

Educational Leadership: Inquiry in Organisations and Communities
Educational Leadership for Social Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-20 00:00:00
Starting 2024-07-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-07-03 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 alternative credits

120-180

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Educational Leadership View 10 other Masters in Educational Leadership in New Zealand

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Birth certificate, passport and permits
Evidence of citizenship
Evidence of any change of name (if your name is different from that on your birth certificate)
A written statement in support of your application, if applicable
Evidence of any previous tertiary study

Proof that you meet the academic entry requirements (Completed International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum of 24 points)
A recognised bachelors degree with a B/B+ average, and a B/B+ average in a relevant subject if required. Some faculties/schools require an honours degree (to demonstrate research capacity). Where the above requirements are not met, further study in a lower level programme may be required first.

Tuition Fee

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International

34190 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34190 NZD per year during 18 months.
National

7897 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7897 NZD per year during 18 months.

Domestic: $7,897 - $8,508 per year
International: $34,190 (120 pts) or $51,295 (180 pts)

Living costs for Hamilton

1470 - 2020 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Educational Leadership.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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