Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary)

The Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) program from Victoria University of Wellington is a 10-month program focused onThe New Zealand Curriculumwith 16 weeks based in the classroom. International students study this program full time, over 10 months.

You will learn the principles and theories of teaching and learning to support learners of all backgrounds and abilities and to be an agent of change for young people’s education and wellbeing.

Successful graduates will be able to teach in secondary schools throughout New Zealand and elsewhere, and be eligible for provisional teacher certification with theTeaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Key Facts

New Zealand is facing a shortage of secondary teachers, so employment prospects are good for all subjects. In particular, there is high demand for teachers in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Te Reo Māori, and Technology.

With the Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) program from Victoria University of Wellington , you can apply for provisional teacher registration from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand. You’ll also be able to apply for teaching positions in New Zealand and overseas.

If your previous academic qualification is from another country, you may need to have it assessed by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority after you complete the GDipTchg(Secondary). This review might be needed to help decide your salary.

Courses include:

• Professional Practice

• Secondary Learning Design

• Secondary Learning Design - Inclusive Education

• Exploring Teaching Dynamics with a Digital Age Education Focus

• Exploring Teaching Dynamics with a Pacific Learners Focus