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2022 Education Ako Bachelor of Sport Coaching Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Primary) Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary) Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Primary, Secondary) Master of Teaching and Learning (Primary, Secondary)
9 WAYS TO
BE A KAIAKO
TEACHER
pathways into Early Childhood,
Primary, and Secondary
Teaching are available
Ngā Kai o Roto | Contents
Front cover: In the design Makaurangi, a fingerprint,
the three elements are representative of Ngā Kete o te
Wānanga, the three baskets of knowledge, with the lines
and koru a symbol of mana and mana whenua. This
design originates from traditional whakairo (carving)
and kōwhaiwhai designs which can often be seen on the
rafters inside wharenui (meeting house).
Why study at UC? Plan your degree Subjects
1 Welcome to Education 12 Bachelor of Sport Coaching 25 Subjects
2 Study Education at UC 13 Bachelor of Teaching and Learning
4 Bicultural competence and confidence (Early Childhood)
5 Community responsiveness 14 Bachelor of Teaching and
Learning (Primary)
More information
6 Leadership focus
15 Bachelor of Youth and 36 Frequently asked questions
7 A modern learning environment
Community Leadership 37 Contact us
8 Teach who you are
16 Certificates and Diplomas
9 Practice-based learning
18 Graduate Diploma in Teaching and
10 Keep ahead of 21st century learning Learning (Early Childhood) Published Mei | May 2021. Information may be out of date
at the time of print. Please check the website.
11 See the whole child 19 Graduate Diploma in Teaching and The University’s official regulations are at
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
Learning (Primary or Secondary)
21 Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Rainbow Diversity Support
and Learning (Primary or Secondary)
Front cover: In the design Makaurangi, a fingerprint, 23 Master of Teaching and Learning
the three elements are representative of Ngā Kete o te
Wānanga, the three baskets of knowledge, with the lines (Primary or Secondary)
and koru a symbol of mana and mana whenua. This
design originates from traditional whakairo (carving)
and kōwhaiwhai designs which can often be seen on the UC is proud to partner with Ngāi Tūāhuriri and Ngāi Tahu
rafters inside wharenui (meeting house). to uphold the mana and aspirations of mana whenua.
Nau mai ki te Ako.
Welcome to Education at UC.
Kōkiri mai rā e ngā mana At Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora Our new Bachelor of Youth and
puipuiaki, e ngā reo College of Education, Health and Human
Development, we will equip you with the
Community Leadership is an innovative
and unique degree that serves to inspire
tongarerewa ki Te Whare education and skills you need to make a future leaders in our community,
Wānanga o Waitaha. positive difference to the lives of tamariki, providing them with vital building blocks
taiohi, and pakeke — children, youth, to champion change in a changing world.
E tau mai nei ki Te Rāngai and adults — and to the communities in This degree builds on UC’s international
which they live. Our graduates are sought reputation for social action to educate
Ako me te Hauora! after nationally and internationally and graduates who are more socially, ethically,
have a very high rate of employment. and culturally aware.
Our initial teacher education We’re here to support you as you start
programmes are both for those studying your lifelong learning journey as an
for the first time and those who already educator and community leader.
have a degree and wish to undertake a
one-year programme of study to become
a certificated teacher. They include a
strong focus on practice-focused learning
through both community and school
placements. These learning experiences Professor Letitia Fickel
are both rewarding and challenging, Amorangi Taupua | Pro-Vice-Chancellor,
and support you in developing you Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of
capabilities and practices as an excellent Education, Health and Human Development
and adaptive teacher in the classroom.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 1
1,100+
ĀKONGA
STUDENTS
studying Teaching
programmes in 2021∆`
Study Education Leadership focus
at UC
Learn from educational
researchers who are leading
their fields nationally and
internationally. See how theory is
There are many exciting and rewarding careers translated into practice (page 6).
in education that need well-educated and skilled
practitioners. We will equip you to make a positive
difference to the lives of tamariki (children) and Rehua, a modern
pakeke (adults), and their communities. purpose-built
learning environment
In Ngāi Tahu narratives, Rehua is
Bicultural competence Community
the brightest whetū (star), and
and confidence responsiveness heralds the beginning of raumati
Biculturalism is woven into your You get the opportunity to (summer). Come and learn in the
studies at UC Education. By the combine community service with new home for education, health
end of the programme, you will academic learning; UC Education sciences, entrepreneurship, and
have the cultural competence and provides many ways to engage executive development. Take
confidence to live and work in with the community, including advantage of flexible learning
bicultural Aotearoa New Zealand, volunteering at events, practical facilities equipped with the latest
as well as a multicultural world placements, and community technology (page 7).
(page 4). service (page 5).
2 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website.
Teach who you are
The best way to teach is to
elevate your personal style by
being challenged with questions,
scenarios, and problems (page 8).
Practice-based
learning
Real classroom experience forms
a vital part of your learning at
UC Education — it’s your
playground, where you put
into practice all the skills and
strategies we teach you (page 9).
Keep ahead of 21st
century learning
You’ll be placed in groups so that
everyone can share knowledge,
and your individual talents can
shine. Plus, the latest technology
allows you to learn many of our
offerings even if you aren’t based
on campus (page 10).
See the whole child
To become a better teacher with
UC Education, we’ll connect you
with the wider community, so
you get a better understanding
of how diverse children and their
families are (page 11).
Gemma
Ngāti Tahu
Studying towards a Bachelor of
Teaching and Learning (Primary)
www.canterbury.ac.nz 3
Professor Macfarlane
Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora
College of Education,
Health and Human
Development has been training
teaching and educational
professionals for over
135 YEARS
Kay-Lee (centre)
‘A lot is being done around
Bicultural competence
biculturalism, particularly
within the School of Teacher
and confidence
Education. It’s hugely
important for our teacher
trainees to develop a bicultural
understanding because they’ll
be the ones out there working
Understanding and incorporating cultural identity is alongside our next generation.
essential to your learning success.
The College teaches te reo
Māori, and tikanga Māori
He awa whiria, haehae moana Tūhono ki te ao
(Māori language, protocols,
braided rivers globally connected
values, and culture) and
Bicultural competency is not simply a goal Come to Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | UC
encourages teacher trainees
at UC Education — it’s why we are a leading College of Education, Health and Human
educational institution. We weave together Development and you will have the opportunity to grow a heart for te ao Māori
western science and te ao Māori approaches to place your understanding of biculturalism (the Māori world).’
to teaching, to create an enhanced approach and diversity into the context of our global
to learning. Combining these two practices is interconnected community.
Kay-Lee
integral into your success as a leader, teacher, Te Aitanga a Māhaki, Ngāti Porou
In recent years, ākonga students have had
and educationalist. Studying towards a Doctor of Education
the opportunity to do professional practice
Kaiwhakaako Matua | Senior Tutor in
‘We recognise the need for cultural competence placements in Rarotonga. Sport Coaching
Te Kura Whakangungu Kaiako | School of
applies to all people, not just tangata whenua. students have interned in Australia, Japan,
Teacher Education
An approach often adopted is He Awa Whiria and Germany. Early Childhood students have
[Haehae Moana]. This refers to braided rivers, taken cultural awareness trips to Samoa, and
where western science and mātauranga Māori Primary students have taken similar trips to
together, are more effective than either on its Japan. Students within Early Childhood and
own.’ — Angus McFarlane (pictured top right), Primary teaching programmes have also done a
Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāti Rangiwewehi, Ahorangi five‑month teaching placement in China. You will
Rangahau Māori | Professor of Māori Research also be able to connect with teacher recruitment
agencies that offer employment overseas.
4 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website.
20
HOURS
of community service
is part of the CHCH 101 course
Nathan
‘I plan to work with at-risk
Community teenagers and young adults,
helping them to find where it is
responsiveness
they fit in the world.
I have been working on my
own project for a number of
years and, with the skills I am
We connect, engage, and respond to the needs of developing at UC, believe it is
our communities. now actually within my reach
and completely achievable.’
Service-based learning You will be part of Principal Days where you’ll Nathan
meet principals from around the country to
Preparing you to be valuable members and Studying towards a Bachelor of Youth and
discuss key career skills, school cultures, and
future leaders of the communities you will Community Leadership
employment. There are regular presentations
work in is a fundamental part of your studies.
from national and international researchers.
International research shows that a mixture
of community service and academic studies is The new Bachelor of Youth and Community
more effective than either alone. Leadership degree empowers you to make
positive and meaningful contributions in your
There are teacher shortages in some rural
community. Both the Bachelor’s degree and
and lower socio-economic locations, so it’s
the Certificate will specifically appeal to iwi
important that skilled and talented teachers
and pasifika youth and other cultural leaders;
are out in all communities. We are strongly
activists aiming to bring about political or
connected with Waitaha Canterbury schools and
social change; humanitarians promoting better
early childhood centres, as well as a variety of
wellbeing; and social entrepreneurs.
other community-focused organisations.
Finally, all UC students are encouraged to take
the CHCH 101 Strengthening Communities
Engaged with the community through Social Innovation course when
There are many ways for you to get involved. possible. Over 1,000 students have
Our Bachelor of Teaching and Learning degrees contributed over 25,000 hours of service to
include a community engagement course. more than 50 community organisations and
There are professional practice placements government agencies.
and internships.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 5
Hilary Dutton, Mahdis Azarmandi,
and Christoph-Teschers
USE YOUR
VOICE
FOR GOOD
Youth participation
creates better citizens
and communities
Dr Christoph Teschers
‘Young people themselves
Leadership focus
provided the inspiration for the
new BYCL degree — initially
through the Student Volunteer
Army (SVA) activities and then
UC Education pūkenga (lecturers) and ahorangi through our CHCH 101 course.
(professors) are leaders in their field. You will be Personal development takes
place through service learning
learning from the best. and community engagement.
National and global leaders It’s one of the reasons why Education at UC is In the corporate environment,
We are leaders in Aotearoa New Zealand-specific
ranked in the top 200 in the world.* leaders are often seen as being
and international research on: at the helm — people appointed
Bachelor of Youth and to a position, whereas in the
• student engagement in learning
Community Leadership (BYCL) BYCL we are focusing on
• education leadership and policy
The BYCL is an exciting new degree, unlike what it means to lead within
• early career learning and development any other degree in Australasia. The degree a community, which often
for teachers will develop professional leadership and means to lead from behind, to
• student and teacher leadership entrepreneurial skills for anyone passionate
about issues such as sustainability, human
lead from within, and to draw
• children’s language and literacy learning
rights, equality, and humanitarian efforts. It will people along instead of making
• culturally responsive practices equip you to be a resilient and agile leader in a sure they follow.’
• inclusivity and equity in education changing world, qualified to lead yourself and
others toward beneficial social change. Not only Christoph Teschers
• e-learning.
that, you will have enormous flexibility to build Senior Lecturer,
a degree that is exactly what you want it to be. Programme Coordinator, BYCL
Theory and practice The Certificate option is available on-campus or
Researchers at UC Education draw from a by distance.
variety of subjects to understand how people
learn. Researchers are also highly experienced
in real‑world teaching and link both practice
and theory together to better teach you how *
QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2020.
to teach.
6 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website.
$79
MILLION
investment on the Rehua
refurbishment
Rehua
‘Rehua is a beautiful new
A modern learning home for the College, right in
the heart of the Ilam campus.
environment
It has been designed with a
variety of informal, formal,
and flexible spaces, utilising
state-of-the art technology
to enable digitally-supported
We completely refurbished Rehua to make UC learning opportunities.
the best place in Aotearoa to become a teacher
or educationalist. This is a huge advantage to
our students studying to
become teacher, as they will
Rehua Purpose-built have first-hand experience
In Ngāi Tahu narratives, Rehua was the son of Rehua is a high-technology, innovative, and in how to maximise
Ranginui (Sky Father) and Papatūānuku (Earth flexible working space where you can learn using benefits from these types of
Mother), and a rangatira (chief) among the stars 21st-century teaching theory and practice.
in the night sky. As well as being the brightest
innovative teaching‑learning
whetū (star), Rehua heralds the beginning
Within Rehua you’ll find:
environments.
of raumati (summer), and is associated with • large flexible learning spaces
wellness, healing, and leadership. • the latest technology They will graduate from UC
The name of our building, Rehua, has been • formal teaching spaces understanding how digital
given by Ngāi Tūāhuriri, the hapū who hold the • social spaces
technologies can be best used
mana whenua for Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha to create ako-centred practices
• meeting and project rooms
University of Canterbury, and is the new home that enhance student learning.’
for Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of • a cultural function space
Education, Health and Human Development. • health clinics Professor Letitia Fickel
This building is the central hub for education, • a ‘makerspace’ Amorangi Taupua | Pro-Vice-Chancellor,
health sciences, entrepreneurship, and executive Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of
• a light-filled atrium Education, Health and Human Development
development, where students from all subjects
are supported in their studies and their • a café.
professional and personal growth.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 7
1–7
WEEKS
spent in schools for
each teaching placement
Casey
‘My teaching philosophy is
Teach who you are
built around my own values
and experiences. Basically, I
don’t see myself as a superior
in the classroom, I see myself
We will help you find the teaching approach that works at the same level as the
best for you and the tamariki you’ll teach. students. My main goal is to
build relationships with them.
Students buy into you a lot
Active learning You will spend time working in a classroom
where you can trial and refine your planning, more when they see you as a
Just teaching established facts is not the UC
teaching and management skills. This means real person.
way. We actively challenge you with questions,
finding the best tools and techniques for you
scenarios, and problems, so that you can learn
to engage with a diverse range of students. Going on our first placement
the way to teach that is right for you. You’ll learn
critical thinking skills and gain experience so
Ultimately, you’ll bring your personality and they said, “This is you, this is
that you will be able to assess a situation and
life experiences to the classroom in your own, your time. Try things.
unique way.
judge which is the correct teaching style for you See what works for you, and
to use. Throughout your teacher training and career what doesn’t.” The opportunity
you’ll promote your students’ social, emotional,
intellectual, and physical development. Teaching
to go on placements allowed
Bringing your experiences to is about having positive interactions with your us to see who we are in a
the classroom students so they develop a lifelong passion for classroom environment.’
You’ll learn about the theory, practice, and knowledge and learning.
management of teaching, including the place
Casey
and role of education, the characteristics of Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa
learners, and the teaching-learning process. Graduate Diploma in Teaching and
You’ll also learn about the curriculum taught in Learning (Secondary)
schools today to prepare you for the profession Kaiako (Teacher), Kaikōura High School
of teaching.
8 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website.Aotearoa needs more male
teachers in early childhood
and primary classrooms
Isaac
‘I’ve been on three placements.
Practice-based
The first time you do it, it’s kind
of scary, but once you get into it
learning
it’s pretty straightforward.
It’s been amazing. The
placements are really helpful
because they allow you to test
You’ll be learning skills and strategies that you can ideas and strategies you’ve
adapt to a wide range of teaching environments. talked about in lectures. You
learn a lot on the job and you
get to craft your own teaching
Diverse learning environments Not only do you learn the skills you’ll need
to succeed, but through these networking style. That’s important because
You will face all sorts of learning environments
opportunities, you might meet your the best way to interact with
throughout your teaching career. We will impart
practical skills and strategies to be able to
future employers. kids is to be yourself.’
effectively deal with these situations. We can
also provide you with ongoing professional In their own words Isaac
development to meet the changing needs of ‘I like to be challenged and I felt these Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Primary)
your classroom. programmes challenged me. I like the structure
of lectures and laboratories, backing up the
Employable and work-ready theory with the practical, and the lecturers
were very approachable when assistance was
As part of your learning experience with
needed. I now look back and feel proud of
UC Education, you will undertake professional
my achievements but I’m still motivated to
practical placements. An associate teacher will
learn more.’ — Chrystie, Bachelor of Science in
mentor you and teach you how to manage a
Psychology, Graduate Diploma in Teaching and
classroom, create resources, and develop lesson
Learning (Secondary), Science Teacher at Villa
plans. Trainee sports coaches do something
Maria College
similar when they are placed with sporting
teams and organisations.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 96
TEACHING
PROGRAMMES
offered by distance study
Georgia
‘With technology, we make
Keep ahead of 21st a point of teaching the
fundamental skills behind
century learning
what kids are learning. It’s
about encouraging innovation,
creativity, and critical
thinking — the life skills that
underpin whatever particular
Use the latest technologies to learn both on campus technology might be in use at
and off. the time.
Modern learning We also have a number of e-resources that The key skill is building
allows you to study some qualifications relationships. If you can
The latest in cognitive research informs our
teaching. We create active learning situations
part‑time or full-time from home. These distance get on with the kids and
where teams create knowledge among people.
programmes include onsite learning intensives nurture relationships with
This means that you can bring your specialist
in Ōtautahi Christchurch, usually twice a year.
them, you can get them
skills to the table to contribute to the wider The Certificate in Youth and Community onboard with what you’re
Leadership, and Certificate in Sport Coaching
learning experience. Learning this way will filter
programmes can also be studied by distance.
teaching. It’s more about
down to your classroom where you can actively
facilitating their learning and
engage the children that you teach. When UC Education moved into Rehua in
2018, the distance student experience was
getting them excited about
Distance learning elevated by the latest technologies. The what they’re doing.’
ability to connect online students in real-time
Living too far away from campus? Too busy Georgia
enables greater synergies between campus
to study full-time? UC Education’s distance and distance students, and the design of the Graduate Diploma in Teaching and
learning allows you to incorporate learning into teaching rooms, high-spec wi-fi, and multiple AV Learning (Secondary)
your busy life. Or you can study the Bachelor screens supports students to work digitally in 2017 TeachNZ Technology Scholarship awardee
of Teaching and Learning (Primary) through a collaborative ways. Teacher, Timaru Girls’ High School
mix of on-campus and distance learning at our
regional locations, Whakatū Nelson and Rotorua.
10 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website.90%
EMPLOYMENT
RATE
for education students*
Gemma
‘It’s really important in
See the whole child teaching to have a relationship
with a child’s whānau. Ideally
you’re forming a partnership
where everyone’s working
To learn how to see the whole child, we engage you together for a child’s best
with the wider community. outcome. It goes beyond
education to their overall
The whole child Previous students have completed their wellbeing. We set up
community service in a variety of organisations environments that stimulate
Children bring their whānau (families) with
across Aotearoa New Zealand, including: all the different domains
them when they enter the classroom. Which is
why we teach you to build a holistic view of an • the Special Olympics of learning, and it’s fun for
individual child, to understand the distinct and • Riding for the Disabled teachers as well!’
complex lives of tamariki and their whānau. We • Ronald McDonald House
will give you tools from diverse subjects such as Gemma
health sciences, languages, and child and family • Hohepa Bachelor of Teaching and Learning
psychology to do so. • IDEA Services (Early Childhood)
• PILLARS.
Learn in the community This is what some students have to say
One of the ways that we help you to connect about volunteering: *
UC Graduate Destination Survey 2019.
with the students you’ll teach, and the whānau ‘It is going really well. Such an amazing
that they come from, is through the new organisation and exactly what I needed to
TEPI 230 Informing Teaching and Learning experience at this point in my study,’
through Community Engagement course. You Jennah, about her volunteering experience at
will undertake 25 hours of community service Stand Services
and engage with people from vastly different
‘I am loving the placement so far. I’m learning
backgrounds to your own.
a lot of new things about both the staff and
This new perspective will allow you to gain a the people I am working with,’ Tracey, about her
better understanding of diversity and reflect on volunteering experience at the Chris Ruth Centre
your own teaching philosophies.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 11Bachelor of Sport Coaching.
BSpC
The Bachelor of Sport Bachelor of Sport Coaching majoring in Physical Education – example degree structure
Coaching (BSpC) is Year 1
SPCO SPCO SPCO SPCO SPCO 100 Level
the only specialist sport
SPCO HLED
101 102 104 105 110 107
126 121 or above
coaching degree in Year 2
Aotearoa. With flexible SPCO 201 or
SPCO 302
SPCO
208
SPCO
209
SPCO
204
SPCO 222
or 226 or 227 EDUC
206
200 Level
or above
100 Level
or above
learning and internships,
or HLED 222
Year 3
this qualification can cater SPCO SPCO2 SPCO SPCO EDUC 200 Level 200 Level
for a variety of students. 320 334 335 336 315 or above or above
Courses required Optional
You will gain key skills employers are looking Core courses
for major1 courses
for — not just in sport and related fields, 1 You must ensure that you complete the required courses for at least one major.
but in everything from communications to 2 SPCO 334 is not offered in 2020. Bachelor of Sport Coaching students that require this course as part of the Physical Education major
should instead enrol in SPCO305: Sociology of Sport.
corporate management — such as leadership, Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more.
accountability, teamwork, motivation, This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to
and psychology. www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
This degree also provides a recognised pathway Subject Major Minor qualification that enables students to develop
for entry to teaching qualifications, in particular their professional coaching skills.
Adventure Sport
physical education and health teaching at •
and Environment
secondary level. You can include additional Further study
teaching subjects (eg, maths or science) through Performance Analysis • •
Physical Education • Graduates can complete a qualification
the optional course spaces in the degree. in one year to become a teacher, coach,
Nutrition •
Entry requirements Sport Science • •
or consultant:
Sports Leadership • Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
The BSpC has an intake in February or July. •
and Management (Primary Education or Secondary Education)
Applicants under 20 years old must have • Master of Sport Science
University Entrance or provide evidence of their Strength and
• • Master of Teaching and Learning
ability to complete tertiary study successfully. Conditioning
Strength and (Primary Education or Secondary Education)
As some of the courses within this programme • Master of Business
Conditioning •
involve working with children, a police check and
with Nutrition • Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
interview will be completed at the beginning of
• Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching
these courses — you will be sent information on Applied learning in context and Learning (Primary Education or
how to complete these at the appropriate time.
The degree has strong practical elements, Secondary Education)
Degree structure including two or three practicums coaching • Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Science.
The BSpC comprises a total of 360 points, teams in the context of your choosing, and a
grouped into three strands: 120-hour internship in a professional sporting Career opportunities
workplace as part of your final year. You can enjoy a varied career in professional
• Pedagogy (the theory and application of
coaching and learning) www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations and community sporting organisations and
management roles, both within and beyond sport.
• Sport and exercise sciences Distance learning option
• Sociology of sport. Past students have interned at Canterbury
Most BSpC courses can be studied on campus Rugby Union, High Performance Sport
All students complete one major within the degree, or online, full-time or part-time. New Zealand, and Sport Canterbury.
and can also choose a second major or a minor.
Certificate options Recent graduates have become strength and
Minors For an entry-level qualification in Sport
conditioning coaches, community sports
coordinators and advisors, performance
Minor subject options are available within this Coaching, the Certificate in Sport Coaching
analysts, sport scientists, as well as teachers,
degree, in Youth and Community Leadership, (CertSpC) is available part-time or over one
police officers, project planners, and managers.
the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, or semester — see page 16.
Bachelor of Science. A minor requires 75 points www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
For those with an undergraduate degree or
of courses, with 45 points above 100-level. relevant post-secondary school study and
work experience, the Graduate Certificate in Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College
Sport Coaching is an online, flexible learning of Education, Health and Human
Development
T: +64 3 369 3333
E: educationadvice@canterbury.ac.nz
12 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website. www.canterbury.ac.nz/healthBachelor of Teaching and Learning
(Early Childhood). BTchLn(EC)
As an early childhood Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) – example degree structure
Year 1
teacher you have the TEDU TEDU TEDU TEPI TEPI TECE TECE TECM
chance to teach infants, 105 110 111 101 105 105 106 101
toddlers, and young Year 2
children, who are most TEDU
201
TEDU
206 205
TEPI TEPI
206
TEPI
230
TEPP
206
TECM
201
TECE
205
open to learning. The Year 3
rapid rate of development TEDU TEDU TEPI TEPI TEPP TEPP TECM
Option
301 305 305 306 305 306 301
in children of this age and
their natural desire to Education Professional
Inquiry
Professional
Practice
Curriculum
Studies
Option
learn makes for a hugely Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more.
gratifying environment. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
The BTchLn(EarlyChildhood) is an internationally
recognised qualification that prepares you for Degree structure Graduate options
a teaching career in different early childhood The BTchLn(EarlyChildhood) requires 360 points If you already hold a degree, the Graduate
settings. The qualification is available to study: as follows: Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early
• on campus in Ōtautahi Christchurch • 105 points from Education courses Childhood) is a pathway to a new career in early
childhood teaching. The diploma can be studied
• by distance study. • 105 points from Professional Inquiry full-time for one year (part-time option also
• 45 points from Professional Practice available) and is offered by distance.
Entry requirements
• 105 points from Curriculum Studies.
Applicants under 20 years old must have
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Career opportunities
University Entrance. Applicants 20 years old or
Successful graduates meet the requirements
over must have University Entrance or provide
evidence of their ability to complete tertiary Distance Options for provisional teacher registration with Matatū
Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand.
study successfully. If you would like to study by distance you will
typically need to attend two on-site intensives A UC degree in Early Childhood teaching means
Selection process per year, one of which is a two week on-site you will be able to join a skilled and collaborative
intensive at the beginning of the programme. teaching profession. Early Childhood graduates
The BTchLn(EarlyChildhood) has one intake each can work in a range of early childhood
February. Selection for entry is based on: This will be held in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
settings including early learning centres,
• academic ability, involvement and interest Courses integrate web-based material,
childcare centres (public and private), and
in working with children, community audiovisual resources, video conferences, and
government agencies.
involvement, communication skills, and other email. Students will undertake a community
engagement course, as well as attend Many graduates have gone on to own and
personal qualities operate their own early childhood businesses.
professional practice placements in early
• a police check, referees' reports, and childhood education centres for up to ten weeks Teaching skills of management, communication,
an interview per year. coordination, responsibility, and organisation
• a short literacy and numeracy test. are prized in many professions such as
Students for whom English is an additional How to apply management, policy and advocacy, publishing,
language are also required to meet the politics, and business.
Applications are open throughout the year and
requirements set out by Matatū Aotearoa close on 1 December each year for domestic www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
Teaching Council of New Zealand. applicants (31 October each year for international
applicants), or when places are filled. Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education of Education, Health and Human
/student-advice-and-forms/guide-to-applying Development
T: +64 3 369 3333
E: educationadvice@canterbury.ac.nz
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
www.canterbury.ac.nz 13Bachelor of Teaching and
Learning. BTchLn(Primary)
If you are inspired by the Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Primary) – example degree structure
world around you and Year 1
TEDU TEDU TEPI TEPP TECM TECP TECP TECP
wish to make a positive 110 111 101 102 101 112 113 122
difference in the lives Year 2
of young people, then TEDU
201
TEPI
222
TEPI
230
TEPP
221
TECM
201
TECP
202
TECP
212
TECP
222
a career in teaching
Year 3
or education could be TEDU TEPI TEPI TEPP TEPP TECP TECP
for you. 301 320 321 320 321 313 223 Option
Education Professional Professional Curriculum Option
The BTchLn(Primary) is a professional Inquiry Practice Studies
qualification that prepares you for a rewarding Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more.
career as a primary school teacher. There This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to
are a number of study options available to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
students including:
• study on campus in Ōtautahi Christchurch
to specialise in an area of particular interest in Graduate options
• in Whakatū Nelson and Rotorua by a mix of their third year.
face‑to-face and distance study If you already hold a degree, the Graduate
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Primary) is
• distance study.
a pathway to a new career as a primary school
Distance Options teacher. The diploma can be studied full-time for
Entry requirements one year.
Students can complete the BTchLn by distance
Applicants under 20 years old must have study. Courses integrate web-based material, Other postgraduate qualifications are available
University Entrance. Applicants 20 years old or audiovisual resources, video conferences, and at UC — see pages 18–24 for listings.
over must have University Entrance or provide email (students need good internet access).
evidence of their ability to complete tertiary
study successfully.
You will attend two professional practice Career opportunities
placements per year (one each semester) as well
as undertake a community engagement course. Successful graduates meet the requirements
Selection process Placements are arranged by Te Rāngai Ako me for provisional teacher registration with Matatū
te Hauora | College of Education, Health and Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand.
The BTchLn(Primary) has one intake each
February. Selection for entry is based on: Human Development. Primary teaching graduates are employed
If you would like to study by distance-only, you in teaching and management positions in
• academic ability, involvement and interest
will need to attend two on-site intensives in primary, intermediate, middle, and area schools
in working with children, community
Ōtautahi Christchurch each year of full-time in Aotearoa New Zealand. Internationally
involvement, communication skills, and
study, with the first in February. recognised, many BTchLn(Primary) graduates
other personal qualities
also find work abroad.
• a police check, referees' reports, and Students enrolled at the Whakatū Nelson
and Rotorua ITE Hapori regional campus do Teaching skills of management, communication,
an interview
not attend the on-site intensives in Ōtautahi coordination, responsibility, and organisation
• a short literacy and numeracy test. are prized by many professions such as
Students for whom English is an additional Christchurch. They complete a blended model
of online course work and face-to face courses management, policy and advocacy, publishing,
language are also required to meet the politics, and business.
requirements set out by Matatū Aotearoa and curriculum components held at their
regional campus. www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
Teaching Council of New Zealand.
Degree structure How to apply Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College
Applications are open throughout the year and of Education, Health and Human
The BTchLn(Primary) requires a total of Development
360 points: close on 1 December each year for domestic
applicants (31 October each year for international T: +64 3 369 3333
• 60 points from Education courses applicants), or when places are filled. E: educationadvice@canterbury.ac.nz
• 90 points from Professional Inquiry www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
• 45 points from Professional Practice /student-advice-and-forms/guide-to-applying
• 165 points from Curriculum Studies.
The optional course at 300-level allows students
14 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website.Bachelor of Youth and
Community Leadership. BYCL
The Bachelor of Youth Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership– example degree structure
and Community Year 1
Leadership (BYCL) YACL CHCH EDUC 101 or 100 100 100 100 100
EDUC 102 or
101 101 POLS 103 Level Level Level Level Level
meets a growing need Year 2
for innovative leaders YACL EDUC CULT 202 or
EDUC 204 or 200 200 200 200 100 or 200
206
who can make an impact 201 INOV 290 Level Level Level Level Level
on national and global Year 3
300 300 200 or 300 200 or 300
challenges that youth and
EDUC 302 or YACL YACL
EDUC 339 301 302 Level Level Level Level
other communities are Compulsory Elective Courses from Arts
encountering.
courses courses or other degrees
Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more.
This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to
This degree develops professional leadership and www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
entrepreneurial skills for those passionate about
issues such as sustainability, human rights,
equality, and humanitarian efforts. The BYCL
You may also choose to do a minor within the Career opportunities
degree, or from subject options in the Bachelor
builds on UC’s international reputation in social As global tensions become more prominent
of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of
action, and offers real-world leadership and and cause more reactionary social movements,
Science, or Bachelor of Sport Coaching.
project experience by way of theoretical study the world needs more meaningful action from
and applied learning. A minor requires 75 points of courses, with strong leaders.
45 points above 100-level. For more information,
Youth and Community Leadership will give The Bachelor of Youth and Community
see www.canterbury.ac.nz/study
students the knowledge and skills to identify Leadership produces graduates who are
/qualifications-and-courses/bachelors-degrees
and apply their leadership for enacting change, more socially, ethically, and culturally, and
/bachelor-of-youth-and-community-leadership
making this an ideal degree for those wanting to self aware. They will build skills in effective
create a better world for future generations. For study planning help, contact Te Rōpū communications, project management,
Takawaenga | Liaison Office (new students). stakeholder engagement, leadership, research,
Entry requirements and solution-based thinking that will create
Admission to UC with University Entrance (or
Double degrees real results.
equivalent) is required to enrol. It is possible to combine the Youth and BYCL graduates will become strong leaders
Community Leadership degree with other in their area of interest, with career examples
Students with English as an additional
degrees, such as the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor including politics, teaching, iwi development,
language are also required to meet UC's English
of Communication, Bachelor of Commerce, and community services, humanitarian efforts,
language requirements.
Bachelor of Criminal Justice. charities, not-for-profits, government,
consultation, media and marketing, social
Degree structure If you are considering a double degree you
entrepreneurship, and advocacy.
should get advice from Te Rāngai Toi Tangata
The BYCL is a 360-point degree, with at least College of Arts student advisor or Te Rōpū www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
225 points at 200-level or above: Takawaenga | Liaison Office.
• 150 points of compulsory courses in Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College
leadership development of Education, Health and Human
• 105 points of courses from Schedule E: Development
Elective courses T: +64 3 369 3333
• up to 105 points of courses from any E: educationadvice@canterbury.ac.nz
bachelor’s degree at UC. www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
www.canterbury.ac.nz 15Certificates and diplomas
Certificate in Sport Coaching Certificate in Māori and Pasifika students can study the core
Designed for working professionals from any University Preparation skills course on the University campus as part
of the connective grouping — Te Waka Talanoa.
walk of life who want to develop their skills and The Certificate in University Preparation (CUP) An academic pathway will be designed around
knowledge in the area of Sport Coaching, this is a one-semester programme designed for a student's individual needs via another three
certificate can be completed by distance, around students who do not meet the requirements for courses that make up the CUP certificate.
your other commitments. University Entrance, or who have been out of
study for a substantial period. While it is desirable to complete the CUP
Coaches can complement and enhance their
full‑time in one 13-week semester, it is possible
work-based skills or, if you are currently not Students who successfully complete the to study part-time. Distance/flexible options
employed in the sporting industry, you can programme will be eligible to apply for entry to are also available. Students who want to enrol
develop skills and competencies in the area of 100-level degree courses at UC. in one or more CUP courses are able to do
Sport Coaching and related fields.
CUP intakes are in February, July, November, and so by enrolling in a Certificate of Proficiency
January of the following year. Preparatory (COP PREP). A number of CUP courses
Certificate in Sport Coaching – are available through distance learning.
possible structure CUP welcomes students who:
Year 1 Level • have recently finished Year 13 programmes but CUP courses
missed University Entrance
SPCO SPCO 100 or 200 100 or 200 The certificate comprises four courses: TRNS 001
101 or 102 201 Level Level • are under 20 and left school without and three optional courses.
University Entrance
Core courses Optional courses Course Course title
• have been out of study for a number of years code
Each block represents a 15-point course.
and want to refresh their study skills and TRNS 001 Academic Writing and
obtain further background knowledge before Study Skills*
The Certificate in Sport Coaching comprises a beginning a degree programme
minimum of 60 points at 100 and 200-level and TRNS 002 Te Uku: Perspectives on the
can be completed full-time over one semester, or • are Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian history and political expansions
up to two years part-time. Once completed, you Citizens or Permanent Residents who are of Aotearoa and the Pacific
may be exempt 60 points from the Bachelor of proficient in English. TRNS 003 An Introduction to Social Issues
Sport Coaching. If you are under 18, you must meet the literacy and Challenges
The CertSpC comprises two core courses and numeracy requirements for University TRNS 004 Teacher Education and
SPCO 101 Introduction to Sport Coaching and Entrance and have 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 Educational Studies
SPCO 201 Athlete-Centred Coaching 1, plus two in at least one subject or equivalent on the TRNS 005 Exploring the Psychology and
other optional courses. approved list. Biology of the Human Mind
www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses TRNS 006 Chemistry: An introduction to
Programme structure and duration atoms, bonding, and reactions
The CUP programme helps students to develop TRNS 007 Preparatory Mathematics
Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College
the skills necessary for successful university TRNS 008 Fundamental Physics
of Education, Health and Human
study, including time management; oral and TRNS 009 An Introduction to Statistics
Development
written communication; analytical, critical, and and Probability
T: +64 3 369 3333
problem solving; and interpersonal, group, and TRNS 010 Digital Data: An exploration of
E: educationadvice@canterbury.ac.nz
teamwork skills. the use and pervasiveness of
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
In the February and July intakes, the core course data in a digitised society
TRNS 001 Academic Writing and Study Skills is TRNS 011 An Introduction to Business
delivered in partnership with Hagley College on TRNS 012 An Invitation to Law
the UC campus. TRNS 013 Special Topic
TRNS 017 Mathematics with Calculus
MATH 101 Methods of Mathematics
*
Compulsory.
Te Rōpū Takawaenga | Liaison Office
Freephone in NZ: 0800 VARSITY (827 748)
E: liaison@canterbury.ac.nz
www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started
/transition/certificate
16 For the most up-to-date information, please check our website.Certificate in Youth and Certificate in Māori and Graduate Diploma in Māori
Community Leadership Language Pedagogies: and Language Pedagogies:
The Certificate in Youth and Community Aumiri Pounamu Aumiri Pounamu
Leadership (CertYCL) builds on UC’s expertise The Certificate in Māori and Language The Graduate Diploma in Māori and Language
and reputation for humanitarian work and Pedagogies: Aumiri Pounamu (CertMLP) gives Pedagogies: Aumiri Pounamu (GradDipMLP)
social activism. our future and practising kaiako teachers the provides provisionally certified and practising
Students will develop introductory leadership opportunity to develop their knowledge and kaiako teachers with the confidence to be
skills and explore global issues they are confidence introducing our tamariki to the educators of te ao Māori.
passionate about resolving, with the history, culture, and language of our indigenous Our programme will help guide you to embed
opportunity to carry out group projects in the communities. Māori knowledge and culture into your teaching
local community. This is valuable professional development for at early, primary, and secondary schools. This
This programme is an especially good option teachers who want to be mentors or leaders in includes te reo, tikanga Māori traditional
for working professionals and those already in Māori education within their centres, schools, culture, Aotearoa history, and mātauranga Māori
leadership positions, or students who do not learning spaces, and beyond. worldviews, such as sustainability and our role
want to commit to the full bachelor’s degree. as kaitiaki protectors of the land.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses
Entry requirements
The CertMLP is open to those who are Entry requirements
Certificate in Youth and Community provisionally certified as teachers, those that The GradDipMLP is open to those who are
Leadership hold a subject to confirmation practising provisionally certified as teachers, those that
certificate, and full practising teachers. hold a subject to confirmation practising
Year 1 Level
You will need to have completed an Aotearoa certificate, and full practising teachers.
YACL CHCH EDUC YACL
101 101 101 201 teacher education degree (or other qualifications You will need to have completed an Aotearoa
of an equivalent standard) to enrol in teacher education degree (or other qualifications
Compulsory courses this programme. of an equivalent standard) to enrol in
Each block represents a 15-point course. There will also be a hui with Kairuruku Hōtaka this programme.
For full course requirements, go to
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
Programme Coordinator as part of your
application to assess your current level of te reo Programme structure and courses
Students will learn about leadership of the self, competency and ascertain the support you will The GradDipMLP requires 120 points of
and leading with others, through exploration need during study. compulsory courses (listed below).
and experience of a wide range of contemporary
leadership theories, including those that Programme structure and courses Course Course title
code
emanate from the unique culture of Aotearoa The CertMLP is a total of 60 points, made up by
New Zealand. EDMI 311 Whakapiki te Reo
a 15-point compulsory course in introductory
te reo proficiency (EDMI 311 Whakapiki te Reo) EDMI 312 Mātauraka Māori
They will also will study learning: how and
why people learn, and what this means for and a minimum of 45 points in elective courses EDMI 313 Te Marau ā-iwi
leading change. listed below: EDMI 314 Te Pātaka Reo o Tahu (30 points)
Course Course title EDMI 315 Kaupapa Māori Pedagogies
Their final course will be CHCH 101, the heritage
service learning course that is at the heart of code EDMI 316 Whakapiki i te Reo 2
community engagement. EDMI 312 Mātauraka Māori EDMI 317 Rangahau Māori
EDMI 313 Te Marau ā-iwi These courses are delivered in collaboration
Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College EDMI 314 Te Pātaka Reo o Tahu (30 points) with Mātauraka Mahaanui. The Diploma can be
of Education, Health and Human EDMI 315 Kaupapa Māori Pedagogies completed within 4 years of part-time study,
Development EDMI 316 Whakapiki i te Reo 2 starting in January. There are flexible options to
T: +64 3 369 3333 EDMI 317 Rangahau Māori suit working kaiako.
E: educationadvice@canterbury.ac.nz If you are unable to complete all of the
These courses are delivered in collaboration with
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education requirements for the Diploma, you can apply
Mātauraka Mahaanui. Study begins in January,
and is completed part-time within 2 years to to Amo Ako me te Hauora | Dean of Education
accommodate working kaiako. and Health Sciences to transfer your completed
courses to the Certificate in Maori and Language
You may also apply to Amo Ako me te Hauora Pedagogies: Aumiri Pounamu.
Dean of Education and Health Sciences to
transfer your completed courses to the Graduate www.canterbury.ac.nz/education/
Diploma in Māori and Language Pedagogies: qualifications-and-courses/teacher-education
Aumiri Pounamu. /aumiri-pounamu
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education/
qualifications-and-courses/teacher-education
/aumiri-pounamu www.canterbury.ac.nz 17Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
(Early Childhood). GradDipTchLn(EC)
As an early childhood Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early) – typical diploma structure
teacher, you will provide Year 1
support for families with TEPI
361
TEPI
362
TEPP
361
TEPP
362
TECE
358
TECE
359
TECE
361
TECE
362
TECE
364
TECE
365
parenting and caregiving.
Through guided play, you
Professional Professional Curriculum
Studies Practice Studies
can help children gain the Each small block represents a 15-point course.
skills they need for healthy
intellectual, emotional, Degree structure How to apply
and physical development. The GradDipTchLn(EC) consists of 150 points Applications are open throughout the year and
of coursework and professional practice. The we strongly recommend that you apply as early
Early childhood teaching is a very challenging programme can be studied full-time in one year as possible. Applications close on 1 December
and satisfying career where you can make a real either on-campus or by distance study. each year for domestic applicants (31 October
difference in children’s lives. each year for international applicants), or when
On campus places are filled.
Entry requirements Classes are normally scheduled between the www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
hours of 8am and 7pm, Monday through Friday. /student-advice-and-forms/guide-to-applying
Students wishing to enrol in the
Classes will not be scheduled all day, every day,
GradDipTchLn(EC) must have a relevant
bachelor's degree or higher (or be entitled to
but will normally run between these times Career opportunities
during term time.
enrol for the Diploma with other qualifications Successful completion of this Graduate Diploma
of an equivalent standard), and approval from Distance study meets Matatū Aotearoa | Teaching Council of
the Dean of Education and Health Sciences, on New Zealand graduating teachers’ standards
Students who study by distance complete the
the recommendation of a Selection Committee. requirements. Upon successful completion,
same courses, coursework, and assessments
Involvement and interest in working with you may apply to the Teaching Council for
as students attending classes on campus. They
children and community is recommended. You provisional registration which enables you to
should be aware good time management skills
should also have excellent communication skills apply for teaching positions in Aotearoa.
are essential.
and a commitment to tikanga and te reo Māori. This programme is designed to meet the
Lecturers will use UC’s Learn website
If English is your additional language, you requirements of Aotearoa settings. Applicants
(https://learn.canterbury.ac.nz) to deliver course
must meet the requirements set out by Matatū should contact the relevant authorities for
content and host forums for discussion. There
Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand. international requirements.
may also be online tasks to complete.
Refer to www.teachingcouncil.nz/content www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
All students (full-time and distance) are
/language-competency-requirements
required to attend an on-site intensive in
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Ōtautahi Christchurch at the beginning of the Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College
programme. On-site intensives (OSIs) are a of Education, Health and Human
Selection process compulsory part of the distance programme and Development
provide an opportunity to meet and work with T: +64 3 369 3333
Selection for entry is based on academic course lecturers and other students. They cater E: educationadvice@canterbury.ac.nz
ability, involvement and interest in working for courses which require specific face-to-face www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
with children and young people, community contact with students, and are also a chance to
involvement, communication skills, and other explore the university resources and form study
personal qualities. groups. Full-time students attend one on-site
The selection process for eligible students intensive per semester.
includes an interview, referee reports, and a You will require continual access to a computer
police check. with broadband internet to complete
this qualification.
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