Master of Early Childhood Education

This Master’s degree aims to advance scholarship in curriculum, leadership, advocacy and ethics at a postgraduate level through coursework. This Master’s is advantageous for those who wish to develop expertise in a specific area of educational practice. All of the college’s programs are internationally recognised and approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Our qualifications range from diploma to master’s level with a number of them including elective Field Practice courses that can be studied by those wishing to pursue New Zealand teacher registration.

All applicants must:

• Hold a Level 7 Bachelor’s degree (360 credits), or higher qualification (Applicants who have gained their qualification outside of New Zealand will have their qualification assessed by NZTC but may need to provide an NZQA International Qualifications Assessment confirming the level and credit value of the bachelor’s degree) OR completed the requirements of the Postgraduate Diploma in Education from NZTC
• Declare any physical or learning disability, or diverse needs that may impact on your performance as a student

International students are required to provide proof of their English language competency by meeting the language criteria defined in Rule 18 of the NZQF Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2021 for a level 8 qualification.

Please note:

Credit for prior formal learning may be awarded towards this qualification at the discretion of the College