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Ashika Singh has always had a passion for teaching, but it was the arrival of her own children that inspired her to pursue a pathway of study to accomplish her dream.
Ashika's story![Early Childhood graduate - Jono Davey](/content/auckland/en/education/study-with-us/meet-our-students/undergraduate-students/graduate-diploma-in-teaching/_jcr_content/firstGrid/par1/subflexicomponentlin/image.img.480.low.jpg/1657600879501.jpg)
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education) programme has enabled Jono to pursue a career he is passionate about.
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With an Honours degree in classical singing, Sophie Lamb was initially set on a very different life path until she discovered a new passion: music education.
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Science graduate Fredrick Simpson was inspired to get into primary teaching to make a difference to young people’s lives.
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It was memories of her own experience a teenager in school that made Kezia decide to apply for the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary).
Kezia's story![Tom Clarke Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) Graduate](/content/auckland/en/education/study-with-us/meet-our-students/undergraduate-students/graduate-diploma-in-teaching/_jcr_content/firstGrid/par3/subflexicomponentlin/image.img.480.low.jpg/1657677233718.jpg)
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching has given Tom the skills, knowledge and confidence he needs to pursue a meaningful career in teaching.
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Studying the Online Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE) allowed Portia the flexibility to fit her studies and the schedule of her two young tamariki.
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Brogan wanted to give back to his community, the Teacher Education in Schools Progamme meant he was immediately able to get real-world classroom experience.
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The appeal of hands-on learning while studying online drew Connor Perry to the Teacher Education in Schools programme.
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After completing her undergraduate degree in English and New Media Studies, Samaah was excited to get into the classroom straight away.
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Watching his mother as an early childhood educator inspired Zhixiao Yang to pursue the same career.
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The Tertiary Foundation Certificate gave Nikita a good introduction to university and confirmation that she wanted to become a teacher. Now she’s an early childhood educator and loves helping children grow.
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Experiencing playcentre with her two children gave Stephanie the desire to help children become lifelong learners.
Stephanie's story![Nicolette Low - Early Childhood Education](/content/auckland/en/education/study-with-us/meet-our-students/undergraduate-students/graduate-diploma-in-teaching/_jcr_content/par/linkspagetemplategri_1147135669/par3/subflexicomponentlin_412613367/image.img.480.low.jpg/1657670943488.jpg)
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching programme has allowed Nicolette to advance her career in Early Childhood Education to the next level in just one year.
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Emily chose the Graduate Diploma in Teaching because she knew the University of Auckland’s strong international reputation would help her land a good job.
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Ash Cole decided to switch to a career in teaching and found herself feeling more fulfilled, inspired and creative.
Ash's story![Graduate teaching Primary - Fredrick Simpson](/content/auckland/en/education/study-with-us/meet-our-students/undergraduate-students/graduate-diploma-in-teaching/_jcr_content/par/linkspagetemplategri_830436716/par2/subflexicomponentlin/image.img.480.low.jpg/1657599414626.jpg)
Kimberly's practical placement at an intermediate school cemented that teaching is the career for her.
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From a developmental psychology background, Bailey moved to a teaching career because of her love for working with children.
Bailey's story![Bailey Harrison - Diploma in teaching Primary graduate](/content/auckland/en/education/study-with-us/meet-our-students/undergraduate-students/graduate-diploma-in-teaching/_jcr_content/par/linkspagetemplategri_830436716/par3/subflexicomponentlin/image.img.480.low.jpg/1657596246336.png)
Practicum placements provided Kate with the best immersive experience to prepared her for a rewarding career in teaching.
Kate's story![Tetok Tepaki - Diploma in Teaching Secondary graduate](/content/auckland/en/education/study-with-us/meet-our-students/undergraduate-students/graduate-diploma-in-teaching/_jcr_content/par/linkspagetemplategri/par1/subflexicomponentlin/image.img.480.low.jpg/1614572518805.jpg)
Teaching allows Tetoki to share his passion for media with children.
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Studying the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) has allowed Madison to pursue her passions for dance to help empower our younger generation.
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Manisha was looking for a way to share her passion for mathematics with the next generations.
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Justin-Leigh's passion for creativity, arts, and helping rangatahi Māori pursue their dreams led him to pursue a career in secondary school teaching.
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Matheus says the Graduate Diploma in Teaching was the best learning experience he’s ever had, with a great balance of theory and practical experiences.
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The Kupe Leadership Scholarship allowed Emma to work with other passionate scholars and experienced leaders on her journey to becoming a teacher.
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