Programme overview
Enter a profession where the demand for graduates is high in New Zealand and overseas. Gain an internationally-recognised degree from the only New Zealand University to rank in the top 50 in the world for Education as a subject.
For Primary teaching, you can choose between our English or Huarahi Māori streams. Our hands-on programmes will equip you with the tools you need to teach in 21st century classrooms where building strong relationships is vital, diversity is welcomed and digital learning is key.
Over the three years, you’ll have dedicated blocks of time - up to a total of 24 weeks - that you'll spend full-time in a range of schools or kura. These placements are called practicum and allow you to gain a full picture of school life as you gradually take over full classroom responsibilites. While on practicum, you'll have the guidance of a dedicated teacher within the school, as well as support by your university supervisors. This will help you to become a part of a community, establish connections to set you up in your career, and gain vital skills to prepare you for the transition into teaching. Find out more information about practicum.
The programme is shaped by a commitment to fairness and social justice. It is underpinned by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to ensure equitable outcomes in learning. You will learn alongside a diverse range of students and be taught basic proficiency in te reo Māori.
You will be taught by academics who are experts in their fields of Education and passionate about supporting the next generation of teachers. Courses are taught through a range of methods including face-to-face lectures, tutorials and workshops, as well as online learning. Our tutorials are hands-on and provide a range of practical ideas and resources you can take onto practicum with you.
Bachelor of Education (Teaching) students are eligible for the external TeachNZ Scholarships. Applications are now open for the TeachNZ Career Changer scholarships. Find out more and apply.
Before you begin your teaching journey, there are a few key steps you need to complete, so we recommend applying early. Read about the process on our Info for applicants page.
Programme structure
Our Bachelor of Education (Teaching) programme has two specialisations – Primary and Huarahi Māori.
Each specialisation has the same overall structure – comprising 360 points of coursework and a 22-week (approx) practicum element where you will spend time observing and teaching in a range of settings. See below for examples.
Most students need to take one or two General Education courses.
Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.
Sample programme structure
Primary specialisation
Year 1 120 points
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- Code:
- EDUC 106
- Name:
- History of Education and Society
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- EDCURRIC 108
- Name:
- Mathematics and Statistics Education 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- EDCURRIC 109
- Name:
- Languages and Literacies Education 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- EDCURRIC 117
- Name:
- Arts Education
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- EDPROFM 100
- Name:
- Te Ao Māori - Te Kākano
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- EDPRAC 100
- Name:
- Practicum 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFST 102
- Name:
- Inquiry into Practice 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- One course from the General Education schedules available for this programme
- Type:
- General Education course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Year 2 120 points
-
- Code:
- EDPROFST 209
- Name:
- Developing Learning Communities
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPRAC 204
- Name:
- Practicum 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFST 208
- Name:
- Inquiry into Practice 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 200
- Name:
- Te Ao Māori - Te Mahuri
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDUC 203
- Name:
- Pasifika Education and Diversity
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRIC 113
- Name:
- Science and Technology Education 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRIC 119
- Name:
- Health and Physical Education and Social Studies Education 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFST 309
- Name:
- Furthering Learning Through Assessment
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Year 3 120 points
-
- Code:
- EDUC 324
- Name:
- Inclusive Education and Philosophy
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPRAC 304
- Name:
- Practicum 3
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 300
- Name:
- Te Ao Māori - Te Puāwaitanga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRIC 201
- Name:
- Mathematics and Statistics Education 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRIC 203
- Name:
- Languages and Literacies in Education 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRIC 205
- Name:
- Science and Technology Education 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRIC 206
- Name:
- Health and Physical Education and Social Studies Education 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFST 307
- Name:
- Inquiry into Practice 3
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Sample programme structure
Huarahi Māori Specialisation
Year 1 120 points
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 117
- Name:
- Ngā Toi: He Whakatakinga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 101
- Name:
- Te Reo Māori 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 102
- Name:
- Pakirehua Ngaio – Te Ako
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- One course from the General Education schedules available for this programme
- Type:
- General Education course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 108
- Name:
- Pāngarau: He Whakatakinga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 109
- Name:
- Te Reo Matatini 1: Te Pihinga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDUCM 106
- Name:
- He Tirohanga ki te Mātauranga I Aotearoa
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPRACM 100
- Name:
- Noho ā kura 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Year 2 120 points
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 119
- Name:
- Tikanga ā-iwi: He Whakatakinga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPRACM 204
- Name:
- Noho ā kura 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 208
- Name:
- Pakirehua Ngaio – Te Whakaako
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 203
- Name:
- Mātauranga: Te Whakawhanake Hapori Ako
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 114
- Name:
- Pūtaiao - He Whakatakinga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 204
- Name:
- Te Reo Māori 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 304
- Name:
- Ako Mā Te Aromatawai
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDUCM 203
- Name:
- Te Atawhai i te Rerenga Kētanga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Year 3 120 points
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 201
- Name:
- Pāngarau: He Puāwaitanga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 203
- Name:
- Te Reo Matatini 2: Te Puanga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 307 A/B
- Name:
- Pakirehua Ngaio – Te Pouako Pakirehua
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDUCM 324
- Name:
- Whiria Te Kaha Tūātinitini
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPRACM 304 A/B
- Name:
- Noho ā kura 3
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDPROFM 302
- Name:
- Te Reo Māori 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 111
- Name:
- Hauora
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- EDCURRM 205
- Name:
- Hangarau me te Pūtaiao – He Whakawhanaketanga
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Specialisations
2024 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Secondary school qualifications
If you're joining us from secondary school, here's what you need to enter the programme.
You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.
- First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
- You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
- You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
- Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.
Guaranteed rank score, subject and other requirements
If your rank score is slightly lower than the guaranteed score, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available. If you don’t meet the requirements, you may be able to apply under our Undergraduate Targeted Admission Schemes.
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QualificationNCEA National Certificate of Educational AchievementScore required150
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QualificationCIE Cambridge International ExaminationsScore required150
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QualificationIB International BaccalaureateScore required26
Read more about entry requirements for New Zealand secondary school applicants.
Further requirements
Admission is subject to a satisfactory interview, police check/s, safety checks and referees’ reports.
You will be required to sit literacy and numeracy tests if you have been out of the New Zealand school system for more than one year.
*Read the Compliance with the Children's Act 2014.
Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Huarahi Māori specialisation
As part of the interview process your written and oral fluency in te reo Māori will be assessed to the proficiency descriptors of the Taura Whiri i te Reo proficiency framework.
Tertiary qualifications
If you've studied at a tertiary institution, here's what you need to enter the programme.
You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.
Minimum grade requirements
These are the likely grades required, but they do not guarantee entry. Applicants may require higher grades to gain entry to this programme.
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Grade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 2.4
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Grade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 2.4
Further requirements
You must have completed one semester of successful bachelor degree study from a New Zealand tertiary institution, or one year of successful study as part of an acceptable sub-degree qualification from a New Zealand tertiary institution.
Entrance is subject to satisfactory police check/s safety checks*, interview and referees’ reports. You will be required to sit literacy and numeracy tests if you have been out of the New Zealand school system for more than one year.
You will also need to provide evidence of meeting the Teaching Council Matatū Aotearoa English Language Competency requirements by IELTS or an approved alternative. Further information on approved alternatives can be found here.
*Read the Compliance with the Children's Act 2014.
Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Huarahi Māori specialisation
You will have an additional interview in order for programme leaders to assess the fluency of your reo.
You will be assessed against the Taura Whiri i te Reo Proficiency Framework. You will also be asked to complete a writing sample in te reo.
Transfer of Credit - You can apply for transfer of credit for tertiary courses completed elsewhere as part of your Application for Admission. For more information, see External transfer of credit.
If you have completed study at another New Zealand University, get an estimate of the transfer credit you may be eligible for, using our Transfer Credit Calculator.
Other pathways to study
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
- See if you meet the criteria for the Undergraduate Targeted Admission Scheme (UTAS).
- Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
- If you are 20 on or before the first day of semester, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for special admission.
- If you are under 20, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for discretionary entrance.
- If you can demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and maturity, we offer admission to applicants under 16.
My highest qualification is from this country or region:
Secondary school qualifications
If you're joining us from secondary school, here's what you need to enter the programme.
You need to have one of the following:
- International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum total score of 24.
- General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level. You must have completed a minimum of three A-Level subjects.
- Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). You must have completed a minimum of three A-level subjects.
GCE ‘A’ Level requirements apply to ‘A’ Level qualifications examined by bodies such as AQA, OCR, Edexcel, WJEC, CCEA and Pearson Education Limited taken outside of New Zealand.
Minimum grade, subject and other requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place. Your CIE/GCE A level score is calculated on the best three academic subjects and General Studies cannot be included.
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QualificationIB International Baccalaureate DiplomaScore required26QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required7.0
No bands less than 7.0.
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QualificationGCE A Level/CIE General Certificate of Education Advanced LevelScore requiredCCCQualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required7.0
No bands less than 7.0.
Further requirements
Admission is subject to a satisfactory interview, police check/s, safety checks* and referees’ reports.
*Read the Compliance with the Children's Act 2014.
Tertiary qualifications
If you've studied at a tertiary institution, here's what you need to enter the programme.
You can transfer from another tertiary institution if you meet these requirements.
You need to have the following:
One year successful bachelor-degree level study at a recognised university (or similar institution) overseas.
Minimum grade requirements
These are the likely grades required, but they do not guarantee entry. Applicants may require higher grades to gain entry to this programme.
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Grade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 2.4
-
QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required7.0
No bands less than 7.0.
Further requirements
Admission is subject to a satisfactory interview, police check/s, safety checks* and referees’ reports.
*Read the Compliance with the Vulnerable Children Act 2014.
Other pathways to study
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
- Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
- If you have an offer of place from us that is conditional on meeting English language requirements, you may be considered for English Pathway courses from the University of Auckland English Language Academy (ELA)
- If you are 20 on or before the first day of semester, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for special admission.
How much does a Bachelor of Education (Teaching) cost per year?
2024 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$6,778.80*
- International students
- NZ$37,085*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.38 per point, estimated at $1,005.60 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
Find out about financial support information
Scholarships and awards
Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for.
Student loans and allowances
Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.
Cost of living
Get an idea of how much accommodation and general living in Auckland will cost.
Key dates
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2024
- 31 January 2024
- Semester Two 2023
- 4 July 2023
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
Semester One | Starts – 27 February |
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Ends – 26 June | |
Semester Two | Starts – 17 July |
Ends – 13 November |
Semester One | Starts – 20 February |
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Ends – 27 June | |
Semester Two | Starts – 10 July |
Ends – 22 November |
Other important dates
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
How to apply
Applying for an undergraduate programme? Check out our step-by-step guide.
2023 Year 1 Bachelor of Education (Teaching)
- 20 February Introduction day
- 27 Feb–24 March Lectures
- 27 March–6 April Practicum Block 1
7–21 April MID-SEMESTER BREAK
- 24 April–2 June Lectures
- 5–16 June Study break and Exams
26 June–14 July INTER-SEMESTER BREAK
- 12–13 July Practicum preparation
- 27 July–18 August Practicum Block 2
- 21 August–28 September Lectures
25 September–29 September MID-SEMESTER BREAK
- 2 October–27 October Lectures
- 30 October - 10 November Study break and Exams
Where could this programme take you?
We are the highest ranked university in New Zealand for Education as a subject. This means our graduates are in high demand. While many of our graduates go on to teach in a range of settings in New Zealand and overseas, this programme also equips you with a range of transferable skills that can be applied in many professions. Graduates of the Huarahi Māori specialisation are equipped to teach in Māori medium, bilingual and English medium primary and intermediate schools.
Jobs related to this programme
- Early childhood/primary teacher
- Policy adviser
- Māori medium teacher
- Educational researcher
- Education consultant
- Curriculum developer
- Human Rights education coordinator
- Special Needs specialist

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