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NZD 35500

Total Program Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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12 Month

Duration

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7

IELTS

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

New Zealand is experiencing a critical shortage of qualified primary teachers — creating strong demand for passionate, skilled educators. NZSE’s Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary) (Level 7) is designed to meet this need, preparing graduates to be classroom-ready from day one through a work-integrated learning model that includes extensive, in-school work placement.

Over this one-year programme, students develop the skills to create inclusive environments for neurodiverse learners, embed bicultural practice, and build strong relationships with wh?nau, colleagues, and the wider community, grounded in Te M?taiaho / The New Zealand Curriculum. Designed for graduates with an existing degree, the programme creates confident, capable teachers ready to enter the workforce and apply for teacher registration in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Additional Information

Program Level Graduate Certificate/Diploma

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2027, Jun 2027

Closed

Sep 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have:

    • Bachelor’s degree at Level 7 on the NZQCF, or higher OR
    • A recognised equivalent international qualification, OR
    • The relevant skills and knowledge acquired through appropriate work or professional experience, at an additional level (min. 3 years in the last 5 years)
    • Literacy & Numeracy competency – applicants must pass a literacy and numeracy assessment with a pass level no lower than the equivalent to UE literacy step 4 and numeracy step 5. NZSE administers the Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool (LNAAT). The test will be administered at the selection interview.

    7 IELTS Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    35500

    Tuition Fee
    (NZD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (NZD)

    20000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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