Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Specialist Teaching programme is relevant for educators working with children and learners who have special educational needs in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors. The programme is coursework-based, meaning it is ideal for educators who aim to provide professional leadership in their area of expertise but who do not wish to undertake a thesis. The Master of Specialist Teaching (MSpecTchg) employs a mix of distance and blended learning delivery options that provide flexibility for all students, regardless of location. The degree can be awarded unendorsed, or endorsed in one of four areas. Graduates will gain a comprehensive understanding of their selected specialism, and will have the expertise, knowledge, interdisciplinary networks, and strategies to provide innovative approaches to meet children’s and learners’ special education needs in their workplace. UC is ranked in the top 250 universities in the world for Education and Training (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2021).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Specialist Teaching programme is relevant for educators working with children and learners who have special educational needs in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors. The programme is coursework-based, meaning it is ideal for educators who aim to provide professional leadership in their area of expertise but who do not wish to undertake a thesis. The Master of Specialist Teaching (MSpecTchg) employs a mix of distance and blended learning delivery options that provide flexibility for all students, regardless of location. The degree can be awarded unendorsed, or endorsed in one of four areas. Graduates will gain a comprehensive understanding of their selected specialism, and will have the expertise, knowledge, interdisciplinary networks, and strategies to provide innovative approaches to meet children’s and learners’ special education needs in their workplace. UC is ranked in the top 250 universities in the world for Education and Training (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2021).

Admission Requirements

PTE Academic

58+

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

90+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

176+

Bachelor GPA

3+

To enrol in the Master of Specialist Teaching you must have:

qualified for an Aotearoa New Zealand teacher education degree, or qualified for a recognised three-year diploma in early childhood, primary, or secondary teaching in Aotearoa, with at least a B Grade Point Average in their 300-level courses; and
hold current teacher registration in Aotearoa (not a requirement for the Early Intervention endorsement); and
normally acquired at least two years experience as a teacher or educator in a recognised educational, workplace, or community setting.

Application Deadline

01 Dec 2025

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Feb

Starting Month(s)

Jul

Domestic

Starts from

8,675 NZD

International

Starts from

55,200 NZD

Scholarships

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12 monthsProgramme duration

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Programme overview

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