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Well-qualified, enthusiastic teachers are always sought after. From time to time there are more opportunities in some teaching sectors than others - for instance, Secondary teachers of chemistry, home economics, mathematics, physics, technology and te reo Māori are in particular demand. There is an ongoing need for experienced, well-qualified teachers in all subjects and middle and senior managers.
You can study at UC to qualify as a secondary teacher in the following major subjects.
We offer the Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning and Bachelor of Education (Physical Education).
The GradDipTchLn(Secondary) is a one-year postgraduate course comprising courses totalling 120 credits for those who hold a University degree. The Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning programme is currently offered at our Ilam campus in Christchurch as well as
The BEd(PE) is a four year full-time conjoint programme (or equivalent) leading to a Bachelor of Education degree and a Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning. Secondary courses provide a specialisation in Physical Education.
UC and the College of Education offer a number of scholarships for students. For more information visit our Scholarships.
TEACHNZ offer a wide range of Scholarships and other Financial Incentives for teacher trainees in certain subjects (these have recently included chemistry, home economics, mathematics, physics, technology and te reo Māori). Application forms are available once you have been accepted into a teaching programme. For more information visit www.teachnz.govt.nz or call 0800 TEACHNZ.
Part-time courses designed to provide an opportunity for ex-secondary teachers to re-enter the profession equipped with the knowledge, skills and resources to be successful in the context of the current New Zealand Secondary School classroom. The course has a strong emphasis on updating participants in their curriculum areas. It also focuses on classroom management and ICT skills for teaching. There is one module which is targeted specifically at experienced teachers who have trained overseas. The course is funded by the Ministry of Education and there are no direct costs for participants.
The course is run with one intake per year and is subject to demand. For further information contact sarah.harris@canterbury.ac.nz or phone (03) 343 9606.
For more information email education@canterbury.ac.nz or phone 0800 VARSITY (827 748).