Education (2022)

The qualifications listed below are not Initial Teacher Education programmes. See the Teaching subject.

Education is available as a minor.

To complete a minor in Education, students must complete 60 points from the papers listed under the subject Education or from the lists for Arts Education, Language and Literacy Education, Maori Education, or Mathematics Education including at least one of EDSOC101, EDUCA110 or HMDEV100, and at least 30 points above 100 level.

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• Prescriptions for the Cert(Ed)
• Prescriptions for the Dip(Ed)
• Prescriptions for the GradDip(Ed)
• Prescriptions for the PGCert(Ed)
• Prescriptions for the PGDip(Ed)
• Prescriptions for the MEd
• Prescriptions for the MPhil
• Prescriptions for the PhD
• Prescriptions for the EdD
• 100 Level
• 200 Level
• 300 Level
• 500 Level
• 800 Level
• 900 Level

• Prescriptions for the Cert(Ed)

  The qualification regulations define the requirements for the Certificate. Papers should be taken from those listed for Adult Learning, Arts Education, Digital Learning, Education, Education and Society, Human Development and/or Language and Literacy Education.

• Prescriptions for the Dip(Ed)

  The qualification regulations define the requirements for the Diploma. Papers should be taken from those listed for Adult Learning, Arts Education, Digital Learning, Education, Education and Society, Human Development and/or Language and Literacy Education.

• Prescriptions for the GradDip(Ed)

  The qualification regulations define the requirements for the Graduate Diploma. Papers should be taken from those listed for Adult Learning, Arts Education, Digital Learning, Education, Education and Society, Human Development and/or Language and Literacy Education. Within the Graduate Diploma a specialisation is available in Arts Education.

• Prescriptions for the PGCert(Ed)

  The qualification regulations define the requirements for the Postgraduate Certificate. Papers should be taken from the prescriptions for Adult Learning, Arts Education, Counselling Studies, Education, Education and Society, Human Development, Language and Literacy Education, Mathematics Education, and/or Science, Technology and Environmental Education.

  The eEducation specialisation is not available in 2021.

• Prescriptions for the PGDip(Ed)

  The qualification regulations define the requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma. Papers should be taken from the prescriptions for Adult Learning, Arts Education, Counselling Studies, Education, Education and Society, Human Development, Language and Literacy Education, Mathematics Education, and/or Science, Technology and Environmental Education (30 points may be taken from any other Postgraduate Diploma subject).

  Within the Postgraduate Diploma, specialisations are available in eEducation, Global Studies in Education, and Maori Medium Teaching/Te Ropu Tohu Paerua.

• Prescriptions for the MEd

  To complete the Master of Education, students must take 180 points at 500 level including at least 30 points from the subjects Adult Learning, Arts Education, Counselling Studies, Education, Education and Society, Educational Leadership, Human Development, Language and Literacy Education, Mathematics Education, or Science, Technology and Environmental Education; one of the following Research Methods papers EDUCA500, EDUCA557 or MAOED500; and one of a Directed Study equivalent to 30 points, a Dissertation equivalent to 60 points, or a Thesis equivalent to 90 or 120 points.

  Within the Master of Education, specialisations are available in Global Studies in Education, Professional Learning and STEM Education.

  Within the Master of Education in Education, a specialisation is available in Te Ropu Tohu Paerua.

  Up to 30 points may be selected from outside the field of the degree.

• Prescriptions for the MPhil

  The Master of Philosophy is a one year research-based degree in which students undertake a programme of approved and supervised research that leads to a thesis which critically investigates an approved topic of substance and significance, demonstrates expertise in the methods of research and scholarship, displays intellectual independence and makes a substantial original contribution to the subject area concerned, and is of publishable quality.

• Prescriptions for the PhD

  The Doctor of Philosophy is a three year research-based degree in which students undertake a programme of approved and supervised research that leads to a thesis which critically investigates an approved topic of substance and significance, demonstrates expertise in the methods of research and scholarship, displays intellectual independence and makes a substantial original contribution to the subject area concerned, and is of publishable quality.

• Prescriptions for the EdD

  The Doctor of Education is a three-year full-time or six-year part-time professional doctorate in education for experienced education practitioners who have a strong academic record and who want to develop their profession through research. Students in this programme complete guided coursework and a thesis. This thesis critically investigates an approved topic of substance and significance, demonstrates expertise in the methods of research and scholarship, and displays intellectual independence. It makes a substantial original contribution to the research area and is of publishable quality.

• 100 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  DLRNG100	Developing Digital Fluency	15.0	22A (Online)
  This paper offers a foundation for students learning to navigate and communicate effectively through digital learning environments. It incorporates purposeful selection of technologies for learning, and digital literacy which includes being able to research, create, evaluate and apply technical skills while doing so.
  EDSOC101	The New Zealand Educational Context	15.0	22B (Hamilton), 22B (Online) & 22B (Tauranga)
  The paper addresses the educational policies, ideas and processes shaping the educational contexts within which New Zealanders learn and teach.
  EDUCA110	How and why do we learn? An introduction	15.0	22A (Hamilton) & 22A (Tauranga)
  This introductory paper gives students opportunities to critically engage with a body of salient theoretical lenses addressing learning, teaching and education. Learning and teaching are interrogated from social, psychological and anthropological perspectives. Students are encouraged to engage in critical deconstruction of learning...
  HMDEV100	Lifespan Development	15.0	22A (Hamilton), 22B (Online) & 22B (Tauranga)
  HMDEV100 focuses on understanding and enhancing human development through an exploration of biological, psychological, social and cultural factors that influence patterns of development and learning over the lifespan.
  MAOED100	Huarahi Matauranga Māori: Historical and Contemporary Approaches to Māori Education	15.0	22A (Hamilton) & 22A (Online)
  This paper examines historical and contemporary approaches in Maori education provision in Aotearoa New Zealand. It explores policies, practices and developments that have impacted on the educational development of Maori.
  WRITE100	Writing for Academic Success	15.0	22A (Hamilton), 22A (Online), 22A (Tauranga), 22B (Hamilton), 22B (Online), 22JS (Hamilton) & 22JS (Tauranga)
  The paper gives opportunities for undergraduate students to develop their academic literacy skills. It begins with general academic communication and research skills and then embeds academic literacy practice within disciplines of study.

• 200 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  DLRNG200	Digital Learning: Critical Perspectives and Lifelong Possibilities	15.0	22A (Online)
  This paper examines educational uses of digital technologies, with an emphasis on learning through electronic networks, including social media. The paper explores evolving theoretical shifts and policy directions alongside topical issues and practical perspectives.
  EDUCA200	Te Hononga Tangata	15.0	22B (Block)
  This paper prepares students to recognise and understand local and global cultural diversity, and to work competently and confidently in culturally appropriate ways with diverse others in educational contexts.
  EDUCA210	Learning Through Life: Contexts and Considerations	15.0	22B (Hamilton)
  In this paper, students will explore contemporary considerations which shape learning and teaching across the lifespan, and contextualise these within specific areas of focus. Students will have opportunities to reflect systematically on their own lifelong learning trajectories, and on the relationship between individual goals for ...
  EDUCA290	Directed Study	15.0	22C (Hamilton), 22C (Tauranga) & 22I (Block)
  This paper is available for those students involved in a specified project or study.

• 300 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  DLRNG300	Developing of Digital Technologies: Contemporary Social and Educational Issues	15.0	No occurrences
  This paper considers the broad range and pace of development in digital technologies, and implications for educators and others involved in technologies for education and training, including businesses, and new learners.
  DLRNG301	Digital Innovation Adoption and Theories of Digital Learning	15.0	22B (Online)
  This paper explores contemporary theories associated with digital innovation adoption and the design, development and use of digital systems, content and environments, with particular focus on social, distributed, networked and collaborative learning.
  EDSOC303	Education and Sexuality	15.0	22B (Online)
  A study of the ways childhood and adult sexuality is constructed, monitored and regulated in society and in educational settings. The major emphasis is on exploring sexuality through historical and sociological perspectives.
  EDUCA303	Curriculum Perspectives	15.0	22A (Online)
  This paper examines curriculum conceptions, perspectives, and decision-making, through a range of historical, political and socio-cultural contexts and settings. Participants engage in critique of curriculum issues and shaping forces.
  EDUCA390	Directed Study	15.0	22A (Hamilton), 22B (Hamilton), 22H (Hamilton), 22H (Online) & 22X (Online)
  No description available.
  HMDEV320	Disability, Diversity and Inclusion: Intersecting Identities and Experiences	15.0	22B (Online)
  This paper investigates the question - What skills are required so to fully include disabled children, young people and adults in the educational and social life of their local community?

• 500 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  DLRNG524	Learning and Leadership in the Communication Age	30.0	No occurrences
  This paper explores global rationale underpinning the use of digital technologies in teaching and learning, and applies this to an analysis of New Zealand eLearning policy as it informs practice at an institutional level. Participants complete a small practical investigation of eLearning policy and practice within a selected education institution.
  DLRNG525	eLearning Policy to Practice in the New Zealand Context	30.0	No occurrences
  This paper initially takes a global perspective reviewing and critiquing arguments for education's role in building electronically-networked knowledge societies. It then examines how this is reflected in contemporary New Zealand/Aotearoa digital technologies in education/eLearning strategies and policies, drawing implications from this for institution-level planning and practice. This paper is targeted at teachers and educators wishing to consolidate their knowledge of digital technology/eLearning strategy and policy appropriate to their education sector level, and the sort of considerations needed when planning and implementing these within their institution.
  EDUCA500	Culturally Responsive Methodologies incorporating kaupapa Māori and Critical Theories	30.0	22X (Block - Tauranga)
  Culturally Responsive Methodologies utilise kaupapa Maori and critical theoretical frameworks to develop contexts within which the researched community can define the terms for engaging, relating and co-creating new knowledge.
  EDUCA501	Professional Learning in Education Practice	30.0	22X (Online)
  This paper allows students to submit a portfolio for assessment of learning in educational practice, for credit towards a postgraduate qualification in Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education.
  EDUCA504	Critical Reflections on Decolonising Education Spaces	30.0	22X (Online)
  Students critically reflect on extensive literature, their responses and their learning journal completed through Poutama Pounamu blended learning modules to engage in a reflexive synthesis of their ongoing learnings. This paper involved students critically reflecting back on their learning journals, a range of relevant literature ...
  EDUCA506	Educational Assessment	30.0	22B (Online)
  This paper provides an opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge and critical awareness of the theoretical issues and practical implications associated with improving learning and teaching through the implementation of a broad model of educational assessment. It is appropriate for practitioners at all levels of education: early chi...
  EDUCA510	Special Topic	10.0	22X (Hamilton)
  This paper is available for students who require an individually supervised project to complete their qualification in a subject offered by Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education.
  EDUCA515	Special Topic	15.0	22X (Hamilton)
  This paper is available for students who require an individually supervised project to complete their qualification in a subject offered by Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education.
  EDUCA530	Special Topic	30.0	22X (Online)
  The content of this paper is determined case-by-case as it will be used when the content is determined by the academic associated with an individual students' programme. One example would be a student who is undertaking an independent self-directed study that is not research based. The contents, assignments, marking criteria, and ...
  EDUCA541	Using Evidence for Effective Practice	30.0	No occurrences
  This paper aims to enable students to read, interpret, evaluate and use evidence to improve their own pedagogical practice, and the practice of others.
  EDUCA557	Becoming a researcher: theory, ethics and methods	30.0	22A (Online), 22B (Online) & 22H (Block)
  This paper introduces students to the major educational research paradigms, methodologies appropriate to collecting data in schools (including interviews, observations, surveys, case studies), action research, literature reviews, critiquing research, and report writing. It includes consideration of ethical issues in research.
  EDUCA590	Directed Study	30.0	22I (Hamilton), 22I (Online) & 22X (Hamilton)
  Students have the opportunity to pursue a topic of their own interest under the guidance of academic staff.
  EDUCA592	Dissertation	60.0	22I (Online), 22J (Online), 22X (Hamilton), 22X (Online) & 22X (Tauranga)
  A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation.
  EDUCA593	Education Thesis	90.0	22I (Online), 22X (Hamilton), 22X (Online) & 22X (Tauranga)
  An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research.
  EDUCA594	Education Thesis	120.0	22X (Hamilton), 22X (Online) & 22X (Tauranga)
  An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research.
  HMDEV502	Contemporary Issues in Adulthood	30.0	22A (Online)
  This paper focuses on adult development with an emphasis on ageing, diversity, culture and social justice. Examining social and political discourses, the paper explores how the resulting messages influence the everyday experiences of people at different stages of adulthood; and the implications of these for working with diversity i...
  MAOED500	Rangahau Kaupapa Māori - Kaupapa Māori Research	30.0	22X (Hamilton)
  This paper seeks to explore Kaupapa Maori research theory and methodologies, developing more informed and culturally located and responsive research practice, with a particular focus on researching in Maori educational contexts.
  MAOED501	Matauranga Reo Māori	30.0	22A (Hamilton)
  Ka arohaehaehia nga ariaa ako, whakaako raanei i te reo Maori hei reo tuatahi, tuarua ranei, nga momo aromatawai i te reo me te uu o te whakawhitinga ki te whakaako i te reo Maori hei reo tuatahi, tuarua ranei. Ka whakauruhia te huhua o nga take a iwi. A critical examination of theories of first and second language acquisition, lea...
  MAOED502	Tirohanga Whakahaere	30.0	22A (Hamilton)
  This paper explores the influence of social, cultural and political factors, nationally and internationally on leadership in Maori medium contexts. It provides participants with the opportunity to examine and inform their own practice of leadership. This paper is suitable for those who currently lead or aspire to lead in Maori medi...
  MAOED503	Te Whakaora Reo: Matauranga Rumaki	30.0	22X (Hamilton)
  This paper examines indigenous theory and practice, indigenous language revival and indigenous language revitalisation. It also looks at Maori immersion education activities alongside other indigenous languages initiatives. Also included is an exploration of the way immersion education in overseas contexts can strengthen Maori imme...
  MAOED523	Māori Educational Policies: Their Development and Some Strategic Responses	30.0	22X (Block - Tauranga)
  This paper examines the historical and contemporary politics and practices that have contributed to the current education disparities that affect Maori people in particular, but also the wider fabric of New Zealand society. The paper then considers historical and contemporary policies developed to address these disparities and a nu...

• 800 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  EDUCA800	Education MPhil Thesis	120.0	22X (Hamilton)
  No description available.

• 900 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  EDUCA900	Education PhD Thesis	120.0	22I (Hamilton), 22I (Tauranga), 22J (Hamilton), 22J (Tauranga), 22K (Hamilton), 22L (Hamilton), 22L (Tauranga), 22M (Hamilton), 22N (Hamilton), 22X (Hamilton), 22X (Online) & 22X (Tauranga)
  No description available.
  EDUCA994	EdD Thesis	120.0	22I (Hamilton), 22J (Hamilton) & 22X (Hamilton)
  No description available.
  EDUCA995	EdD Research Portfolio	120.0	22I (Hamilton) & 22X (Hamilton)
  No description available.