Study with the experts
Massey has run successful full immersion Māori language teacher training qualifications since 1991.
He mātanga ngā Kaiako
Mai i te tau 1991 kua tū te kaupapa whakangungu tangata hei kaiako rumaki reo ki Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa.
Teaching and more
Get ready for life-changing work. Study education to become a teacher, a speech-language therapist, or a Kaiwhakaako Māori.
World-wide recognition
Be work-ready on a global scale. Many Massey qualifications are recognised around the world, as well as in New Zealand.
Overview
Learn about learning. How we learn. What to learn, and how best to teach it. For society to flourish, it needs great people teaching and supporting tamariki and adults as they learn.
Learn from world-class lecturers and researchers with a broad range of expertise in the field of education. Explore new ideas and approaches in a supportive environment. Hone your skills with supervised work experience, such as in schools, kura, early childhood centres or other placements suited to your specialisation.
Studying education is a good fit if you:
- enjoy learning and sharing knowledge with others
- want to support tamariki or adults as they learn and grow
- like working with others, solving problems, and communicating with a wide variety of people.
Courses related to education may cover:
- education studies, including education systems and learning in the digital age
- human development, including cognitive and physical aspects of learning
- culture and society, including digital technologies for learning
- Māori-medium teacher education
- teaching techniques, including how to plan learning experiences and support your students.
And for speech-language therapy students, courses may cover:
- childhood communication development
- communication disorders caused by brain injury
- swallowing disorders.
How to study education
Discover what we offer if you’re interested in education – whether you’re coming to university for the first time, changing direction or returning to advance your study or career.
Undergraduate study
Bachelor's degrees
Education – Bachelor of Arts
Pursue your passion for education. Gain transferable skills and strategies for learning, from the sociological to the philosophical.
Educational Psychology – Bachelor of Arts
With Massey’s BA (Educational Psychology) you will explore what supports and hinders learning and how you can make a difference.
Te Aho Tātairangi: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning Kura Kaupapa Māori – BTchgLrnKKM
Prepare to teach and lead in the Kura Kaupapa Māori system. Te Aho Tātairangi is New Zealand’s first university Māori, Te Aho Matua initial teacher education qualification.
Undergraduate bachelor's degrees with honours
Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy with Honours – BSpchLngThHons
Massey’s Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy with Honours will set you up for a rewarding career working alongside people of all ages with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties.
Undergraduate certificates
Certificate in Arts – CertArts
With Massey’s Certificate in Arts, you can study what you enjoy and explore subjects within history, beliefs, societies, languages, and cultures.
Graduate certificates
Education – Graduate Certificate in Arts
Transform lives with Massey’s Graduate Certificate in Arts (Education). You can study education without completing a second bachelor’s degree.
Educational Psychology – Graduate Certificate in Arts
Help students learn, develop and achieve. With Massey’s Graduate Certificate in Arts (Educational Psychology), you can study educational psychology without completing a second bachelor’s degree.
Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as an Additional Language – GradCertTEAL
Are you actively involved in teaching English as an additional language to learners? Do you want to gain further knowledge in this area? Join Massey’s Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as an Additional Language.
Undergraduate diplomas
Diploma in Arts – DipArts
With a Massey Diploma in Arts, you can study what you enjoy and explore subject areas that spark your interest.
Education – Diploma in Arts
With Massey’s Diploma in Arts (Education) you will learn about a fascinating industry that contributes positively to our society.
Educational Psychology – Diploma in Arts
With Massey’s Diploma in Arts (Educational Psychology) you’ll learn about both psychology and education, introducing you to new ways of thinking about learning and development.
Graduate diplomas
Education – Graduate Diploma in Arts
Transform lives with a career in education. Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Arts (Education) will give you the equivalent of an undergraduate major in education without completing a second bachelor’s degree.
Educational Psychology – Graduate Diploma in Arts
Help people learn, develop and achieve with Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Arts (Educational Psychology).
Early Childhood Education – Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching
Massey’s Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Early Childhood Education) reflects the dynamic, complex, and responsive nature of learning and teaching. This initial teacher education qualification offers specific knowledge in early childhood education.
Primary – Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching
Massey’s Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Primary) reflects the dynamic, complex, and responsive nature of learning and teaching. This initial teacher education qualification offers specific knowledge in primary and intermediate school teaching.
Secondary – Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching
Be a leader in 21st century education with Massey’s Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Secondary). This initial teacher education qualification offers professional experience, and the opportunity to learn from esteemed practitioners and researchers.
Relevant undergraduate subjects to major or specialise in
When you apply to study at Massey, for some undergraduate qualifications you can choose what subject you’d like to specialise in. You can usually change your mind after you get to university, depending on the courses you enrol in.
- Education as a bachelor's degree major
- Education if you already have a bachelor's degree
- Educational psychology as a bachelor's degree major
- Educational psychology if you already have a bachelor's degree
- Teaching: Early childhood education
- Teaching: Primary schools
- Teaching: Secondary schools
Postgraduate study
Master's degrees
Master of Applied Linguistics – MAppLing
With Massey’s Master of Applied Linguistics, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to navigate and address language-based issues in a multilingual world.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages – Master of Applied Linguistics
Massey’s Master of Applied Linguistics (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) provides in-service development for practising teachers of English as a second language.
Education – Master of Arts
Follow your passion for education with Massey’s Master of Arts (Education). Investigate education issues that interested you as an undergraduate in a flexible timeframe that suits you.
Master of Education – MEd
The Master of Education will update your professional knowledge and research skills while exploring new developments and changes in education.
Digital Education – Master of Education
Massey’s Master of Education (Digital Education) will give you the critical insight and practical and research skills you need to thrive in the rapidly changing field of digital learning and teaching.
Early Years – Master of Education
With Massey’s Master of Education (Early Years) you’ll develop the skills and knowledge to be a leader in early years education.
Educational Administration and Leadership – Master of Education
Take your passion for education further. Develop the skills and knowledge you need to progress your career as an educational leader.
Inclusive Education – Master of Education
The Master of Education (Inclusive Education) will take your teaching career to the next level. Gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills to support teachers and students to succeed in an inclusive education system.
Literacy Education – Master of Education
A Master of Education (Literacy Education) will take your teaching career to the next level.
Māori Education – Master of Education
Make a positive difference for Māori. Help set a new direction for learning and teaching with a Master of Education (Māori Education).
Mathematics Education – Master of Education
Go further with your passion for education. A Master of Education (Mathematics Education) will take your mathematics teaching career to the next level.
Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology – MEdDevPsych
Massey’s Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology will develop your expertise in working with others to enhance wellbeing for all.
Master of Specialist Teaching – MSpecTchg
Further your specialist teaching knowledge through interprofessional inquiry and practice.
Adviser on Deaf Children – Master of Specialist Teaching
Work with diverse learners and their teachers. With Massey’s Master of Specialist Teaching (Adviser on Deaf Children) you’ll build your skills through theory and research-based study.
Blind and Low Vision – Master of Specialist Teaching
Work with diverse learners with Massey’s Master of Specialist Teaching (Blind and Low Vision). Gain an understanding of the development and learning needs of students who are blind or have a visual impairment.
Complex Educational Needs – Master of Specialist Teaching
Work with diverse learners who have complex needs. With Massey’s Master of Specialist Teaching (Complex Educational Needs), you’ll build your skills through theory and research-based study.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Master of Specialist Teaching
Work with diverse learners who are deaf and hard of hearing. With Massey’s Master of Specialist Teaching (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) you’ll build your skills through theory and research-based study.
Early Intervention – Master of Specialist Teaching
Work with diverse learners with Massey’s Master of Specialist Teaching (Early Intervention). Gain an understanding of the development and learning needs of students who are in the early years.
Gifted Education – Master of Specialist Teaching
With Massey’s Master of Specialist Teaching (Gifted Education), you'll learn how to understand, identify and develop an individual’s exceptional abilities and qualities.
Learning and Behaviour – Master of Specialist Teaching
Work with diverse learners who have learning and behaviour needs. With Massey’s Master of Specialist Teaching (Learning and Behaviour), you’ll build your skills through theory and research-based study.
Master of Speech and Language Therapy – MSpchLangTher
Develop your research and clinical expertise and become a specialist in your field of speech and language therapy.
Postgraduate certificates
Postgraduate Certificate in Education – PGCertEd
Expand your professional knowledge and qualifications in education with Massey’s Postgraduate Certificate in Education. You’ll explore the latest developments and changes in education.
Postgraduate Certificate in Educational and Developmental Psychology – PGCertEdDevPsyc
Massey’s Postgraduate Certificate in Educational and Developmental Psychology will develop your expertise to work across educational and community contexts in the areas of learning, assessment, wellbeing, and change.
Postgraduate Certificate in Learning Support – PGCertLrnSup
Massey’s Postgraduate Certificate in Learning Support is for teachers and other professionals working in the area of Learning Support, in particular Learning Support Coordinators (LSC), and Special Education Needs Coordinators (SENCo).
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialist Teaching – PGCertSpecTchg
With Massey’s Postgraduate Certificate in Specialist Teaching you can create more equitable learning outcomes for all learners.
Postgraduate diplomas
Education – Postgraduate Diploma in Arts
Follow your passion for education with Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Education). Through a flexible qualification, you will gain valuable skills and knowledge in an area of education you are interested in.
Postgraduate Diploma in Education – PGDipEd
Extend your professional knowledge, explore new developments, and enhance your contribution to the education field.
Digital Education – Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Gain the critical insight and practical skills you need to thrive in the rapidly changing field of digital learning and teaching.
Early Years – Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Develop your knowledge and skills to become a leader in early years education.
Educational Administration and Leadership – Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Develop the skills and knowledge you need to progress your career as an educational leader.
Inclusive Education – Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Go further with your passion for education. Gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to support teachers and students with diverse learning needs.
Literacy Education – Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Take your teaching career to the next level with Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Literacy Education). Develop your teaching skills to support all learners in their literacy.
Mathematics Education – Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Take your professional practice to the next level with Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Mathematics Education).
Māori Education – Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Make a difference in Māori education. Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Māori Education) will prepare you to be at the forefront of learning and teaching with advanced study in Māori education.
Postgraduate Diploma in Educational and Developmental Psychology – PGDipEdDevPsych
Become an educational psychologist by completing Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Educational and Developmental Psychology. This qualification is a one-year internship and provides a framework for supervised professional practice.
Postgraduate Diploma in Learning Support – PGDipLrnSupport
Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Learning Support is for Learning Support Coordinators (LSC), Special Education Needs Coordinators (SENCo), and Teachers working in the area of learning support.
Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching – PGDipSpecTchg
Want to create a more equitable and diverse education system? With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching you can contribute to bringing about better learning outcomes for all.
Blind and Low Vision – Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching
With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching (Blind and Low Vision) you can create more equitable learning outcomes for all learners.
Complex Educational Needs – Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching
With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching (Complex Educational Needs) you can create more equitable learning outcomes for all learners.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching
With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) you can create more equitable learning outcomes for Deaf and Hard of Hearing learners.
Early Intervention – Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching
With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching (Early Intervention) you can create more equitable learning outcomes for all learners.
Gifted Education – Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching
With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching (Gifted Education) you can create more equitable learning outcomes for all learners.
Learning and Behaviour – Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching
With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching (Learning and Behaviour) you can create more equitable learning outcomes for all learners.
Te Aho Paerewa Postgraduate Diploma Teaching and Learning in Māori Medium – PGDipT&LMM
Te Aho Paerewa is New Zealand’s first university postgraduate qualification in Māori-medium initial teacher education.
Takatū mai koe hei kaiako, hei kaiarataki i ngā Kura Kaupapa Māori. Ko Te Aho Paerewa he tohu paerua tuatahi o ngā whare wānanga o Aotearoa ki te whakangungu kaiako mātauranga Māori.
PhD and other doctoral degrees
Doctor of Philosophy – PhD
A prestigious research qualification that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent and original research in your chosen field.
Relevant research areas at Massey
Discover research expertise, projects and initiatives relating to education at Massey.
What our students say
“I learned a great deal from completing this degree; it has helped immensely with my chosen career path.”
“Studying my PhD in New Zealand has been the best experience. The Massey Institute of Education has a strong reputation among New Zealand universities.”
“I enjoy acting in a supporting role to teachers and families and empowering them to feel stronger and more successful in their roles.”
Speech-language therapy clinic
A teaching clinic offering therapy for children and adults with communication and eating difficulties.
Supervised by specialist staff, students provide assessment and intervention support at the clinic and in the community.
Location: Auckland campus
Jobs in education
Educators support people as they learn and develop. Some of our graduates train to be teachers, including specialist roles such as education leaders or teaching students with complex needs. Others go into counselling, policy work, or speech-language therapy.
Education careers include:
- early childhood educators (ECE) or kōhanga reo kaiako
- educational psychologists, who support children and their teachers and whānau
- kaiwhakaako Māori, who teach in te reo Māori in kura or schools
- speech-language therapists specialising in children's communication development
- teachers in primary or secondary schools
- teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)
- tutors.
Annual salary ranges for jobs
- Early childhood teacher – $57,000 to $100,000
- Educational psychologist – $56,000 to $150,000
- Kaiwhakaako Māori – $55,000 to $103,000
- Primary school teacher – $55,000 to $95,000
- Secondary school teacher – $57,000 to $103,000
- Teacher of English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) – $48,000 to $80,000
Teacher education training
To be a registered teacher in ECE, primary or secondary schools, here are the steps to follow.
1
Get a bachelor's degree or higher, such as Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.
2
Do a Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching, specialising in early childhood, primary or secondary teacher education.
These one-year courses — or two years part-time — include 16 weeks' supervised work in a school or early childhood centre.
3
Apply to the Teaching Council for registration or certification. Requirements vary for ECE, primary and secondary teachers.
Salary ranges disclaimer
Indicative pay rates are:
- in New Zealand dollars
- based on careers.govt.nz data.
Which education qualification?
Examples of where our qualifications may take you.
| Jobs | Examples of what you could study |
|---|---|
| Counsellor | Master of Counselling Studies |
| Early childhood educator | Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Early Childhood Education) |
| Educational psychologist | Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology |
| Kaiwhakaako Māori | Te Aho Tātairangi: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning Kura Kaupapa Māori |
| Policy analyst | Bachelor of Arts (Education) |
| Speech-language therapist | Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy with Honours |
| Teacher in primary or secondary school |
Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Primary) Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Secondary) |
| Teacher (TESOL) |
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics Master of Applied Linguistics (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) |
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