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28 Best Education Programs in New Zealand

There are 28 Education programs in New Zealand, spread across 6 universities — most run Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies. Courses from University of Auckland, University of Otago and Victoria University of Wellington come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Bachelor's Degree
AU University of Auckland logo
QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies at the University of Auckland provides broad study of early childhood education and social contexts for children from birth to eig...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
Full-time: 3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Semester One – 1 March; Semester Two – 19 JulyIntake
Education
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2Bachelor's Degree
AU University of Auckland logo
QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Education (TESOL)

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) (BEd(TESOL)) at the University of Auckland prepares you to teach TESOL. You study courses in p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 years full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
Semester One (March)Semester Two (July)Intake
Education
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3Bachelor's Degree
AU University of Auckland logo
QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Education (Teaching)

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Education (Teaching) at the University of Auckland is an undergraduate programme with 360 points of coursework and at least 120 days of practicum. It comb...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: VariesDuration
Full TimeMode
March; FebruaryIntake
Education
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4Bachelor's Degree
AU University of Auckland logo
QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (Honours)

University of Auckland — The University of Auckland’s Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (Honours) is a one-year advanced postgraduate programme that builds on an existing Bachelor of Education (Te...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: VariesDuration
Full TimeMode
Semester One – 1 March; Semester Two – 19 JulyIntake
Education
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5Bachelor's Degree
AU University of Auckland logo
QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Education

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Education (BSportHPE) is a three-year undergraduate degree focused on sport coaching, physical activity, health promotion, and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: VariesDuration
Full TimeMode
Semester One – 1 March; Semester Two – 19 JulyIntake
Education
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13Foundation
VU Victoria University of Wellington logo
QS World #240 #4 in New Zealand Wellington, New Zealand

Foundation Studies Programme

Victoria University of Wellington — Foundation Studies helps international students who do not meet entry requirements prepare for undergraduate study at Victoria University of Wellington. The curriculum bu...

FoundationLevel
6-, 8/9- and 12-months (two, three, or four terms)Duration
Full TimeMode
four intakes per yearIntake
Education
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14Foundation
UC University of Canterbury logo
QS World #261 #5 in New Zealand Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Certificate in Foundation Studies (CertFounStudies)

University of Canterbury — The University of Canterbury offers the Certificate in Foundation Studies to complete the equivalent of your final year in high school and pathway into a degree at UC. Th...

FoundationLevel
8 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
JuneOctoberFebruaryIntake
Education
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15Foundation
UC University of Canterbury logo
QS World #261 #5 in New Zealand Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Certificate in University Preparation (CUP)

University of Canterbury — The Certificate in University Preparation (CUP) at the University of Canterbury is a foundation programme for Aotearoa New Zealand citizens, or holders of a Residence Cla...

FoundationLevel
12 weeks full-time, up to 12 months part-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
February, July, or NovemberIntake
Education
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16Diploma
UC University of Canterbury logo
QS World #261 #5 in New Zealand Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Diploma in University Studies (DipUniSt)

University of Canterbury — The Diploma in University Studies (DipUniSt) at the University of Canterbury is a supportive first year that provides conditional entry into first year degree courses. It...

DiplomaLevel
1 year full-time, up to 2 years part-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
FebruaryIntake
Education
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17Foundation
UC University of Canterbury logo
QS World #261 #5 in New Zealand Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Summer Headstart (COP PREP)

University of Canterbury — The Summer Headstart (COP PREP) programme at the University of Canterbury is for students who have University Entrance (UE) and want a subject refresh and/or a confidence...

FoundationLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Education
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18Foundation
NM Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology logo
#9 in New Zealand New Zealand

Foundation Pathways

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology — The Foundation Pathways program at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is designed for international students who wish to prepare for further academic studi...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
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19Program
NM Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology logo
#9 in New Zealand New Zealand

Supported Learning Programmes

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology — The Supported Learning Programmes at the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) are designed to provide a comprehensive education framework for students who re...

—Level
—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
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22Bachelor's Degree
OP Open Polytechnic logo
#12 in New Zealand New Zealand

Bachelor of Teaching Primary Education

Open Polytechnic — The Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) (OP7032) at Open Polytechnic is designed for people aiming to become a primary school teacher. You study primary education wi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
FebruaryIntake
Education
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How these courses are ranked

4 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #65 (University of Auckland) to #261 (University of Canterbury); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Auckland is cited most (10,118,145 citations).

What the courses look like

By level: 9 bachelor's, 6 diploma, 6 master's and 5 foundation. The usual length is Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies and Full-time: 3 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (93% of courses with a stated intake) and Summer (53% of courses with a stated intake). Open Polytechnic offers the widest choice, with 9 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Education in New Zealand?

University of Auckland (QS World #65), University of Otago (QS World #197) and Victoria University of Wellington (QS World #240) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Education in New Zealand?

Of those with published fees, Victoria University of Wellington is the least expensive at about USD 23,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does an Education course take in New Zealand?

Most listed courses run Full-time: 3 years; Part-time: Varies, with Full-time: 3 years the next most common.

When do Education courses start in New Zealand?

Spring is the main intake — 93% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Summer is the second.

Which university has the most Education courses in New Zealand?

Open Polytechnic, with 9, ahead of University of Otago (6).

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