PGDip - Educational Leadership as a subject
Postgraduate diplomas provide the opportunity for continuing professional development in the same area as an original degree. A postgraduate diploma can often lead to a masters degree.
Effective leadership in educational settings is critical in order to grow and sustain successful organisations. Enhance your career prospects with a specialised leadership programme that challenges you personally and professionally.
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| Entry Requirements: | Entry usually requires a bachelors degree (or equivalent) and an advanced level of study in your subject area. |
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| Year: | 1.0 |
| Points: | 120 points |
| Start Dates: | February (Semester A) and July (Semester B) |
| Fees (International): | $29,370-$38,350 per year |
| Entry Requirements: | Postgraduate International |
| *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. | |
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Papers
Papers available within Educational Leadership
Prescriptions for the PGCert(EdLeadership), PGDip(EdLeadership) and MEdLeadership
To complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership, students must take 60 points from EDLED501, EDLED502, EDLED504, EDLED505, EDLED503, or EDLED506. Within the Postgraduate Certificate a specialisation is available in Coaching and Mentoring, which requires EDLED503 and EDLED506.
To complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership, students must take 120 points at 500 level, including EDLED501 and EDLED502, and a further 60 points from the following list. Within the Postgraduate Diploma a specialisation is available in Coaching and Mentoring. Students must take 120 points including EDLED501, EDLED502, EDLED503 and EDLED506.
To complete an MEdLeadership, students must take 180 points at 500 level from the following list, including EDLED501, EDLED502, and one of EDUCA500, EDUCA557, or MAOED500, and one of a Directed Study equivalent to 30 points, or a Dissertation equivalent to 60 points, or a Thesis equivalent to 90 points.
Candidates who hold a BTchg(Hons) or a PGDip(EdLeadership) must take a further 120 points, including any required papers, to complete the Master of Educational Leadership.
Scholarships and prizes
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Programme structure
To complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership, students must take 60 points from EDLED501, EDLED502, EDLED504, EDLED505, EDLED503, or EDLED506.
To complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership, students must take 60 points from EDLED501, EDLED502, EDLED504, EDLED505, EDLED503, or EDLED506. Within the Postgraduate Certificate a specialisation is available in Coaching and Mentoring, which requires EDLED503 and EDLED506.
If you require any advice on planning your study please contact one of our Programme Administrators - educ_grad@waikato.ac.nz
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The Centre for Educational Leadership Research supports the development of high quality research, teaching and learning encounters.
The Centre for Educational Leadership Research supports the development of high quality research, teaching and learning encounters. As a professional network and hub for leadership inquiry, Communities of Learning, professional learning opportunities and regular research meetings – the work of the Centre explores leadership in its many forms and examines possibilities for supporting educational leaders across a range of contexts in the community. For more information visit: http://edleadershipcentre.nz/
Contacts
Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education
Programme Leader
Associate Professor Rachel McNae
Phone:(+64) 7 838 4466 ext 7731
Room: TT2.12
Email: rachel.mcnae@waikato.ac.nz
Programme Administrator Postgraduate & Research
Tracey Rowan
Phone: (+64) 7 838 4466 Ext: 7721
Email: educ_grad@waikato.ac.nz
Programme Administrator Postgraduate & Research
Dr Jinah Lee
Phone: (+64) 7 838 4466 Ext:7870
Email: educ_grad@waikato.ac.nz
Academic Coordinator Tauranga
Dr Nadine Ballam
Phone: (+64) 7 262 0547 Extn: 3547
Email: nadine.ballam@waikato.ac.nz
Based at our Tauranga Campus