Course details

Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies (Adult Teaching)
NZQF Level 8

About the course

The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies - Adult Teaching will suit you if you're wanting to advance your research and leadership skills, applying theoretical study to examples of work-based situations. During the course you'll learn to critique, analyse and find effective solutions to issues and challenges within your specialist field. Your assessments and projects directly support your employment so you can put your new skills and knowledge into practice on the job. You get the opportunity to design and facilitate effective lessons, as a result of critical self-reflection and constructive feedback. The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies leads onto Masters study – within 18 months you could complete both qualifications. Or, complete your Postgraduate Diploma and put your new skills to work. You can return at any time to take your learning to the next level.

Entry requirements

To be admitted to this course, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Hold a Bachelor's Degree or a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a cognate subject, OR Hold the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Professional Studies (with endorsement) or in cognate subject for entry to the Postgraduate Diploma; OR A combination of academic and practical or professional experience based upon a record of learning (academic transcript), parchment and a curriculum vitae detailing relevant educational achievements work experience and professional achievements as follows:

Completion of a post-secondary school diploma in a related discipline at NZQA level 7 or equivalent from a recognised tertiary provider; AND Demonstration of at least two years relevant practical experience with at least two written references (employer and character); OR Demonstration of at least five years relevant practical or professional experience at a senior level, evidence of ability to study at postgraduate qualification level and two written references (employer and character).

About the provider

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest tertiary provider in the Bay of Plenty and the third largest institute of technology in New Zealand. We are home to more than 14,000 students, more than 1,000 staff, and we offer more than 150 study options ranging from certificate to post-graduate level.

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