Introduction

The Specialist Teaching programme is relevant for educators working with children and learners who have special educational needs in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors.

The programme is coursework-based, meaning it is ideal for educators who aim to provide professional leadership in their area of expertise but who do not wish to undertake a thesis. The Master of Specialist Teaching (MSpecTchg) employs a mix of distance and blended learning delivery options that provide flexibility for all students, regardless of location.

The degree can be awarded unendorsed, or endorsed in one of four areas. Graduates will gain a comprehensive understanding of their selected specialism, and will have the expertise, knowledge, interdisciplinary networks, and strategies to provide innovative approaches to meet children’s and learners’ special education needs in their workplace.

Entry requirements

To enrol in the Master of Specialist Teaching you must have previously completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching with at least a B Grade Point Average, and approval to enrol from Amo Matua, Ako | Executive Dean of Education.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

Note: In order to graduate with the degree endorsed in Deaf and Hard of Hearing, you must also be able to demonstrate proficiency in Aotearoa New Zealand Sign Language.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Specialist Teaching or use the admission requirements checker.

How to apply

You can apply online at myUC.

See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.