Master of Education (ECE)

Expand your research-based expertise in early childhood education and take a deep dive into topics you’re passionate about with our Master in Education (ECE).  

Pathway Options

• Master’s by thesis or primarily by thesis

  • 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
  • You will complete a 30-credit research methods course and a 90-credit research thesis.
    
    
• Master’s by coursework and thesis

  • 18 months full-time or 3 years part-time
  • You will complete three 30-credit courses including the compulsory research methods course, before you undertake your 90-credit research thesis. You may choose from a suite of level 8 and 9 courses.
    
    
• Master’s by coursework only

  • 18 months full-time or 3 years part-time
  • You will complete four to six 30-credit courses (depending on your entry qualifications). You may choose from a suite of level 8 and 9 courses.

Discover the world of teaching with Te Rito Maioha! Become a Primary or ECE teacher and enhance your career with our flexible programmes. 

We are a bicultural organisation and are proud to be one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s top tertiary education providers as rated by NZQA.  

With over 60 years of experience, we grow skilled teachers | kaiako, leaders, educators, and experts across the motu. Our Diplomas, Bachelor Degrees, and Postgraduate programmes in Early Childhood and Primary Education will grow your kete of knowledge.

With our 11 Regional Educational Centres across the motu, we bring education and support to you, so that you can realise your true potential and be successful in your course of study.

Check us out at: ecnz.ac.nz