Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE)
University of Otago
About this program
Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE)
The Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE) builds on the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCertHighE). It is a part-time program consisting of four 30 point papers that can be completed in a minimum of two years and a maximum of four.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE) is also available through Distance Learning.
Admission requirements
Admission to the program shall be subject to the approval of the Convener of the Interdivisional Board of Studies in Higher Education.
Every applicant must:
- i. be a graduate and, normally, be engaged in tertiary teaching; or
- ii. if enrolling for a program for an endorsed certificate, be a graduate and, normally, be engaged in clinical teaching at tertiary level; or
- iii. have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Board of Studies.
If your first language is not English you need to meet our English language requirements as follows: IELTS score of 6.5 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0); Internet-based TOEFL: Score of 95 with a minimum writing score of 22; Paper-based TOEFL: score of 587 (TWE 4.5), we also accept a number of other English language tests. Due to COVID-19, we currently accept IELTS Indicator Test, and TOEFL iBT Special home Edition.
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Program content
The program of study shall consist of
- Critical Reflection on Higher Education
- Learning Theory and Practice in Higher Education
- Research in Higher Education
- Advanced Topics in Higher Education or a 30 point paper at 400-level approved by the program Director.
Where the postgraduate diploma is endorsed in either Clinical Education or Educational Technology, students will undertake study in the selected specialist area within each paper.
Subject area
- Higher Education
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Program delivery
Application Details
Applicants must apply online. They should also attach all the necessary supporting documents which includes scanned copies of their previous official academic transcripts (awards gained, marks, grades) with their application, and provide proof of their identity this is usually achieved by providing a certified copy of the personal details page of their passport or a birth certificate (in English). Applicants must also submit detailed research proposal that shows they are familiar with current literature surrounding their topic; an up-to date curriculum vitae; and name of the academic staff member with whom they have been in contact; and with an approximate start date. They may also be required to submit an Educational Credential Evaluators report (ECE). As soon as applicants have completed their online application, their proof of identity document must be posted to International Office, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand. International student applications for semester 1/summer school study close: Oct-31; Semester 2 study close: Apr-30.
Tuition
International tuition fees per year: 34566 NZD
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University of Otago
Founded in 1869, the University of Otago is New Zealand's first university. Otago has gained an excellent international reputation for its research and teaching. Ranked among the world’s top 1% of universities according to QS World University Rankings, Otago students...
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