Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership PGDipEdLd

University of Auckland

New Zealand, Auckland

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University of Auckland

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Credit point

120 Points

Campuses

City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines2-Mar-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 41,594 / year

Next Intake 2-Mar-2026

Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership PGDipEdLd

About

This programme is designed to develop the knowledge and skills that aspiring and current educational leaders need to meet the need for high-quality, equitable learning opportunities for all children.

The courses are taught by nationally and internationally respected academic staff whose research has had a considerable impact on New Zealand’s educational policy and practice.

Highlights

Equips you with skills and knowledge to advance your leadership, career and salary prospects.
Includes opportunities for workplace projects.
Can be taken as a stand-alone qualification or as a pathway into the Master of Educational Leadership.

Disciplines

Education and Social Work

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Programme requirements

You must have completed an undergraduate degree from a recognised university (or similar institution) and a professional qualification in teaching (or similar profession).

Note: If you already hold the same or a substantially similar qualification, you may not be admitted to this programme. This includes the Master of Education in Educational Administration, the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Management and the Master of Educational Management at the .

You will also need at least three years’ practical experience in teaching (or in a related profession) including experience in a formal or informal leadership and/or management role.

Further programme requirements

English language requirements

If you are an international applicant whose first language is not English you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency.

You will require an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0. See alternative English language requirements.

Career

Where could this programme take you?

This programme provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to be an outstanding leader in the education sector.

Jobs related to this programme

Education consultant
Policy development manager (education)
Professional development facilitator
School head of department
School principal
School senior leadership team member
Senior teacher

Further study options

See all study options

Student career planning service

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.