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University of Auckland

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

On Campus

Credit point

120 Points

Campuses

City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines15-Jul-2024

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 38,273 / year

Next Intake 15-Jul-2024

Higher Education MHigherEd

About

This programme is designed to be taken part-time by those working in a learning and teaching role in the tertiary sector who would like to undertake research-informed and based study in higher education.

It provides a collegial, cross-disciplinary space for you to explore academic citizenship and learning and teaching and the higher education context, and to undertake a supervised higher education learning and teaching research project.

It aims to foster a higher-education community of practice among students through the use of active and peer learning, learning by teaching and collaborative learning activities and assessments, in order to enhance the standard and standing of tertiary learning and teaching at students' institutions and beyond.

Courses will be taught and assessed through a blended learning model, using a combination of face-to-face (or streamed) seminars and online resources and assessments.

The programme has 120-point (two years part-time) and 180-point (three years part-time) options. For both options, students must currently be, or have recently been, employed in the tertiary education sector.

Academic and professional staff at the University of Auckland who are New Zealand citizens or permanent residents can claim payment of tuition fees on a pro rata basis under the terms of their respective Collective Employment Contracts. In the case of the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education and Master of Higher Education, they can claim up to 30 points per semester. Please discuss your enrolment and the payment of tuition fees with your Academic Head or Manager before applying.

Designed for those working in a tertiary teaching role, this masters degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills to teach and research in learning and teaching in your discipline.

Taught 120-point

60 points: Core courses

Topics in Higher Education (HIGHED 703) (30 points) or HIGHED 701 or 702 with approval
Research Methodologies (EDUCSW 700) or MÄori and Indigenous Research (EDUC 787) (30 points)

60 points: Research project

Dissertation (HIGHED 793, 793A/B) (60 points)

Taught 180 points

120 points: Core courses

Learning and Teaching (HIGHED 701) (30 points)
Course Design (HIGHED 702) (30 points)
Topics in Higher Education (HIGHED 703) (30 points)
Research Methodologies (EDUCSW 700) or MÄori and Indigenous Research (EDUC 787) (30 points)

60 points: Research project

Dissertation (HIGHED 793 or 793A/B) (60 points)

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Sample programme structure

Taught 120 poimts

Year 1 60 points

Code:

HIGHED 703

Name:

Topics in Higher Education

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

30 pts
Code:

EDUCSW 700

Name:

Research Methodologies

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

30 pts

Year 2 60 points

Code:

HIGHED 793 or HIGHED 793A&B

Name:

Dissertation

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

60 pts

Sample programme structure

Taught 180 points

Year 1 60 points

Code:

HIGHED 701

Name:

Learning and Teaching

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

30 pts
Code:

HIGHED 702

Name:

Course Design

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

30 pts

Year 2 60 points

Code:

HIGHED 703

Name:

Topics in Higher Education

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

30 pts
Code:

HIGHED 704

Name:

Research Project Design

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

30 pts

Year 3 60 points

Code:

HIGHED 793 or HIGHED 793A&B

Name:

Dissertation

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

60 pts

2023 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

University of Auckland Another tertiary institution

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 120 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

Postgraduate degree or diploma
Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

An undergraduate degree or Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice or Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

Taught 120 points Taught 180 points

You must have completed a postgraduate degree or diploma in any field with a GPA of 5 or higher in 120 points in the most advanced courses taken. You must also have at least 3 yearsâ€™ tertiary teaching experience that is equivalent to the content and experience obtained through the PGCertHighEd (subject to the approval of the Programme Coordinator).

In addition, you must have been employed within the past three years in the tertiary education sector in a substantial role in teaching and/or supporting student learning.

Note: A substantial role in teaching or supporting student learning may include academic, library or learning design positions.

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in any field with a GPA of 5 or higher in 120 points in the most advanced courses taken

In addition, you must have been employed within the past three years in the tertiary education sector in a substantial role in teaching and/or supporting student learning.

If you have completed a PGCertHighEd or PGCertAcadPrac with a GPA of 5 or higher, but the certificate has not been awarded, you may reassign those courses to this degree.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 120 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0

Postgraduate degree or diploma
Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0

An undergraduate degree or a one-year postgraduate degree in Academic Practice, Teaching and Learning, Higher Education or similar field.
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

Disciplines

Education and Social Work

Requirements

Entry Requirements

This normally requires a completed bachelor degree or postgraduate certificate from New Zealand, or an acceptable equivalent qualification from a recognised university (or similar) overseas. Previous work experience may be taken into account.

Career

This programme offers a path beyond the Postgraduate Certificates in Academic Practice or Higher Education for those keen to further their understanding of higher education learning and teaching, and their higher education research capability. This qualification can also provide the foundations for doctoral study. A graduate of this programme would need to complete an additional 30-point-course (supervised research project) to apply for PhD study.

Jobs related to this programme

Higher education or scholarship of teaching and learning researcher
Learning and teaching leadership role (e.g., associate dean, head of school, team leader or course director)
Tertiary learning adviser
Tertiary/university lecturer
Tertiary/university librarian

Further study options

Doctor of Education
Doctor of Philosophy

See all study options

Dr Lokesh P Padhye - Senior Lecturer in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Lokesh's curiosity to understand research-informed, effective teaching practices led him to study the Master of Higher Education.

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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.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

NZD 38,273 / year

How to Apply

Register for a new account:
- Click ‘Sign up for a new account’ below the Password field.
- A confirmation message will ask you to confirm sign up for a new account. Select ‘Confirm’.
- The 'Register for a new account' page will appear. Enter your email address, name and a password and click ‘Register’ (After accepting the IT Acceptable Use Policy and Disclaimer).
- On the next page provide your contact details, date of birth, citizenship and ethnicity. Please also indicate if you have a disability so we can better meet your needs.
Complete all your Application for Admission sections, including:
- ‘Academic History’: Enter all qualifications you completed or are currently completing.
- ‘Programme Selection’: Select your intended programme.
- Upload any documents requested (e.g. transcripts from your prior study)
Submit your application.
- Ensure you have read the Declaration section. Click, ‘I Agree’ and ‘Submit application.’