Asian Languages and Cultures
Learn to speak and write the languages of two of the world's economic superpowers—China and Japan—or take Asian Studies and understand Asia as a whole.
Subjects
- Asian Studies
- Chinese
- Japanese
Teacher Education –
Learn to light a fire inside a student and nurture a lifelong desire to learn with a teaching qualification from Victoria University of Wellington.
The feeling that you are making a positive difference in the world is often said to be an ingredient for happiness in life. As a teacher, you'll make a difference every day—in big and little ways.
At Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington you'll learn to excel in the classroom, from planning lessons to meeting parents. You'll graduate prepared to help children and students develop the knowledge, skills, and attributes they need for success in their lives.
Get ready for a rewarding and challenging career in a constantly evolving sector.
Globally ranked
This programme is ranked in the top 200 universities worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
The QS World University Rankings is an annual global publication that gives overall rankings and subject rankings for more than 1,500 universities worldwide.
TeachNZ Scholarships
Find out about scholarships that can help you reach your goal here. TeachNZ Scholarships are available to support you on your journey towards being a great teacher.
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Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te reo Māori
New Zealand teachers live the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and use te reo Māori in their teaching practice. During your studies you will strengthen your knowledge of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnership and practice using te reo Māori in everyday and classroom situations.
Inspiring teachers
Study under experienced educators and published researchers. You'll find your lecturers to be knowledgeable, with infectious enthusiasm for their specialist areas.
The University has opened up my mind to new ways of thinking and my ideas and thoughts are constantly changing.
Full storyRebecca Gray
Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood student
Classroom experience
All of the University's Teacher Education study options include substantial time working with students in school classrooms or early childhood centres. This experience will help you make connections between the theory you learn in lectures and everyday practice.
I chose the University for my postgraduate degree as it offered the highest level of consistent contact with learners.
Rachelle Hautapu, Ngati Porou and Te Aitanga a Hauiti
Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) student
After you graduate
You'll graduate eligible for teacher registration in New Zealand. Find out more about the process of becoming provisionally certified from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Teaching opportunities in New Zealand are especially good for te reo Māori speakers.
Wellington is a welcoming city that boasts a diverse population, rich cultural scene, compact city centre and extensive public transport network. It's also home to many education policy-makers and political leaders—making it the perfect place to learn the inner workings of New Zealand's education sector.
Support for students
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is a welcoming place with great student support. There are all sorts of resources available to help you get the best out of your time at university.
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