Master of Specialist Teaching
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- Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
UC's Master of Specialist Teaching (MSpecTchg) is ideal for educators who work with children and learners who have special educational needs. Learn more about studying an MSpecTchg through our Te Kaupeka Ako | Faculty of Education.
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The Specialist Teaching programme is relevant for educators working with children and learners who have special educational needs in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors.
The programme is coursework-based, meaning it is ideal for educators who aim to provide professional leadership in their area of expertise but who do not wish to undertake a thesis. The Master of Specialist Teaching (MSpecTchg) employs a mix of distance and blended learning delivery options that provide flexibility for all students, regardless of location.
The degree can be awarded unendorsed, or endorsed in one of four areas. Graduates will gain a comprehensive understanding of their selected specialism, and will have the expertise, knowledge, interdisciplinary networks, and strategies to provide innovative approaches to meet children’s and learners’ special education needs in their workplace.
To enrol in the Master of Specialist Teaching you must have previously completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching with at least a B Grade Point Average, and approval to enrol from Amo Matua, Ako | Executive Dean of Education.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Specialist Teaching or use the admission requirements checker.
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
The MSpecTchg consists of two 30-point courses, which can be completed by distance study.
You can study this Master's in 6–12 months full-time.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Specialist Teaching.
2024 tuition fee estimate: $8,184 per 120 points
2025 tuition fee estimate: $8,675 per 120 points
2024 tuition fee estimate: $53,100 per 180 points ($35,400 per 120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $55,200 per 180 points ($36,800 per 120 points)
The degree can be awarded unendorsed, or endorsed in one of four areas:
Choose one of the following:
Plus 30 points of courses selected from these options.
Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits, such as specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.