Bachelor of Teaching and Learning in Primary Teaching in Christchurch New Zealand | University of Canterbury

Education thrives through purposeful engagement. A career in Primary Teaching empowers you to nurture and unlock children's enduring capabilities, profoundly impacting their futures. If you're dynamic, imaginative, and passionate about working with young learners, this profession offers the perfect path.
Master the art of delivering the Primary curriculum, covering subjects like mathematics, English, science, technology, social studies, health and physical education, along with creative arts and languages.
Cultivate your professional identity as an educator while developing expertise to become an advocate, leader, and knowledge-builder within Primary education.
The program emphasizes bicultural integration, blending Māori and Western educational approaches, featuring marae stays and annual courses in Te reo Māori me onā tikanga.
Gain 125 days of supervised practical training in educational settings, working alongside seasoned teachers.
Earning a Primary Teaching qualification creates opportunities for teaching and leadership positions across various school levels.

The degree also provides versatile skills applicable beyond teaching, valuable in educational contexts and youth-focused roles.
Potential career directions encompass: classroom teaching, educational policy development, youth and community services, and advocacy work.