The Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Primary) is a 12-month full-time or two or three year part-time qualification for university graduates with a degree. It can be undertaken on campus in Christchurch or by distance (FLO). Students who successfully complete the programme may be eligible for provisional registration as a teacher

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, 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.