StudyQA — Master: Educational Leadership — The University of Auckland

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The Master of Educational Leadership at the University of Auckland is a comprehensive postgraduate program designed to prepare current and aspiring educational leaders to effectively manage and lead within diverse educational settings. This programme provides students with an advanced understanding of leadership theories, management strategies, and policy developments relevant to schools, tertiary institutions, and other educational organizations. Emphasizing critical thinking, innovative problem-solving, and ethical decision-making, the course aims to empower graduates to positively influence educational practices and policy at local, national, and international levels.

Throughout the programme, students engage with complex issues such as curriculum development, change management, staff development, and governance, equipping them with practical skills applicable in various leadership roles. The curriculum combines theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies, fostering reflective practice and strategic planning capabilities. Faculty members are renowned experts in the field of education, offering guidance rooted in extensive research and practical experience.

The programme is suitable for educators seeking leadership roles, administrators aiming to enhance their skills, and policy professionals involved in educational reform. It features a flexible delivery mode, including evening classes and online components, accommodating the diverse needs of students balancing work commitments with study. Graduates of this programme gain a competitive edge in the education sector, with enhanced capabilities to lead change, improve organizational effectiveness, and advocate for equitable educational opportunities.

Research opportunities are integrated into the programme, allowing students to explore pertinent issues such as educational equity, digital transformation, and community engagement. Collaborative learning and networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders are encouraged, fostering a vibrant professional community. Upon completion, graduates are well-equipped to make significant contributions to the development of educational institutions and policies, ultimately impacting student outcomes and community well-being.

There are two pathways within the degree – a Research Masters (completion of a thesis) or a Taught Masters (course work and a dissertation).

Research Masters

60 ects Thesis

Taught Masters

30 ects Dissertation
Special Topic: Leadership for Learning
Special Topic: Accelerating Learning
Early Years Pedagogy
Education Law: Policy Implications
Educational Leadership
Educational Policy and Organisations
Educational Leadership in the Electronic Age
ECE Curriculum Issues
Undertaking Research for School Improvement
Mentoring Teachers
Developing Professional Expertise
Education and Empowerment
Educational Change
Special Topic: Culturally Responsive Leadership
Researching Māori Education

Entry criteria

In order to be admitted to this programme, a student needs to have completed the requirements for one of the following:

a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership from this University, or its equivalent approved by Senate or its representative with an average grade of B or higher
a postgraduate diploma in education as approved by the Dean of the Faculty of Education and Social Work with an average grade of B or higher

and

hold a professional qualification in teaching or other profession approved by Senate or its representative
have at least three years of practical experience in teaching or a related profession, including experience in a formal or informal leadership and/or management role.

Documents to support your application

Birth Certificate, or Relevant pages of your passport, or Citizenship Certificate.
ID photo
your official academic transcript
your official programme completion certificate
your mark sheets
your relevant course outlines (3)
IELTS or TOEFL or equivalent.

Minimum postgraduate English language requirements

IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5 and all bands 6.0 or better
Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): Overall score of 90 plus a written score of 21
Paper-based TOEFL: Overall score of 575 plus Essay (TWE) of 4.5
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Overall score of 176 and all bands 169 or better
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Overall score of 58 and no PTE communicative skills score below 50. You must authorise the University to view and verify your PTE scores.
Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): 85