University Of Otago Teaching

The University of Otago College of Education is dedicated to the enhancement of educational practice through high quality teaching, scholarship, research, professional leadership and community service, to benefit children, other learners, educators and the wider community (in local, national and international settings).



Start your career with a Bachelor of Teaching

Teaching is a rewarding profession that changes lives.

Choose between:

Use your existing degree to teach

If you already have a degree, you could become a teacher with the one-year Master of Teaching and Learning programme.

Choose between:



Study Education

The study of education provides a critical analysis of educational theories, policies and practices.

It is about how societies ensure children and adults become knowledgeable citizens.

Postgraduate programmes



These programmes enable both experienced teachers and those who have studied education to advance their skills and knowledge.