Victoria University of Wellington

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Education at Victoria University of Wellington is designed to enhance your research, writing, and analytical skills while providing a deeper understanding of educational theories and practices. This one-year programme includes a supervised research project and advanced coursework that encourages self-directed learning.

What you'll study

The programme is structured around core Honours courses and a research project. You will engage in topics that critically examine contemporary issues in education. Key components include:

• Honours Research Project (30 points): Engage in research planning, ethics, and methodology, conduct your research under supervision, and submit a comprehensive research report.
• Core Honours Courses: Examples of topics include:
• Research Methods in Education
• Contemporary Education Policy
• Social and Emotional Development
• Education, Development and Change in Aotearoa
• Mentoring and Coaching for Educational Leadership
• Pacific Values Through Place, Space and Identity

Full-time students typically complete the programme in one year, while part-time students may extend their study over a maximum of four years, depending on course availability.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the Honours programme, you generally need:

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a B range average (or equivalent).
• To meet any prerequisites for the subjects you intend to study.
• Acceptance by the Head of School as capable of proceeding with your proposed course of study.

English language proficiency is also required, typically demonstrated by:

• TOEFL iBT: 90 (minimum)
• PTE Academic: 58 (minimum)

Documents typically required include academic transcripts, English test results (if applicable), and any additional programme-specific documentation requested by the university.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Education are well-prepared for various career paths in the education sector. You may find opportunities in educational policy, teaching, educational leadership, or further academic research. Additionally, after completing your studies in New Zealand, you may be eligible to apply for a post-study work visa, allowing you to gain valuable work experience in the field.