Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Arts in Education

The Bachelor of Arts in Education is a comprehensive program that allows students to major or minor in Education. Students who major in Education can also progress to a Bachelor of Arts with Honors, Master's, EdD, or PhD in Education. Additionally, Education courses can be taken in combination with other degrees.

Program Structure

The program offers a range of stimulating Education courses, including three introductory courses that are available through distance learning:

• EDUC101: Spark! How & What People Learn
• EDUC102: Child and Adolescent Development
• EDUC103: Education, Culture and Society

Learning Opportunities

From the 300 level, students can opt to incorporate an internship into their degrees, providing them with hands-on experience in various fields. Recent internship placements have included:

• The Christchurch Arts Council
• Ngai Tahu's Aoraki Bound
• Imagination Station
• Lego Play Centre
• Katie Barlow's BA Internship Placement
• Two local schools (not as teachers!)
• Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery
• Burnside High School
• Rainbow Early Learning Centre
• Canterbury Migrants Centre Trust

Career Opportunities

A Bachelor of Arts in Education opens doors to many meaningful and rewarding careers and postgraduate study options. Graduates possess the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to succeed in various fields.

Important Note

Please note that this qualification is not a pathway to teacher registration. If you wish to study to become a registered teacher, you should explore the Initial Teacher Education qualifications.