Program Overview

The Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) at Open Polytechnic is a 3-year, blended learning program that equips graduates with a recognized teaching qualification for primary education. It emphasizes practical experience through partner schools and practicums, and integrates Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te reo Māori, and tikanga Māori throughout the curriculum. Graduates are eligible for registration as teachers with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand and are prepared for a variety of career opportunities in primary education and related fields.