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Study Higher Education at Otago

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The study of higher education is concerned primarily with critical inquiry into, and the reflective application of best practice in teaching and learning in the tertiary sector.

As a field of knowledge, higher education crosses the boundaries of other knowledge areas that are taught at tertiary level. The study of higher education is concerned primarily with critical inquiry into, and the reflective application of best practice in teaching and learning in the various knowledge areas.

It includes research into the nature of universities and other tertiary institutions and the way in which academic work within these institutions is constructed. Higher education also encompasses the development of professional competence, leadership and management in the tertiary sector.

Apply for the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCertHighE) through the Dunedin campus in 2023

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Apply for the Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE) through the Dunedin campus in 2023

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Qualifications

Explore your study options further. Refer to enrolment information found on the following qualification pages.

Programme requirements

Master of Higher Education (MHEd)

Papers
  • HEDU 501 Critical Reflection on Higher Education
  • HEDU 502 Learning Theory and Practice in Higher Education
  • HEDU 503 Research in Higher Education
  • HEDU 504 Academic Leadership in Higher Education
  • HEDU 590 Research Dissertation

Note: These papers are also available through Distance Learning.

Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCertHighE)

Papers
  • HEDU 501 Critical Reflection on Higher Education
  • HEDU 502 Learning Theory and Practice in Higher Education

Note: HEDU 501, HEDU 502 are also available through Distance Learning.

Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (PGDipHighE)

Papers
  • HEDU 501 Critical Reflection on Higher Education
  • HEDU 502 Learning Theory and Practice in Higher Education
  • HEDU 503 Research in Higher Education
  • HEDU 510 Advanced Topics in Higher Education (30 points); or a 30 point paper at 400-level approved by the Programme Director.

Note: These papers are also available through Distance Learning.

Papers

Paper code Year Title Points Teaching period
HEDU501 2023 Critical Reflection on Higher Education 30 points Full Year
HEDU502 2023 Learning Theory and Practice in Higher Education 30 points Full Year, 1st Non standard period
HEDU503 2023 Research in Higher Education 30 points Semester 1
HEDU504 2023 Academic Leadership in Higher Education 30 points Semester 2
HEDU510 2023 Advanced Topics in Higher Education 30 points Semester 2
HEDU590 2023 Research Dissertation 60 points 1st Non standard period, 2nd Non standard period

Key information for future students

Contact us

Higher Education Development Centre
Email hedc@otago.ac.nz
Web otago.ac.nz/hedc/study