BEd(TESOL) - Bachelor of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

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Entry Requirements, Fees and Dates
Regulations
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Graduate Profile and Programme Capabilities

Gain expertise in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages by studying at our Faculty of Arts and Education.

Practical experience is integral to this programme. You will take part in two supervised practical experiences where you will observe TESOL teaching in a range of settings in Auckland, one of the most diverse cities in the world.

You will gain a useful foundation in subjects that inform TESOL education, such as psychology, philosophy, sociology and history. You will develop up-to-the-minute knowledge and skills in learning, teaching and assessment.

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View our BEd (TESOL) brochure here.

You will graduate with excellent skills in teaching interactive TESOL using digital technology. You will also have skills in curriculum development, assessment and planning. You will be able to teach a range of ages, from young learners to adults. (Note: To teach in a New Zealand school, you would need to complete a further Graduate Diploma in Teaching.)

Teacher in a language school
Teacher in an international school
Teacher in a university or higher education provider
Teacher of refugees or migrants
Consultant for community organisations or government
Curriculum developer
Education policy adviser
Education leader

GradDipTchg(Primary) - Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary)

GradDipTchg(Sec) - Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary)

MEd - Master of Education

MTESOL - Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

MEdLd - Master of Educational Leadership

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Key Information for Students

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Overseas qualifications

If your highest qualification was gained outside New Zealand, view our international entry requirements .

New Zealand secondary school qualifications

You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.

First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.

Guaranteed rank score, subject and other requirements

If your rank score is slightly lower than the guaranteed score, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available. If you don’t meet the requirements, you may be able to apply under our Undergraduate Targeted Admission Schemes.

Qualification and Score required

NCEA - 150

CIE - 150

IB - 26

New Zealand tertiary qualifications

You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.

Guaranteed grade requirements

These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.

Grade required

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2.4 Grade Point equivalent Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent

Further requirements

You will be required to consent to disclosure of criminal convictions as part of the application process.

Note: While a record of criminal convictions will not prevent attainment of your qualification, it may limit your options with regards to available practical learning opportunities.

See information about prior tertiary study requirements

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

See if you meet the criteria for the Undergraduate Targeted Admission Scheme (UTAS).
Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
If you are under 20, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for discretionary entrance.
If you can demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and maturity, we offer admission to applicants under 16

Year Fees Applicable

Domestic Student Annual Fees

International Student Annual Fees

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses. For more information, please see Fees and Money Matters.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Scholarships and awards

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Student loans and allowances

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Cost of living

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This is a limited entry programme: there is a limit on the number of enrolments due to staff or space capacity. For more information, please see the Programme and Course Limitations section of the University Academic and General Statutes and Regulations.

Please note: we will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Semester	Application Closing Date	Semester Start Date	Semester End Date
2026 Semester One	31 January 2026	02 March 2026	29 June 2026
2026 Semester Two	08 June 2026	20 July 2026	16 November 2026

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The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

Note: This is not an initial teacher education qualification.

1 The applicant will be required to consent to disclosure of criminal convictions and safety checks required by the Children’s Act 2014. While a record of criminal convictions will not prevent any student from attaining their qualification, it may limit their options with regards to available practical learning opportunities.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Arts and Education.

2 A student enrolled for this degree must follow a programme of the equivalent of six full-time semesters and pass courses with a total value of 360 points, unless credit is granted under the Admission Regulations and/or the Credit Regulations.

3 Of the 360 points required for this degree, a student must pass:

a at least 300 points listed in the Bachelor of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Schedule

b 30 points from courses offered in either the General Education Open Schedule or the relevant General Education Schedule approved for this degree

c the Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar

d up to 30 points from other undergraduate courses at this University.

4 A student who is required to meet the Academic English Language Requirement, as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic English Language Requirement, of the University Calendar, may substitute an academic English language course approved by the Senate or its representative for 15 points of General Education.

5 The programme for each student requires the approval of the Programme Director, or nominee, prior to enrolment each year.

6 A student enrolled for this degree must demonstrate competence in the English language, by passing EDUCSW 199, as prescribed by the Faculty of Arts and Education, before enrolment in EDPROFST 397 or 398.

7 a A student is exempted from the requirement to pass courses offered in the General Education Schedules who has:

either

(i) completed an undergraduate degree at a tertiary institution

(ii) commenced study for this degree at a tertiary institution before 1 January 2006

(iii) been admitted to this degree having completed 240 points or more of degree-level study at another tertiary institution.

b A student who has been exempted from the requirement to pass courses offered in the General Education Schedules must substitute the requirement with courses available for this degree.

c A student admitted to this degree, who has completed between 120 and 235 points inclusive of degree-level study at another tertiary institution, or who has completed a minimum of 50 points of study towards this degree in one semester at an overseas institution, either through an overseas exchange programme or through prior approval under the Credit Regulations, must pass:

(i) 15 points from courses offered in the General Education Schedules

and

(ii) a further 15 points from courses available for this degree.

d A student who has been fully or partially exempted from the requirement to pass courses offered in the General Education Schedules is nonetheless required to complete the Academic Integrity course.

8 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

9 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2026.

The programme for each student requires the approval of the Programme Director, or nominee, prior to enrolment each year.

Complete 360 points comprising:

300 to 330 points for Bachelor of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Schedule, and
30 points from General Education Courses, and
0 to 30 points from UOFAK - University of Auckland including child orgs at levels 100 to 400 Other Undergraduate Courses, and
1 item from Academic Integrity Course