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

1 In order to be admitted to this postgraduate diploma, an applicant must have: 

a been enrolled in the Master of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) 

and 

b passed at least 30 points for that degree 

and 

c been recommended for admission by the Programme Director.

2 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must: 

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points 

and 

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas. 

3 The total enrolment for this postgraduate diploma must not exceed 160 points. 

4 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must pass 120 points from courses listed in the Postgraduate Diploma in Education Studies schedule. 

5 The programme for each student must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.  

6 A student admitted to this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity of the University Calendar.

7 This postgraduate diploma may be awarded with Distinction or Merit as specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas. 

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 came into force on 1 January 2026.