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Graduate Diploma in Education
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 year
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3GD006
2009
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
The Graduate Diploma in Education can be undertaken by students who have completed an undergraduate degree. The objective of the program is to prepare graduates for entry to the teaching profession in middle and senior secondary schooling or with adult learners.
The Graduate Diploma program is designed to develop the theoretical knowledge, values, practical experience and skills of professional teachers. Equally it aims to develop an understanding of the nature of the educative process, the directions it could take, and the ways and means by which it may best be achieved and sustained.
It is recognised for teacher registration purposes in South Australia, and this registration is, in most cases, portable to other states and overseas countries.
- Program Structure
The program provides a systematic study of issues in education such as professional practice; learning and motivation; the social context of education; student-teacher interaction; and curriculum and assessment in the Australian context. It incorporates two 5-week blocks of supervised teaching in schools, one in the metropolitan area and one in country South Australia. Students are also required to undertake studies in curriculum areas related to undergraduate qualifications and teaching specialisations. Areas expected to be covered are: Australian Studies, Biology, Chemistry, English, Geography, History, Junior Science, Mathematics, various Modern Languages, Music, Physics, Psychology and Studies of Society and Environment. Quotas are applied in general school teaching curriculum areas.
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I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3GD006 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $5,310Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.Completed Bachelor's degree that includes two subject areas taught in secondary schools.Additional Entry Requirements
A successful National Criminal History Record Check is required by teacher-employment authorities in South Australia. A successful NCHRC is required prior to undertaking any professional experience/practicum placements which involve contact with minors (under 18 years of age). These placements form a compulsory part of the program.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3GD006International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 7 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $23,100 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Bachelor's degree, with focus on two secondary school subjectsEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting77777How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $23,100 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Study Plans
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules).
Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.Core courses Semester I
- EDUC 6205 Teaching Practice I (3 units)
- EDUC 6202 Student Learning and Interaction (3 units)
- EDUC 6201 Education, Culture and Indigenous Perspectives (3 units)
- Curriculum and Methodology 1 Part A *
- Curriculum and Methodology 2 Part A*
- Curriculum and Methodology 3 Part A*
Semester II
Curriculum and Methodology Courses * Students undertake three full-year Curriculum and Methodology courses (2 units each) to the total value of 6 units, with the exception of music, which requires two full-year, 3 unit courses. Most courses have pre-requisites. Not all courses will be offered each year. See the Program Rules for the list of courses offered. Humanities
- Geography
- History
- Studies of Society and Environment
English
- General English
- Senior English
Languages
- Chinese
- English as a second language
- French
- German
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
- Modern Greek
- Language Methodology
- Languages Education for TESOL
Business
- Accounting
- Business Studies
- Economics
Music
- Classroom music
- Instrumental music
Mathematics
- Information Technology
- Junior Mathematics
- Senior Mathematics
Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Psychology
- Agricultural Science
- Junior Science
Adult Learning
- Career Opportunities
A career in teaching offers many possibilities, both here in Australia and internationally, for graduates (or those about to graduate) in arts, economics, languages, mathematics, music, science and social science. For those who really enjoy the disciplines they have been studying and relate well to young people, teaching can be a rewarding and fulfilling career.
At present there are opportunities for permanent positions in rural and regional secondary schools in South Australia and a strong demand for secondary teachers in other Australian states and overseas - the USA and UK in particular.
Potential careers
Education Officer / Educator, Health Educator, Science Educators, Teacher
- Graduate Attributes
- Program Rules
School of Education Program Rules
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Ms Wendy Zweck Ph 08 83033731, grad.diped@adelaide.edu.au or visit www.education.adelaide.edu.au.
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Last updated: Monday, 23 Jan 2012
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