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Graduate Certificate in Education (Higher Education)

Degree Type Graduate Certificate

Duration 6 months (part-time equiv.

SATAC Code N/A

2012
ATAR
TBC

  • Program Outline

    If you are a university lecturer or other tertiary sector teacher, expert knowledge in your field is an essential requirement. However, you also need expertise in the teaching of your field. Would you like to develop this expertise and increase your familiarity with contemporary understandings of the ways students learn concepts, skills and attitudes?

    The Graduate Certificate in Education (Higher Education) offers the opportunity for you to develop such expertise and understanding. The program is both scholarly and practical and promotes the development of graduate attributes in the context of your university or tertiary teaching and research.

    The Graduate Certificate is comprised of four 3 unit courses. The courses are undertaken sequentially and include:

    • University Teaching for Effective Student Learning
    • Curriculum Design, Assessment and Evaluation
    • Reflective Practice in Learning and Teaching
    • Research Based Learning and Teaching

    The course University Teaching for Effective Student Learning must be completed first, and the course Research Based Learning and Teaching undertaken last.

    Please note: the Graduate Certificate is only offered part-time over four semesters.

  • Assessment

    Oral presentations; written and online assignments.

  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant?

    Tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $7,000 for 6 months
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only.
    How to Apply

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant?

    Not offered to international students.

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

    Not offered to international students.

  • Study Plans

    The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (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.

    The Graduate Certificate is comprised of four 3 unit courses, which are undertaken sequentially. The course University Teaching for Effective Student Learning must be completed first, and the course Research Based Learning and Teaching undertaken last.

    Core courses
    • EDUC 5401: University Teaching for Effective Student Learning
    • EDUC 5402: Curriculum Design, Assessment and Evaluation
    • EDUC 5403: Reflective Practice in Learning and Teaching
    • EDUC 5404: Research Based Learning and Teaching

  • Graduate Attributes

     

  • Program Rules
  • Further Information

    Please direct enquiries to the University Contact Centre
    Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

    The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.

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Last updated: Monday, 11 Feb 2013

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