160906 v.5 Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary Education)

Introduction

This course enables those with approved qualifications to become certificated teachers. The course is accredited nationally and the qualification is also recognised in other countries. The course adopts an integrated approach to educational theory and practice. It is not an appropriate course for qualified teachers.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelors degree, or equivalent qualification, from a recognised institution. The selection of a teaching specialisation is based on the content studied in the bachelor degree.

Specific Requirements

Applicants for this course should refer to the Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for advanced standing are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

The course is of one year full-time study, and part-time study is possible on a limited basis.

Course Organisation

The units are drawn from curriculum, foundation and teaching studies. Because secondary school teachers are usually employed to teach more than one school subject, it is a requirement that students undertake a minor study in a second curriculum area. The units are scheduled over two semesters in sequence. A total of ten weeks field experience is undertaken and consists of supervised teaching segments and teaching assignments. There is also additional experience in schools in connection with academic units.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note

Applications to be made to the - Tertiary Institutions Service Centre, PO Box 363, Nedlands WA 6009. Overseas studens apply directly to Curtin's International Office.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.