160906 v.7 Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary Education)
GradDipEd(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 006101B
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
1 Year
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.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. It has a semester one and two intake (on a limited basis).
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Special Note
Applications to be made to - Tertiary Institutions Service Centre, 100 Royal Street, East Perth 6004. Overseas students apply directly to Curtin's International Office.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 311467 | v.1 | Professional Practice in Secondary Education 560 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6606 | v.8 | Development and Special Needs in Education 550 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 13039 | v.6 | Indigenous Australian Education 570 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 311468 | v.1 | Reflective Teaching 525 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 311469 | v.1 | Theories of Learning 555 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 311470 | v.1 | Internship 525 | 35.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5836 | v.6 | Technologies to Engage Learners 560 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 311465 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Agriculture (Lower Secondary) 515 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311730 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- The Arts (Lower Secondary) 525 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311731 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- English (Lower Secondary) 535 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311732 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Languages (Lower Secondary) 545 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311733 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Mathematics (Lower Secondary) 555 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311734 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Science (Lower Secondary) 565 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311735 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Society and Environment (Lower Secondary) 575 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311737 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Vocational Education and Training 595 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 311466 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Agriculture (Upper Secondary) 510 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311723 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- The Arts (Upper Secondary) 520 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311724 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- English (Upper Secondary) 530 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311725 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Languages (Upper Secondary) 540 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311726 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Mathematics (Upper Secondary) 550 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311727 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Sciences (Upper Secondary) 560 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311728 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Social Sciences (Upper Secondary) 570 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
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.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
