161806 v.5 Graduate Diploma in Education (Training and Development)
GradDipEd(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 043337G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year
Introduction
This course is designed for those interested in studying the theory and practice of teaching in higher, technical and further education. Practical application of theory is emphasised and opportunity is given for the application of theory to educational practice. Field work forms an integral part of several units and focuses on activities related to teaching and learning and the development and assessment of learning units and materials.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelor degree, or equivalent qualification, from a recognised institution. Students in this course must provide evidence of teaching, training or staff development responsibilities in which the practical requirements of the course can be satisfied.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is of two semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Students normally complete this course on a four semester part-time basis. The units will be offered through a variety of flexible and open learning modes.
Intermediate Awards I
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award, may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course appear below.
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in Education Tertiary Teaching and Graduate Certificate in Training and Development.
Course Organisation
A coordinated program of eight units from the optional units listed will be selected in consultation with the Training and Development Courses Coordinator.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| SELECT 4 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| SELECT 4 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 11720 | v.2 | Ed 530 - Instructional Design and Development | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11721 | v.3 | Ed 550 - Post School Education and Training in Australia | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11726 | v.2 | Ed 526 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning I | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11728 | v.3 | Ed 528 - Internship I | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11729 | v.3 | Ed 545 - Reflective Practitioner I | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303308 | v.2 | Ed 518 - Effective Communication | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303311 | v.2 | Ed 508 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning III | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303313 | v.2 | Ed 505 - Visual Learning | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 11722 | v.2 | Ed 527 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning II | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11723 | v.2 | Ed 529 - Internship II | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11724 | v.3 | Ed 546 - Reflective Practitioner II | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11725 | v.3 | Ed 521 - Adult Learning and Assessment | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11727 | v.3 | Ed 522 - Program and Curriculum Development | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303315 | v.2 | Ed 558 - Professional Practice and Organisational Change | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303321 | v.2 | Ed 506 - Technologies for Flexible and Open Learning | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303322 | v.2 | Ed 507 - Special Education Needs | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2005 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2005 | 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.
Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: July 11, 2005
Curtin University of Technology, Perth CRICOS Provider Code 00301J
The Sydney Campus of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 02637B