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. Fieldwork 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 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 1

A student who has completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval from the Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:

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 essential study materials.

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
		SELECT 4 OPTIONS		100.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
		SELECT 4 OPTIONS		100.0
				100.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 1			Hrs/Wk	Credit
11720	v.2	Ed 530 - Instructional Design and Development	10.0	25.0
11721	v.4	Ed 550 - Post School Education and Training	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	Credit
11722	v.2	Ed 527 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning 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

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	Partially Online Internal^	External	Fully Online#
2008	Bentley Campus	Semester 1		Y
2008	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.