Program summary
Program title: Graduate Certificate in Professional Learning
Award abbreviation: GCProfLearning
Degree type: coursework
Study mode: on campus (blended)
Duration: 1 year minimum part-time, 2 years maximum part-time. Program is only available part-time.
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, postgraduate coursework places
Total courses: 4
USC program code: ED501
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Learn to engage with curriculum development.
The Graduate Certificate in Professional Learning offers practising educators, those seeking employment, and educators returning to the workforce, a series of learning opportunities to engage in a critical orientation to professional learning. It brings educators together in a collaborative learning community to enhance their leadership and engagement in curriculum development, evaluation, teaching, learning and assessment. To further your studies, the Graduate Certificate articulates into the Master of Education (coursework option), and you may apply the units completed to the higher award.
The Master of Education offers you the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge and understanding in education, research skills, and a strong foundation for furthering your career as an educational professional. The program is aimed at practising professionals working as educators in primary or secondary schools, early childhood, higher education and adult and vocational education.
The coursework option provides a range of courses that will provide opportunities for you to engage with theory and link it directly to practice in your education context.
Admission requirements
A student entering the graduate certificate program will normally be required to hold an undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognised higher education institution. Entry by non-graduates who have extensive relevant industry experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Dean, Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
Enquiries
Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Tel: +61 7 5430 2869
Email: education@usc.edu.au
Program structure
Program requirements and notes
- Students are required to successfully complete four courses as specified in the Graduate Certificate in Professional Learning program structure.
- Refer to related policies, rules, plans and procedures.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including, for example, essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Required courses (4):
Select 4 courses from:
EDU700 Professional Learning I
EDU702 Curriculum Development and Evaluation
EDU703 Professional Learning Project
EDU704 Pedagogies for Engagement
EDU708 Assessment: Principles and Practices
TOTAL UNITS 48
Study Plan
This Graduate Certificate in Professional Learning study plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Select 4 courses from:
| Course | Usual teaching session of offer | Requisites | Units |
|---|
| EDU700 Professional Learning I | Semester 1 | Pre: Enrolled in Program ED301, ED703, ED704 or ED501 | 12.00 |
| EDU702 Curriculum Development and Evaluation | Semester 1, Semester 2 | Pre: Enrolled in Program ED301, ED501, ED702, ED703 or ED704 | 12.00 |
| EDU703 Professional Learning Project | Semester 1, Semester 2 | | 12.00 |
| EDU704 Pedagogies for Engagement | Semester 1 | Pre: Enrolled in Program ED301, ED501, ED702, ED703 or ED704 | 12.00 |
| EDU708 Assessment: Principles and Practices | Semester 2 | Pre: Enrolled in Program ED501, ED702, ED703 or ED704 | 12.00 |
Why choose USC?
It’s the best of both worlds. Students choose USC for its industry focused degrees, experienced academics, student support, overseas study opportunities and relaxed campus atmosphere.
Am I eligible for university study?
Find out what qualifications you need to apply for entry into your proposed study program. If you don’t have the required qualifications, there may be alternative pathways you can take to gain entry to USC.
If you have previously undertaken university or TAFE studies, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
If English is not your first language, you need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. This requirement applies to all students intending to study at the University.
How do I submit an application?
When should I apply?
Check if the program is offered in Semester 1 and / or Semester 2, then follow the deadlines on the application calendar. The academic calendar provides all the key dates you need to know as a student at USC.
What happens next?
Accept your offer with QTAC (if applicable) and USC, enrol in your classes and attend Orientation.
Where can I ask more questions?
If you have more questions about how to apply:
- Online: find answers to commonly asked questions in the Student FAQs
- Email: information@usc.edu.au
- Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
- In person: Student Central, Building C
If you have questions about your program:
As a USC student, you will need to refer to your study plan to enrol in the appropriate courses each semester or session.
Find out more about how to enrol or follow these steps:
- Check the open enrolment dates and the academic calendar for key dates
- Refer to your Study Plan to plan your courses for the study period
- Find your courses and decide on your classes in the class timetable
- Log on to USC Central and enrol in courses and classes
- Register your major or minor with your faculty (if applicable)
- Apply for credit transfer or cross-institutional study (if applicable)
- Pay required study fees by the fee due date
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