Program handbook
Description
The Graduate Diploma in Education Studies is an EXIT AWARD ONLY and does NOT qualify students to teach. Graduates can work in education fields other than teaching and will have highly developed problem-solving, communication and critical thinking skills. Students who graduate with the Graduate Diploma in Education Studies cannot be re-admitted or complete another teaching degree at the University of Newcastle (UON).
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Advanced knowledge within a systematic and coherent body of knowledge that may include the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills in a new or existing discipline or professional area
- Cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge and identify and provide solutions to complex problems
- Cognitive skills to think critically and to generate and evaluate complex ideas
- Specialised technical and creative skills in a field of highly skilled and/or professional practice
- Communication skills to demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concepts
- Communication skills to transfer complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to make high level, independent judgements in a range of technical or management functions in varied specialised contexts
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate broad functions within varied specialised technical and/or creative contexts
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for personal outputs and all aspects of the work or function of others within broad parameters
Details
| Information correct as at | Apr 25, 2024 5:29 pm |
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| Program code | 40213 |
| AQF level | Level 8 Graduate Diploma |
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Admission information
Admission requirements
This program does not accept applications for admission. The Graduate Diploma in Education Studies is an exit award.
English Language Requirements
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.
- IELTS Overall Minimum: 6.5
- IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 6
Credit transfer
Not applicable as program is an exit award only.
Compulsory program requirements
Compulsory program requirements - Review of progress
In addition to meeting the University's overall requirements for academic progression, students must satisfactorily complete the following courses to progress in their program.
EDUC6762 - Managing the K-6 Learning Environment
EDUC6772 - The Adolescent Learning Environment
Academic requirements for program completion
Total units required
80 units
Program duration
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent up to 4 years maximum.
Program requirements
This program requires the successful completion of 80 units:
- 20 units of Core Courses; and
- 60 units of courses chosen from the Course List at 6000 level.
Students who take out the Graduate Diploma in Education Studies exit award are not permitted to apply for any initial teaching qualifications offered by the University of Newcastle.
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Core Courses
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
| EDUC6740 | Students with Diverse Needs |
| 10 units |
| EDUC6912 | Aboriginal Education |
| 10 units |
Course List
Additional information
Not applicable as program is an exit award only.
International students
All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.
Additional support
AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.
Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.
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