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Graduate Certificate in Education (Science and Technology) GC.Ed(S&T)
2009

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 6 months (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Graduate Certificate

Program Outline

The Graduate Certificate in Education (Science and Technology) is a professionally oriented program, intended for people currently employed in education who have an interest in extending their knowledge and practice in the area of Science and Technology in Education. It is a foundation program for the Master of Education (Science and Technology)

These programs are unique and innovative as they provide a trans-disciplinary approach to education, in addition to infusing technology into the science curricula. The programs focus on scholarly investigation, including strengthening the teaching-learning-research nexus, mentoring, and supervised practical experiences. Course activities and learning experiences seek to enhance critical and innovative thinking and facilitate the communication of ideas.

The Graduate Certificate program is equivalent to one semester of full time study (12 units) and is available to full and part-time students.

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Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic ? and international ? students.

Domestic

Selection criteria: ?
How to apply: ?
SATAC Code: 3GC024
Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission
Mid-year entry? Yes
Tuition fees: ?
Australian Full-fee place: $6,576 for 6 months
General enquiries: Student Centre

International

Selection criteria: ?
Graduate entry only
IELTS Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6
Prerequisites: ? Bachelor of Education or equivalent
How to apply:
Mid-year entry? Yes
Tuition fee: ? International student place: $11,000 for 6 months
General enquiries: Student Centre
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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Core courses
  • EDUC 7010: Innovations in Teaching, Learning and Assessment
  • EDUC 7004: Curriculum Design and Evaluation in Science, Mathematics and Technology
  • EDUC 7012: Issues in Science, Mathematics and Technology Education (Science & Technology specialisation)

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Career Opportunities

On completion of the programs, graduates may seek to undertake further studies, comprehensive research, play key leadership roles in education and the community, and sustain their professional growth and edge in the areas of mathematics and technology education.

Potential careers

Science Educators, Teacher, Education Officer / Educator

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Graduate Attributes

School of Education Postgraduate Program Graduate Attributes.

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Program Rules

School of Education Program Rules

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Last updated: Monday, 22 Dec 2008

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