Graduate Diploma in Adult & Vocational Education
University of Wollongong
About
The Graduate Diploma in Adult and Vocational Education provides a substantial teaching qualification for those working in the Adult and Vocational Education sector.The program offers theoretical foundations and extensive practical skills that address the broader aspects of education and training.
Structure
Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Adult & Vocational Education, must complete 48 credit points including:
- core subjects to the value of 30 credit points; and
- elective subjects to the value of 18 credit points.
Students are required to complete the following four core subjects (24cp):
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDGH852 | Learning about Learning in Adult Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGH856 | Innovation for Practitioners in Adult, Vocational & Higher Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGH959 | Teaching for Diversity in Adult, Vocational and Higher Education | 6 | Spring |
| EDGH967 | Multiliteracies & Numeracies in Adult & Vocational Education | 6 | Spring |
Plus one core subject selected from the Information and Communication Technology in Education and Training list below (6cp). EDGI900 and EDGI904 are recommended foundation subjects.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDGI900 | Introduction to Technology in Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGI901 | Emerging Issues in Educational Technology | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDGI902 | Designing Digital Learning Environments | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGI903 | Digital Resource Design | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDGI904 | Online Learning and Teaching | 6 | Spring |
| EDGI905 | Evaluation of Digital Learning | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
Plus three elective subjects selected from the following (18cp):
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDGX901 | Psychology for Educators | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGH961 | The Global Challenge in Adult, Vocational and Higher Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGH958 | Curriculum Design and Evaluation | 6 | Spring |
| EDGL920 | Leading, Developing and Managing People | 6 | Spring |
For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
CLO Description 1 Demonstrate broad discipline knowledge of adult learning principles and also the different approaches to teaching adult learners from a diversity of backgrounds. 2 Demonstrate sound understanding of the various approaches to teaching within the adult and vocational education field as well as underpinning knowledge of how to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate programs. 3 Demonstrate expert, advanced cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply methods and technologies to:a) Assess adult learners’ needs; b) Analyse the specific demands and requirements of diverse learners; c) Design, plan, implement and evaluate vocational education and adult learning programs in state, national and international settings; d) Observe, reflect on and critique pedagogical practices. 4 Demonstrate capacity for differentiated instruction for diverse groups of adult learners. 5 Demonstrate sound understanding of curriculum design and evaluation principles both in face to face and online environments.
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