Graduate Diploma of Education

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1 Graduate Diploma of Education Early childhood Primary Secondary

2 If you already have a degree, a Graduate Diploma of Education will qualify you for a teaching career. When you become an educator, you become a manager, instructor, counsellor, carer and more. It s a challenging and rewarding career giving you a chance to engage with and nurture others. When you can see students grow and develop, where their lives transform under your tuition, you know you ve done your job. A Graduate Diploma of Education lets you apply and extend your existing knowledge to share it with others. When you complete the course you will have better skills as an organiser, leader and communicator. The Faculty of Education s reputation for providing high quality teaching to produce graduates of a high calibre ensures that Monash graduates are keenly sought after by employers. So why not build on your previous undergraduate studies and begin a satisfying, rewarding and reliable career as a professional educator?

3 Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood) Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time (48 credit points). Campus: Peninsula. Intake: First semester. Prerequisites: Recognised degree or equivalent diploma. Course fees (indicative): Commonwealth supported place (2010) $5,310 (8 units); Full-fee place (2010) $15,700 (8 units); International student place (2010) $21,950 (8 units). This course is designed to develop your theoretical and practical knowledge in early childhood teaching. You will gain a broad conceptual understanding of the field of education and actively participate in both on-campus classes and teaching professional placements in a range of early childhood settings. The course comprises eight units, which emphasise the central theories in early childhood teaching and develop a strong understanding of the theories of child development. You ll also learn about the range of early childhood services and the social context of early childhood provision for children aged from birth to 5 years, as well as the need for flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of families and young children. The course addresses the relationship between service provision and the families of young children and also develops an understanding of the ethical requirements of early childhood teachers and the practical application of these requirements. In order to satisfy the conditions of employment established by Early Childhood Australia (Victoria), students who enrol in the program are required to complete up to 55 days of mandatory professional placement experience. Students must be available to undertake their professional placements on a full-time basis (this applies to both full-time and part-time students). Career options: Completion of the course will enable graduates to register with Early Childhood Australia, Victorian Branch, and work in early childhood education and some sectors of child public health. Course outline The course consists of the following eight six-point units: EDF5409 Play and pedagogy EDF5410 Curriculum studies: early childhood EDF5411 Social, political and professional contexts of early childhood teaching EDF5412 Field experience EDF5413 Family studies EDF5414 Child development principles EDF5415 Issues in child development EDF5416 Perspectives of early childhood education Student profile Dinah Humphries Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood) A part-time student, Dinah Humphries completed her Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood) in 2007, and was officially recognised by the faculty as one of the top graduating students the same year. Dinah is now employed as Family and Child Care Project Officer with the Health Wellbeing and Development unit at Monash. Her role includes managing the school holiday program on Clayton campus and playgroups at Clayton and Caulfield, liaising with all the Monash sponsored childcare services, project development and more. It s a credit to the hard work Dinah put into her studies. Balancing study with full-time work was a challenge. The placements were a huge challenge, learning to understand the different expectations of you as a professional in the real world. A placement that I did at the Elwyn Morey Centre (at Monash University, Clayton) was an absolute highlight. The staff were fantastic role models and the chance to utilise my skills and learn from the children was invaluable. I also met a great supportive friend in a fellow student who went on to work as a sessional kinder teacher. We keep in touch and support each other professionally in our new roles. It is important to maintain contacts for personal and professional reasons. I can t imagine ever working outside the area of children s services. I would like to eventually get my Masters or maybe PhD in Early Childhood Education. I found many aspects of the course inspirational and I look forward to further study at Monash University, of course! 1

4 Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary) Duration: 1 year full-time (1.25 years of study completed in 1 calendar year, 60 credit points). Campus: Gippsland, Peninsula. Intake: First semester. Entry requirements: Recognised degree or equivalent diploma. Course fees (indicative): Commonwealth supported place (2010) $6,637 (10 units); Full-fee place (2010) $18,750 (10 units); International student place (2010) $21,875 (10 units). This course is perfect for people with a strong interest in working with primary aged children from 5 to 12 years, and is structured around on-campus classes and teaching professional placements. The Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary) consists of 10 units, which is equivalent to 1.25 years of study, but is completed in one calendar year. The course fee noted above is 1.25 that of a standard one year of study. Your studies will consist of workshops and lectures, with approximately 20 contact hours per week. This more intensive program is necessary to ensure coverage of all learning areas. You will form a broad conceptual understanding of the field of education, and engage as active participants in both classes and teaching practicum placements. For the professional placement program, students will undertake 50 days of placement in a combination of teaching blocks and single days in a range of educational settings. Career options: Following registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), graduates are eligible to teach primary aged children in Victorian state and independent schools and related teaching services. Graduates wishing to teach interstate or overseas are advised to check registration requirements with local authorities. Course outline The course consists of the following ten units: EDF5110 Professional experience 1 EDF5111 Professional experience 2 EDF5112 Learning and teaching A EDF5113 Learning and teaching B EDF5114 Language and literacy in primary contexts EDF5115 Enabling literacy and numeracy EDF5116 Primary mathematics education EDF5117 Valuing science, innovation and society EDF5118 Health and wellbeing in the primary curriculum EDF5119 Communicating through the arts Student profile Kirstyn Mann Graduate, Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary) Having completed a degree in Human Movement, followed by a Graduate Diploma and Masters in Exercise Rehabilitation Kirstyn was keen to return to further studies after two years in the workforce: I worked in exercise rehab but decided that I wanted to become a primary school teacher as I enjoy working with children and wanted to help children succeed in life she said. Kirstyn s preference for the Graduate Diploma of Education offered at Monash Peninsula was down to the university s well regarded reputation and the relaxed atmosphere of the campus. Her choice was affirmed by a positive rewarding experience: The lecturers in my course were all experienced teachers, and therefore had a lot of relevant information and advice to give us. They were very supportive and made my experience at Monash University a positive one. When asked what aspects of the teaching profession she expects to find the most rewarding, Kirstyn responded that it will be watching the students improve in their learning, and seeing their face light up when they finally understand something they were having trouble with... it is knowing that you are providing a lifelong foundation for students learning, and contributing to them growing up to be active citizens. 2

5 Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) Duration: 1 year full-time (1.25 years of study completed in 1 calendar year, 60 credit points). 2 years part-time (60 credit points). Campus: Clayton, on campus (full-time and limited part-time); Gippsland, on campus (full-time in mixed mode which includes a combination of on campus and off campus study), Off campus (part-time). Intake: First semester. Entry requirements: Recognised degree or equivalent diploma from disciplines that qualify for two single teaching specialism subjects (teaching areas) or an approved double specialism. For information on specialism prerequisites, please visit: Course fees (indicative): Commonwealth supported place (2010) $6,637 (10 units); Full-fee place (2010) $18,750 (10 units); International student place (2010) $21,875 (10 units). For people who want to become secondary school teachers, this course combines academic studies about the foundations of education and units appropriate to your chosen teaching specialisms. Teaching specialisms are the subjects you will ultimately be qualified to teach in schools, and are based on your previous studies. Generally you must have previously studied that discipline at university level for at least two years, and then complete the education units related to each specialism. You will complete 10 units in total, including four foundation units. A minimum of 45 days of supervised professional placements in the teaching specialisms must be completed. These professional placements are conducted in blocks during allocated periods. The four foundation units cover: Education as a profession The relationship between teaching and learning Psychology of students, particularly adolescents Social context of education Implementation of learning strategies, including learning technologies Communication skills, including literacy skills Research and evaluation in curriculum and teaching Assessing learning Secondary teaching specialisms Not all secondary teaching specialisms are offered on each campus or in each delivery mode. Students must ensure that the course/campus combination that they apply for offers the secondary teaching specialisms they are eligible to teach. Eligibility for teaching specialisms usually requires a background of at least two years of tertiary study in the discipline. A double teaching specialism requires at least three years of study in the discipline. These requirements can be checked on the faculty website at monash.edu.au/units. An extensive range of secondary teaching curriculum specialisms are available for students to choose from including: accounting, biology, business management, chemistry, drama, economics, English, ESL (English as a second language), geography, health, history, information technology/ computing, Jewish studies, legal studies, LOTE (languages other than English) and LOTE (double specialism), mathematics, music, music (double specialism), outdoor education, physical education, physics, science, social education, visual arts and visual arts (double specialism). The on-campus location and off-campus availability of these units can be checked on the faculty website at monash.edu.au/units. Career options: Following registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), graduates are eligible to teach in Victorian state and independent schools and related teaching services. Graduates wishing to teach interstate or overseas are advised to check registration requirements with local authorities. Student profile Victoria Olds Current Student, Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) Formerly a civilian employee of the New Zealand Army, Victoria Olds changed career direction to fulfil a long held goal: Although I enjoyed my job, I knew it was not what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I had thought about becoming a teacher since leaving school, and finally decided that it was the perfect way to combine my love of learning with my love of history. Victoria, who had previously completed a Bachelor of Arts with Honours, chose to study at Monash after relocating to Melbourne from New Zealand. I knew that Monash was a reputable university, and the one year DipEd course was just what I was looking for. I could qualify to become a teacher quickly, learn all the skills I need, and build on my existing degree. she said. The Faculty of Education at Monash is by far and away the friendliest faculty I have studied in. There is a real sense of community everyone is willing to help, provide advice, and go beyond what is expected of them. The DipEd is a demanding course, so this support is essential. I really am enjoying the course. It has obviously been carefully designed to help prepare students to be the best teachers possible. Victoria notes the highlight of the course as being the professional placement I never thought for a moment that I would enjoy it as much as I did. Although it was the hardest five weeks of my life, it was also the most rewarding. Those five weeks has been of enormous benefit to me both professionally and personally. 3

6 Why study at Monash Three distinct destinations Your university experience should be involving and inspiring. The Faculty of Education is situated across three diverse and stimulating campuses. Clayton Clayton campus is Monash University s largest campus, and it shows in the rich collegiate atmosphere. It s busy at every turn, from the buzz of the cafés to the concentration in the libraries. The Faculty of Education operates a well equipped Teaching/Technology Learning Centre (TLC) which manages a large range of resources, including: group workspace/ study space; media workshop physical materials; access to the Theses collection; access to AV equipment; access to the Teaching Materials collection held in the centre; workshops and training; as well as services such as laminating, binding, printing and more. Additionally, the Matheson library at Clayton also carries an extensive range of education material. You can travel to Clayton campus on a Zone 1 ticket from the city, cycle along the nearby Scotchman s Creek trail, or take advantage of the Monash freeway. There is also a free shuttle bus between Clayton and Peninsula campus fully equipped with free wi-fi for those who like to work on the go. For more information about Clayton campus, visit: edu.au/about/visitors/campuses. html#clayton. Gippsland Gippsland s fertile valleys are home to more than stunning national parks. Monash University s Gippsland campus is situated in the heart of Gippsland, around 140 kilometres east of Melbourne, an idyllic setting perfect for immersing yourself in scholarly commitments. The campus also has on-campus accommodation for those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the Gippsland student lifestyle. The region offers a diverse range of natural attractions including snowfields, beaches, forests and rivers. A strong sense of community and environmental awareness mark Gippsland campus as a spiritually enriching destination. For more information about Gippsland campus, visit: www. education.monash.edu.au/about/ visitors/campuses.html#gippsland. Peninsula With its coastal location, the Peninsula campus puts you in a relaxed frame of mind. The faculty has both a fully equipped sports lab and a state-of-the-art child care centre with observation facilities for learning and research. Peninsula campus is closer than you think, with easy access via Melbourne s freeway and tollway network with the Mornington Peninsula freeway and the new Eastlink tollway. Great cycling amenities make this a perfect alternative and the campus also enjoys excellent public transport links. The free university-run shuttle bus will ferry you to and from the campus as well as between Clayton and Peninsula campuses. The bus is fully wi-fi enabled allowing students to stay connected on the move. Many students choose to live on or nearby the campus to soak up the bayside and Mornington Peninsula attractions. For more information about the campus, visit: monash.edu.au/about/visitors/ campuses.html#peninsula. Off-campus Monash off-campus learning (or distance education ) allows you to further your education with the flexibility you desire. Off-Campus Learning is a flexible mode of study. Most commonly it is based on a combination of print study material and electronic communication. Each unit studied in the Off-Campus Learning mode has the same content and assessment as the equivalent on-campus unit. To undertake this mode of study it is recommended that you have reliable internet access. Students enrolled at Clayton or Gippsland on-campus may undertake most teaching specialisms through off-campus learning. Off-campus students may elect to do their specialisms on-campus at Clayton if they can attend classes. Off campus students in the Graduate Diploma complete their course over two years, undertaking half the full-time load (including teaching practicum) each semester. For the Graduate Diploma, there are compulsory attendance requirements for the practicum placement school experience. Students will be required to complete 1 x 2 week (10 days) block placement in semester one, and 1 x 3 week (15 days) block placement in semester two; in total, students will complete 50 days of placement over the two year part-time course. For more information on off-campus study check about.html. Outstanding teaching staff and respected research reputation Research-led teaching makes a great difference to the value students get out of university. We re proud to say that our faculty has an outstanding reputation in the education community for its leading approach to the discussion of and teaching about educational issues. With extensive knowledge from their individual areas of expertise, combined with a broad range of experiences and perspectives, the quality of our academic staff will help you become the best educator possible. You ll benefit directly from our research experience, and learn to apply the latest and best approaches to education in your own teaching career. Learn locally. Educate globally. Do you want to work and study around the world? Monash University recognises the importance of an education that is relevant globally. The Monash Passport combines degree programs with international exchanges, leadership programs, work training programs and volunteer and research opportunities as a grounding for outstanding careers. For further information about the Monash Passport see passport. Monash is Australia s most internationally focused university. The Faculty of Education has a diversity of students from many different countries and cultural backgrounds, creating a stimulating and vibrant educational community, one that looks outward to engage with the best the world has to offer. An education qualification will prepare you for a career that can take you just about anywhere. Further study The combination of theory and practice gained from a Graduate Diploma of Education provides an excellent foundation for future studies. Graduates are eligible for entry to a range of postgraduate courses offered by the faculty such as the Master of Education by coursework, as well as a range of courses offered by other Australian and overseas universities. Masters level study that includes a minor thesis can lead students to further research based study such as a PhD program. Career recognition Following registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) graduates will be qualified to teach in Victoria within state and independent schools and related teaching services. Graduates wishing to teach interstate or overseas are advised to check registration requirements with local authorities. 4

7 How to apply Australian citizens and residents, and New Zealand citizens If you are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia, or a citizen of New Zealand, your application must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). VTAC Guides are available to download from the VTAC website or from newsagencies and the VTAC office. The guide contains all the information you need to apply for our courses. Online applications open in August and close at the end of September (later applications may be accepted on payment of a late fee). For further information on VTAC visit www. vtac.edu.au or telephone International students With international students from many different countries currently studying in the Faculty of Education, you will be studying with people from across Australia and the world. International students should apply through a registered Monash University agent, or directly to the university. Monash University provides accommodation assistance, airport reception, referrals to other university services and help with overseas student health cover, visa renewals and immigration issues. If you are thinking of studying at Monash, you should consult the latest Postgraduate Course Guide as it contains important information regarding Australian government requirements and conditions for study in Australia. For more information visit English-language requirements Programs that contain a practicum component such as the Graduate Diploma of Education require excellent proficiency in English. Students with a first language other than English should supply current supporting evidence of competence in English by one of the following means: 1. A pass in units 3 & 4 in any VCE English subject or what is judged by the Faculty to be an equivalent (OR completion of all secondary schooling in (an) institution(s) where the language of instruction and assessment was entirely in English) AND at least three years of study in a university or approved tertiary institution where English is (and was at the time) the language of instruction and assessment of the entire institution, and this is verified by the institution. A faculty interview to assess oral proficiency may also be required; OR 2. At least three years of study in a university or approved tertiary institution where English is (and was at the time) the language of instruction and assessment of the entire institution, and this is verified by the institution AND evidence of at least three years of work in communicatively demanding work conducted in English. A faculty interview to assess oral proficiency may also be required; OR 3. IELTS (academic) of at least 7 with a score of at least 7 on speaking and writing and at least 6.5 on reading and listening. A faculty interview to assess oral proficiency may also be required; OR 4. Internet-based TOEFL of 100 with at least 25 on writing and speaking scores and at least 22 on reading and listening. A faculty interview to assess oral proficiency may also be required. Note: All test scores must be no more than two years old at the time of application or accompanied by evidence of subsequent substantial study in a tertiary institution where courses are taught and assessed in English. For up-to-date information on English language requirements, visit edu/students/prospective/englishrequirements/graduate.html. Supplementary forms A number of the Graduate Diploma of Education courses require supplementary forms. Domestic students should refer to the VTAC Guide for specific details. International students should refer to the latest Postgraduate Course Guide for details. These forms are available from the Faculty of Education website at monash.edu.au/ students/prospective/howtoapply/ graduate.html. Working with Children Check A Working with Children Check is required by all students prior to commencement of practicum. For more information visit workingwithchildren. Credit (Advanced standing) Credit may be granted for work of an equivalent content and level already completed at Monash University or at another tertiary institution, including overseas universities on a case-by-case basis. Application for credit should be made at the time of enrolment. Application forms can be downloaded from www. adm.monash.edu.au/service-centre/ forms/credit.pdf. Commonwealth-supported places Australian and New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents and holders of humanitarian visas are eligible to apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). Students in a Commonwealth Supported Place make a partial contribution to the total cost of their education, with the Commonwealth government contributing the remainder of the cost. For more information on fees visit International student fees For up to date information on international student fees visit study/international/fees.html. 5

8 Faculty of Education Clayton campus Wellington Road Clayton Vic 3168 Postal address Building 6, Monash University Vic 3800 Telephone claytoncourseinfo@education.monash.edu.au Gippsland campus Northways Road Churchill Vic 3842 Postal address Northways Road Churchill Vic 3842 Telephone gippslandcourseinfo@education.monash.edu.au Peninsula campus McMahons Road Frankston Vic 3199 Postal address PO Box 527 Frankston Vic 3199 Telephone peninsulacourseinfo@education.monash.edu.au International student enquiries Phone: Fax: Study@monash.edu More information quick guide The following links will provide you with useful and up-to-date information about applying to study at Monash University and about current professional registration requirements. Find out more information about courses and units in the Monash University Undergraduate Handbook 2010 online at Faculty of Education Application procedures, including supplementary forms Fees English language requirements Scholarships VTAC International students Victorian Institute of Teaching Early Childhood Australia CRICOS provider: Monash University 00008C Information is correct at the time of printing, but Monash University reserves the right to alter procedures, fees and regulations should the need arise. Students should carefully read all official correspondence, and other sources of information for students (such as the website) to be aware of changes to information contained in this document July P-149