Graduate Diploma of Education (Computers in Education)


Course code: 1751 · Gippsland campus · Contact: course coordinator, Mr Jeff Richardson (telephone (03) 5122 6969 or (03) 9902 6969 for initial inquiries) · HECS fees applicable · Full fees apply ($A9900 in 2000) when the limited HECS places have been allocated · Attendance is not required

Aims

The Graduate Diploma of Education (Computers in Education) is a professional course of graduate study for educators from all sectors who wish to gain expertise and experience in computer applications in education. The course enables students to adapt their work to the particular requirements of their situation. As a result, the course is able to cater to the full range of educational settings, from kindergarten through primary and post-primary to TAFE and tertiary teaching. The diploma is a recognised fourth year of study. It also may carry course credit for further study at masters level if students have completed four years of tertiary study at the time of entering the course.

Professional recognition

Completion of the Graduate Diploma of Education (Computers in Education) will enable secondary qualified and registered teachers to satisfy Victorian Department of Education requirements for the secondary subject area of information technology.

Entry requirements

The normal entry requirement is an approved degree or three-year diploma and a recognised teaching qualification, or other qualifications or experience considered by the faculty to be equivalent to or a satisfactory substitute for the above awards. Application forms can be obtained from the Course Inquiries Centre on free call 1800 671 845 or by email at course.inquiries@celts.monash.edu.au

Special requirements

Prospective students must have access to a personal computer and modem.

Course outline

Students are required to complete the following subjects over two years of part-time study by distance education.

Year one

Year two

This is a conceptual outline only. It gives a general indication of how the course will progress and is subject to change without notice. Students should consult the course coordinator to assist in planning their program.

Assessment

All subjects are assessed by assignment work.

Credits/exemptions

Applicants contemplating admission to this course may seek formal credit or recognition of prior learning. Applicants should apply for credit prior to enrolment but currently enrolled students may also apply. The Faculty of Education considers each application on its merits within the context of the faculty guidelines on credit transfer which are contained in the booklet Learning From Experience, available from the Professional Development Institute, Faculty of Education, Monash University, at your local campus ($7 plus postage and packing).

Length of course/workload required

The course is normally offered over two years of part-time study by distance education. The expected number of hours per week for a part-time student is 24.

Further information

For more detailed information, contact the administrative officer, Faculty of Education, telephone (03) 5122 6969 or (03) 9902 6969.

Completed applications

Completed applications are to be forwarded to the administrative officer, Faculty of Education, Monash University Gippsland campus, Churchill, Victoria, 3842.