Course code: 3214 + Clayton campus (off-campus distributed learning) + Contact: Course coordinator + Dr Paul Richardson (telephone (03) 9902 6479 or (03) 9905 2819 for initial inquiries) + HECS fees applicable + Full fees apply ($5150 in 2001) when the limited HECS places have been allocated + International student fees ($6500 for 2002)
The Postgraduate Certificate of Education (Literacy Studies) is designed for teachers and educators who wish to increase their knowledge of literacy issues particularly as they relate to the early and middle years.
Applicants require:
The course consists of 24 credit points of study. Students will complete the following two 12-point units:
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 also consult their course coordinator to assist in planning their program. Please check the timetable for 2002 for unit availability via our website at http://www.education.monash.edu.au/students/timetabletimetables/.
Assessment is by way of a combination of tasks, which may include examinations, assignments and other set tasks.
The Postgraduate Certificate of Education (Literacy Studies) requires a minimum of at least one semester of full-time study and no more than two years of part-time study. Each of the units is one semester in length. The expected number of hours per week for a part-time student is 12.
Applicants contemplating admission to this course may seek formal credit or recognition of prior learning. Students who are trained Reading Recovery teachers may seek credit of one unit (12 credit points) toward the award of the postgraduate certificate. Applicants should apply for credit/RPL prior to enrolment. The Faculty of Education considers each application on its merit within the context of the faculty guidelines on credit transfer. Further information may be sought from the Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton campus.
Further information regarding this course may be obtained from the Administrative Officer - Admissions, Faculty of Education, Clayton campus, telephone (03) 9905 2819, or email info@education.monash.edu.au or visit our website at http://www.education.monash.edu.au/.
Completed applications are to be forwarded to the Administrative Officer - Admissions, Faculty of Education, PO Box 6, Monash University, Victoria 3800 by 26 October 2001.
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