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POSTGRADUATE
EDUCATION
AND TEACHING
2015
Melbourne I Geelong I Warrnambool I Cloud (online)
APPLIED LEARNING
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
AND ADMINISTRATION
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
HIGHER EDUCATION
PRIMARY EDUCATION
SECONDARY EDUCATION
SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
TESOL
TLOTE
RESEARCH DEGREES
BEN WHITBURN
Doctor of Philosophy, page 20.
EXPLORE THE
WORLD OF
EDUCATION
AND TEACHING
AT DEAKIN
The School of Education’s postgraduate programs are Higher Degree by Research and doctoral students
designed for educational professionals and researchers are supported in a vibrant research community.
in Australia and around the globe. The school embodies The school’s research agenda is guided by the Centre
Deakin University’s Strategic Plan, LIVE the Future, for Research in Educational Futures and Innovation
delivering programs that are engaging, evidence (CREFI), one of 11 Strategic Research Centres in the
informed and professionally relevant to the needs University. CREFI supports a strong team of researchers
of national and international communities. who share a commitment to researching knowledge
Postgraduate and Higher Degree by Research production, social change and equitable learning
programs are available in campus and cloud (online) outcomes. The school’s research agendas are focused
study modes using technology-enriched learning on theoretical and applied research to inform education
experiences. Students are able to access courses at policy and practice across a broad range of research
Burwood, Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool. Cloud themes. The research programs available through the
(online) courses are available to students throughout school reflect the many specialist areas covered by
Australia and internationally. staff and these may include interdisciplinary themes,
local, rural, remote and international communities,
The school’s postgraduate programs are responsive
inclusivity, professional learning, professional practice
to the changing needs of today’s educators. Academic
and ethics.
staff have strong partnerships with education
communities, governments, systems and research This guide provides information about the range of
institutions, ensuring programs reflect the latest programs offered by the school and associated areas
research and innovations in learning, curriculum for further research. Please read on to see what makes
and pedagogy. Specialist areas of study include arts Deakin University such a vibrant and supportive place
education; mathematics education; science and to study.
environmental education; health and physical Professor Christine Ure
education; language and literacy education; Teaching Head of School
English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL);
School of Education
Teaching Languages Other than English (TLOTE);
humanities education, pedagogy and curriculum;
education policy, leadership and internationalisation;
early childhood education; applied learning; and
professional education and training.
CONTENTS
WE’RE NOT ONLY
WORLDLY, WE’RE
WORLD-CLASS
Deakin University is proud to have
been awarded a QS five-star rating
for excellence in 2013. Education at
Deakin has been ranked 23rd in the
world by the QS World University
Rankings in 2013/2014. 2 Education and teaching at Deakin
This rating cements our 5 Education and teaching coursework degrees
reputation as not only worldly, 16 Research in education and teaching
but world‑class in a broad range
of areas, with cutting-edge facilities 19 Study options and how to apply
and internationally renowned 21 Find out more
research and teaching.
QS provides a holistic view of a
university’s qualities, by rating
universities against a broad range
of criteria, from the employability
of graduates, to sports facilities
and community engagement.
Find out more about our QS
five‑star rating for excellence at
www.topuniversities.com/qs-stars.
Using this booklet Applying to Deakin is easy
This booklet provides you with detailed Once you have chosen the course you want
information about Deakin’s postgraduate to study, applying to study at Deakin is easy.
courses in education and teaching (for domestic For most courses, you can apply online, track
students), including course overviews, course the progress of your application and accept
structures and career opportunities. your offer at deakin.edu.au/apply.
It is designed to be read in conjunction Please note, applications for the Master
with the 2015 Postgraduate Course Guide, of Teaching must be made through VTAC
which gives an overview of all of Deakin’s www.vtac.edu.au. For application closing
postgraduate courses, study options, support dates, please refer to page 19 or visit
services and campuses. deakin.edu.au/study-at-deakin/apply.
Detailed unit descriptions can be found
online at deakin.edu.au/courses.
Find out more
If you need more information, please
Deakin also produces course guides phone 1300 DEGREE (1300 334 733), email
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To request a copy, please phone Deakin
You can also connect with us on social media,
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order other publications or visit us. Turn to
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EDUCATION AND
TEACHING AT DEAKIN
Deakin’s School of Education offers a At a postgraduate level, Deakin offers courses
comprehensive range of graduate entry and that are suitable for graduates from other
postgraduate courses encompassing school discipline areas who wish to enter the teaching
TRAINING AND
education, adult and workplace contexts and profession, as well as for professional educators REGISTRATION
lifelong learning. looking for courses that offer excellent career It is important to check with each relevant
prospects by advancing their qualifications state organisation regarding training and
Most of these courses are designed for school
and knowledge, making them better teachers. registration requirements. Teachers in
education (primary and secondary). However
In addition, Deakin offers the Graduate all Victorian schools (government and
the School of Education also offers professional
Certificate of Higher Education Learning and
development programs for those involved in independent) need to be registered by
Teaching, for those seeking credentials to teach
higher education settings, vocational education the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
in tertiary education and courses in early
and training (VET), workplace and professional For more information visit the VIT website
childhood education, special educational
learning, community and adult education and vit.vic.edu.au. Refer to the VIT specialist
needs, Teaching English to Speakers of Other
early childhood education. area guidelines for further information
Languages (TESOL), Teaching Languages Other
The Australian Bureau of Statistics notes Than English (TLOTE) and applied learning regarding the level of study necessary in
that teaching is one of the largest professions (designed to train teachers in specialist areas order to teach in Victorian government
in Australia. More than 200 000 teachers and prepare them to teach with an applied schools.
work in 10 000 schools teaching more than and vocational learning orientation). Postgraduate courses offered by Deakin
3 000 000 students. While most teachers
that meet the four‐year tertiary educational
work in government, Catholic or independent
requirement stipulated by VIT include:
primary and secondary schools, many others
work in early childhood settings. Adult learning • Master of Teaching
contexts, such as registered training organisations, • Master of Applied Learning and Teaching.
universities, Adult and Community Education
(ACE) organisations and workplaces also
provide employment for many teachers
and professional educators.
As a Deakin student, you learn in a friendly and supportive environment.
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Applied learning Education Teaching English to Speakers
This innovative program prepares creative Deakin offers a number of professional of Other Languages (TESOL)
teachers and educators to work with young development programs for qualified teachers. We have several courses designed to address
people in secondary schools, as well other With several specialised areas available, the wide diversity of educational backgrounds
vocational and community contexts such as we offer you an understanding of contemporary of students who are interested in teaching
TAFE and Adult and Community Education education issues and discourses; high-level English. They are designed for experienced
(ACE) organisations. critical and evaluation skills; and enable you TESOL professionals wishing to develop their
to demonstrate the ability to undertake understanding of current practices, as well as
The program responds to the challenge to
educational research projects. those seeking to obtain a teaching qualification
adequately provide people with the knowledge,
skills and values for a range of further study in this area.
and employment pathways. Graduates of this
Higher education
course are able to work as teachers across
Our studies in higher education meet the Teaching Languages Other Than
requirements for credentialled tertiary teaching English (TLOTE)
both the secondary schooling system and the
for academic staff. This course is designed for qualified and
Vocational Education and Training (VET) system.
experienced TLOTE professionals who wish to
Educational leadership and Special educational needs reflect on, evaluate and critique their practice,
The special educational needs course addresses and who wish to develop their understanding
administration
the needs of teachers and other professionals of contemporary second language teaching
The management of learning is becoming a
involved in the education of students with in order to take on leadership roles in their
feature of many complex organisations that see
special educational needs. The courses address workplace.
themselves as ‘learning organisations’. Courses
the fundamental philosophy of inclusion for
in these areas explore what might constitute the
people with disabilities and impairments
responsibilities of those involved in managing
within school education systems.
such organisations and the learning processes
within them. While schools are a focus of much
Teaching
of the work in this program, the basic ideas
Deakin offers a number of programs for
are equally applicable to other learning
those who wish to become a qualified teacher.
organisations.
Through Deakin’s innovative course options,
you’re able to gain qualifications in either early
Early childhood education
childhood, primary or secondary teaching.
As Australia is on the cusp of significant
growth in the early childhood education
sector, this course has been developed as
a new teacher education program to address
the potential shortage of four-year trained
kindergarten and childcare centre teachers.
Deakin’s course focuses on experiential learning
in workplace settings and communities.
This dedicated stream of study can be
BENEFITS OF POSTGRADUATE STUDY
undertaken as part of the Master of Teaching •• Prepare yourself for success – postgraduate study can empower you to pursue new
or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education*. opportunities that were previously out of reach.
* For more information about the Bachelor of Early •• Invest in yourself – postgraduate study is an investment; in your sense of achievement,
Childhood Education, please visit deakin.edu.au/ your job satisfaction and your financial security.
arts-ed/education/courses/grad-entry. •• Change the way you see the world – postgraduate study can help you to get that
promotion, enjoy a better work–life balance or pursue a new direction.
•• Don’t just keep up, lead – postgraduate study can help you to stay in touch with the rapidly
changing technological world we live in today.
•• Stand out from the crowd – a postgraduate degree can complement your earlier studies
and expand your knowledge base, giving you the edge in the employment market.
•• Make connections that can open doors – studying with people who share your interests
and ambitions is a great way to build and strengthen your professional network.
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EDUCATION AND
TEACHING AT DEAKIN
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Deakin University offers a complete range of services and programs
to support students throughout their studies.
•• Accommodation services – including campus accommodation,
with a short-term stay option, and a local housing referral service.
•• Study advice – including time management, reading and note
taking, developing your academic English, avoiding plagiarism,
critical thinking, writing essays and reports, class presentations
and exam preparation.
•• Career development and employment – including career guidance,
job search assistance and interview and resume skills training.
•• Counselling and personal support – professional and experienced
counsellors provide free, confidential counselling where personal
concerns or stresses are affecting your studies.
•• Financial support – including interest-free loans, grants,
food vouchers and rental assistance.
•• Multifaith services – including spiritual counselling, faith support
JESSICA MOONEY services and worship and prayer spaces.
•• Medical centre – confidential, bulk-billed medical and nursing
MASTER OF EDUCATION (SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS) health care to students across all campuses. Services include
CLOUD (ONLINE) vaccinations, tests and screenings, referrals to specialists and
‘I chose this field because I wanted to make a difference in the mental wellbeing information.
lives of people who are marginalised in their learning. •• Legal advice – qualified lawyers are available through DUSA’s
confidential free campus service to assist with all sorts of
Deakin has a fine reputation in the preparation of teachers legal issues.
to work in the areas of disability. When I completed my •• Library – access more than 1.5 million books, journals,
undergraduate studies I wanted to commence my postgraduate newspapers, videos, CDs and DVDs across the campus libraries.
studies immediately to prepare me for applying for a teaching Cloud (online) students in Australia may have print material from
job in a specialist school. I obtained the first job I applied for! any campus library sent to their nominated address free of
My employer was most impressed with my studies at Deakin. charge. Many of the library’s resources are also available online.
•• Peer support – experienced and trained Deakin students are
Looking back at my experiences at uni, I think the combination
available to help with questions or concerns about anything
of a stimulating course program together with outstanding
related to being a student at Deakin.
placements in schools, was really positive. My placement in
•• IT at Deakin – all students can access 24-hour computer
specialist schools led to my current employment position.
laboratories at each campus, as well as email and internet access
Since graduation I have been working with young children for study purposes.
with significant intellectual processing needs. It has been most •• Disability services – the Disability Resource Centre provides
rewarding forming friendships with these students and with students who have a health condition or a disability (long term or
their families.’ temporary) that affects access or ability to study, with alternative
assessment arrangements, academic support workers, study
materials in accessible formats and help with assistive technology.
For more information about student support services and life at
Deakin, please visit deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin.
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EDUCATION AND TEACHING
POSTGRADUATE
COURSEWORK
DEGREES
Years full time Trimester intake Indicative 2014
and campus7 options2 annual fee FT1 Page
Master of Applied Learning and Teaching^ | E730 9 1.5–2 T1 N/A 12
Master of Education^ | E700 1.5–2 T1 T2 T3 $16 140 6
Master of Education^
(Educational Leadership and 1.5–2 T1 T2 $16 110 7
Administration) | E746
Master of Education (Special Educational Needs) | E734 1.5 T1 T2 $16 110 (FPP) 8
$6050 (CSP)
Master of Education (TESOL) | E753 1.5 T1 T2 $16 110 (FPP) 9
$6050 (CSP)
Graduate Certificate of Education (TESOL) | E552 1 PT T1 T2 $8055 10
Master of Education (TLOTE) | E756 1.5 T1 T2 $16 110 11
Graduate Certificate of Higher Education Learning 0.5 T1 T2 T3 N/A 12
and Teaching | E575
Master of Teaching 3, 4, 5| E760 1.5–2 6 T1 $16 110 (FPP) 13
$6050 (CSP)
Master of TESOL | E757 1.5 T1 T2 T3 8 $16 110 14
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) | E430 1 T1 N/A 17
Information correct at July 2014. Deakin University reserves the right to alter, amend or delete course offerings and other information listed.
1 Fees quoted are for Australian domestic students and should be used as a guide only. Fees are based on a typical enrolment in one year of full-time study. All fees quoted are
for Fee-Paying Places, unless indicated CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place). Actual tuition fee charged may depend on the units studied and are subject to change. Master’s
program students please note: where the length of the master’s program is 12 units or 1.5 years of full-time study equivalent, the indicative fee may not be a full fee for the
course. For more fee information, including information about the FEE-HELP loan program and how you can defer your payments, please visit deakin.edu.au/fees.
2 Most courses start in Trimester 1. This column indicates whether you have the option of commencing your studies in Trimester 2 or Trimester 3. Not all units are offered
in every trimester.
3 Graduate entry pre-service teaching qualification.
4 Also offered through the Institute of Koorie Education, which uses community-based delivery.
5 Applications for this course must be made through VTAC www.vtac.edu.au.
6 The cloud (online) offering of this course is studied part time only (50 per cent of a full-time loads, which equates to four units of study each year). Any student wishing to
increase their load will have to gain written permission from the cloud (online) course director. To do this, students will have to provide evidence of ability to manage the
extra load effectively.
7 Course lengths may vary in response to requirements within the Australian Qualifications Framework. Applicants should refer to the handbook for the latest information,
deakin.edu.au/handbook.
8 T3 intake is available to Melbourne Burwood Campus students only.
9 E730 course includes campus intensives held at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
^ This course is currently under review and is subject to change. Please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching for the latest course information.
N/A Not available at time of printing. For the latest course fee information, please visit deakin.edu.au/fees.
3 Course duration in years CSP Commonwealth Supported Place
FT Full time FPP Fee Paying Place
PT Part time T1 Trimester 1
Melbourne Burwood Campus T2 Trimester 2
Geelong Waterfront Campus T3 Trimester 3
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
Cloud (online)
What in the world is ‘worldly’?
Visit deakin.yt/what-is-worldly to find out.
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COURSEWORK
DEGREES
MASTER OF EDUCATION^ 1.5–2 Foundational units
EXE721 Assessment and Learning
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS EXE722 Curriculum and Pedagogy
E700 The normal minimum educational requirement is a EXE735 Evaluation: Improvement and Accountability
bachelor degree in any discipline area. EXE736 Knowledge, Learning and Learners
^ This course is currently under review and subject to change. Core units
Please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching for the latest course information. EXE723 Curriculum and Assessment Design
EXE734 New Technologies in Education and Training
This course provides you with an understanding of contemporary education
issues and discourses; and enables you to learn high-level critical and Research units
evaluation skills and demonstrate the ability to undertake educational EXR781 Education Research Methodology
research projects. EXR791 Designing and Developing a Research Project
EXR796 Research Paper Part A
If undertaken with a research paper, the Master of Education (MEd) may EXR797 Research Paper Part B
articulate into the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). EXR798 Minor Thesis Part A
Course structure EXR799 Minor Thesis Part B
Students are required to successfully complete 16 credit points in one of the Specialist strands
following configurations:
APPLIED LEARNING
Option 1 ECN704 Theories and Practice of Applied Learning
Students must successfully complete: EXE731 Professional Learning and Development
•• 4 credit points of foundational units ECV722 Assessment in the Workplace
•• 2 credit points of core units ECJ723 Action Research in Professional Practice
•• 4 credit points of research units (EXR781, EXR791, EXR796, EXR797) INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
•• 4 credit points of electives from a single specialist strand EIE701 Personalising Learning: Curriculum and Assessment
•• 2 credit points of electives from any of the other specialist strands EIE702 Teaching and Learning in the Inclusive Classroom
Option 2 EIE704 Supporting Communication in Inclusive Classrooms
Students must successfully complete: EIE703 Designing Engagement for Learning
•• 4 credit points of foundational units INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
•• 2 credit points of core units EEG701 Contemporary Issues International Education
•• 6 credit points of research units (EXR781, EXR791, EXR798, EXR799) EEG702 Professional Learning in International Contexts
•• 4 credit points of electives from a single specialist strand EEG703 Governance and Capacity Building in International Education
EEG704 Curriculum and Assessment in International Schools
ADVANCED CURRICULUM, PEDAGOGY AND ASSESSMENT
EEL700 Knowledge Creation in the Media Age
Exx7xx Advanced Knowledge in the Education Disciplines
EXE733 Assessing Learning
And students select one of the following:
EEL702 New and Traditional Literacies and Diverse Student populations
Exx7xx Representing and Modelling in School Science
ESM701 Teaching Mathematics Successfully
VICTORIA TEACHERS MUTUAL BANK
Victoria Teachers Mutual Bank (formerly Victoria Teachers
Credit Union) is a long-time partner of the School of
Education and provides event sponsorship and six student
study awards that aim to assist our education system in
the pursuit of excellence.
For more information about Victoria Teachers Mutual
Bank, please visit www.victeach.com.au.
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3 Course duration in years
FT Full time
PT Part time
Melbourne Burwood Campus
Geelong Waterfront Campus
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
Cloud (online)
MASTER OF EDUCATION (EDUCATIONAL Foundational units
EXE721 Assessment and Learning
LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION)^ 1.5–2 EXE722 Curriculum and Pedagogy
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
EXE735 Evaluation: Improvement and Accountability
EXE736 Knowledge, Learning and Learners
E746 The normal minimum educational requirement is a
bachelor degree in any discipline area. Core units
ECM706 Education, Governance, Quality and Accountability
^ This course is currently under review and subject to change.
ECM704 Introduction to Educational Leadership and Administration
Please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching for the latest course information.
EXE737 Leading and Managing Learning Organisations
This course provides you with an understanding of contemporary education EXE738 Policy Studies in Global and Local Contexts
issues and discourses; and enables you to learn high-level critical and evaluation
skills and demonstrate the ability to undertake educational research projects. Research units
EXE740 Independent Reading Study
The management of learning is becoming a feature of many complex
EXR781 Education Research Methodology
organisations that see themselves as ‘learning organisations’. This course
EXR791 Designing and Developing a Research Project
explores what might constitute the responsibilities of those involved in managing
such organisations and the learning processes within them. While schools EXR796 Research Paper Part A
are a focus of much of the work in this program, the basic ideas are equally EXR797 Research Paper Part B
applicable to other learning organisations and those who work within them. EXR798 Minor Thesis Part A
EXR799 Minor Thesis Part B
If undertaken with a research paper, the Master of Education (MEd) may
articulate into the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Specialist strands
Course structure APPLIED LEARNING
You are required to successfully complete 16 credit points in one of the ECN704 Theories and Practice of Applied Learning
following configurations: EXE731 Professional Learning and Development
Option 1 ECV722 Assessment in the Workplace
Students must successfully complete: ECJ723 Action Research in Professional Practice
•• 4 credit points of foundational units INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
•• 4 credit points of core units EEG701 Contemporary Issues International Education
•• 4 credit points of research units (EXR781, EXR791, EXR796, EXR797) EEG702 Professional Learning in International Contexts
•• 4 credit points of electives from a single specialist strand EEG703 Governance and Capacity Building in International Education
Option 2 EEG704 Curriculum and Assessment in International Schools
Students must successfully complete:
•• 4 credit points of foundational units
•• 4 credit points of core units
•• 6 credit points of research units (EXR781, EXR791, EXR797, EXR798)
•• 2 credit points of electives from a single specialist strand
For more information, including unit descriptions,
please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching.
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COURSEWORK
DEGREES
MASTER OF EDUCATION Core units
Trimester 1
(SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS) 1.5
ECP703 Child Protection
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
EEI714 Individualised Program Planning
E734 Four years of tertiary study, including an approved Trimester 2
teacher training qualification, such as a degree plus EEI715 Effective Classroom Management: Positive Learning Environments
a Bachelor of Teaching or equivalent, and appropriate EXE732 Social Justice and Difference
professional experience.
Elective units
Note: This course is accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching for special education Trimester 1
teachers in government schools in Victoria. ECP711 Creativity and The Arts in Childhood
ESM701 Teaching Mathematics Successfully
The Master of Education (Special Educational Needs) is designed for qualified
ESP701 Education and Development of Exceptional Learners
teachers interested in a pathway for further learning and employment in the
area of special educational needs. This course is conducted via cloud (online) Trimester 2
study and consists of 12 credit points taken over one and a half years of EEL702 New and Traditional Literacies and Diverse Student Needs
full-time study or up to three years of part-time study. ESP703 Student Welfare and Discipline Issues
As a graduate of this course you gain an advanced knowledge of Practicum units
contemporary education issues and discourses; have high-level critical Trimester 1
and evaluative research skills; and translate your understandings of EEI700 Practicum Case Study*^
individualised, inclusive educational programs into practice. The course
Trimester 2
takes into account the implementation of social justice policy and addresses
EEI716 Practicum: Special Educational Needs^ #
the fundamental philosophy of access and success for people with diverse
educational needs. * EEI700 includes 15 days supervised/researched-based practice (can be completed
in home-based schools).
The Master of Education (Special Educational Needs) is an externally # EEI716 includes 15 days of supervised teaching and 15 days of professional
accredited program that meets the requirements of the Department of development activities comprising two days related to each unit of study.
Education and Training Victoria and the Victorian Institute of Teaching ^ EEI700 and EEI716 may be completed in a specialised area, such as vision
guidelines for special education. The requirements within the two practicum impairment, where supervision would be conducted by a by a trained specialist.
units EEI700 and EEI716 include 15 days of supervised teaching experience, Note: For the NSW Every School: Learning and Support Scholarship
a supervised case study (15 days or equivalent) and 15 days of professional participants there are two options:
development activities e.g. workshops and seminars related to specialist/
inclusive education. a) practicum to be conducted in your own school as a leadership and research
project, related to the field, that is implemented and concluded with a report
Course structure of the findings (equivalent to 15 days);
You are required to successfully complete 12 credit points including:
or
•• 4 credit points of compulsory core units (EEI714, ECP703, EXE732,
EEI715), and b) 15 days of supervised teaching practice, ten of which must be in a different
•• 2 credit points of practicum units (EEI700 and EEI716), and location from your usual employment.
•• 6 credit points of study that combine research and elective units in one Research units
of following three options. EXE740 Independent Reading Study
Option 1 EXR781 Education Research Methodology
•• 2 credit points of research units (EXR781 and EXE740), and EXR791 Designing and Developing a Research Project
•• 4 credit points of elective units selected from ESP701, ESM701, ECP711, EXR796 Research Paper Part A
EEL702, ESP703 EXR797 Research Paper Part B
EXR798 Minor Thesis Part A
Option 2 EXR799 Minor Thesis Part B
•• 4 credit points of research units, including a 2 credit point research paper
(EXR781, EXR791, EXR796, EXR797), and
•• 2 credit points of elective units selected from ESP701, ESM701, ECP711,
EEL702, ESP703
Option 3
•• 6 credit points of research units, which include a minor thesis
(EXR781, EXR791, EXR798, EXR799)
Note: Option 3 provides a research pathway for students to apply for entry to PhD.
The practicum units can be taken across a range of settings. The requirements
for these units comprise 15 days of supervised teaching experience, a supervised
research-based case study (15 days or equivalent) and 15 days of professional
development activities e.g. workshops and seminars related to the field of
specialist education.
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FT Full time
PT Part time
Melbourne Burwood Campus
Geelong Waterfront Campus
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
Cloud (online)
MASTER OF EDUCATION (TEACHING ENGLISH Core units
Trimester 1, 2 and 3
TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) – ECL753 Linguistics for Language Teaching
TESOL 1.5 Trimester 1 and 2
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ECL755 Professional Practice in TESOL or LOTE
E753 Four years of tertiary study, including an approved Trimester 1
teacher training qualification, such as a degree plus ECL751 Pedagogy in the Globalised Language Classroom
a Bachelor of Teaching or equivalent, and have
Trimester 2
appropriate professional experience.
ECL752 Innovation in Language Curriculum
This course is designed for experienced Teaching English to Speakers of Other Elective units
Languages (TESOL) professionals wishing to develop their understanding Trimester 1
of current practice and issues in English language teaching in Australia and ECL775 Intercultural Communication in Language Classrooms
overseas. It is also suitable for teachers who are newcomers to the field ECL777 Bilingualism and the Principles and Practices of Language Education
of TESOL, as the core units explore the key principles and practices in
contemporary English language teaching. Trimester 1 or 3
ECL773 Learning Global English in Diverse Social Contexts
If you wish to teach English to speakers of other languages within the
Victorian school sector you must meet specific content and practical teaching Trimester 2
requirements in the related specialist field, as well as have a recognised ECL774 Learning an Additional Language
teaching qualification that permits you to be employed as a teacher in ECL776 Language Testing and Assessment
Victoria. Applicants without a recognised teaching qualification and who EXE739 Internationalising the Curriculum
are working in the field of adult education or in overseas countries may Trimester 2 or 3
apply to undertake the Master of TESOL (E757) (page 14). ECL756 Discourse Analysis for Language Teaching
Course structure Research units
You are required to successfully complete 12 credit points comprising: EXR781 Education Research Methodology
•• 4 credit points of compulsory core units (ECL751, ECL752, ECL753, EXR791 Designing and Developing a Research Project
ECL755), and EXE740 Independent Reading Study
•• 8 credit points of study as a combination of research and elective units EXR796 Research Paper Part A
in one of the following three options. EXR797 Research Paper Part B
EXR798 Minor Thesis Part A
Option 1 EXR799 Minor Thesis Part B
•• 2 credit points of research units (EXR781 and EXE740), and
Notes:
•• 6 credit points of TESOL/TLOTE electives
(i) ECL755 Professional Practice in TESOL incorporates a practicum of 22 days of
Option 2 supervised teaching practice in TESOL, for those applicants who wish to meet
•• 4 credit points of research units, including a 2 credit point research Victorian Institute of Teaching requirements. The type of practicum undertaken and
paper (EXR781, EXR791, EXR796, EXR797), and the number of days satisfactorily completed will be identified on your transcript.
(ii) EXE739 offered in on-campus mode is subject to availability of staff and sufficient
•• 4 credit points of TESOL/TLOTE electives
students enrolled to meet University requirements.
Option 3 (iii) EXE739 is a generic Master of Education unit. Generic units focus on contemporary
•• 6 credit points of research units including a 4 credit point thesis educational issues that can be applied to any specialist study and are designed
to be compatible with online technologies and to complement the specialist units.
(EXR781, EXR791, EXR798, EXR799), and
Each generic unit may be tailored toward your specialist interests.
•• 2 credit points of TESOL/TLOTE electives
Note: Option 3 provides a research pathway for students to apply for entry to PhD.
For more information, including unit descriptions,
please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching.
9COURSEWORK
DEGREES
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION
(TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF
OTHER LANGUAGES) – TESOL 1 PT
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
E552 Successful completion of an approved qualification at
degree or diploma level inclusive of approved teacher
education. It is possible for some credit to be granted
for appropriate, approved professional development
programs already undertaken.
The Graduate Certificate of Education allows teachers to undertake focused
short-term study programs and to gain credit for them. The courses provide
teachers with high-quality programs linked to their professional and career
development needs in areas that are of priority for schools and systems.
This course is designed to meet the needs of teachers working in all sectors
of the TESOL field in Australia and overseas. It is designed to provide a sound
understanding of key principles and current innovative practice in English
language teaching around the world and is also suitable for qualified teachers
who are newcomers to TESOL. Applicants who wish to teach EAL in government
schools in Victoria must meet specific content and practical teaching
requirements in the Graduate Certificate of Education in the related specialist
field, as well as having a recognised teaching qualification that permits
them to be employed as a teacher in Victoria. The majority of adult EAL
settings and programs will require this level of qualification for employment
purposes.
Course structure
You must successfully complete 4 credit points comprising four core units.
Core units
Trimester 1 or 2
ECL755 Professional Practice in TESOL or LOTE*
Trimester 1, 2 or 3
ECL753 Linguistics for Language Teaching
Trimester 1
ECL751 Pedagogy in the Globalised Language Classroom
Trimester 2
ECL752 Innovation in Language Curriculum
* ECL755 Professional Practice in TESOL incorporates a practicum of 22 days
of supervised teaching practice in TESOL for those applicants who wish to
meet Victorian Institute of Teaching requirements. The type of practicum
undertaken and the number of days satisfactorily completed will be identified
on the student’s transcript.
You will be taught by staff who have industry
experience and who have been recognised
as leaders and innovators in their fields.
For more information, including unit descriptions,
please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching.
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PT Part time
Melbourne Burwood Campus
Geelong Waterfront Campus
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
Cloud (online)
MASTER OF EDUCATION (TEACHING Elective units
ECL751 Pedagogy in the Globalised Language Classroom
LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH) – ECL752 Innovation in Language Curriculum
TLOTE 1.5 ECL756 Discourse Analysis for Language Teaching
ECL773 Learning Global English in Diverse Social Contexts
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ECL774 Learning an Additional Language
E756 Four years of tertiary study, including an approved ECL775 Intercultural Communication in Language Classrooms
teacher training qualification such as a degree plus EXE739 Internationalising the Curriculum
a Bachelor of Teaching or equivalent, or four years
Research units
of tertiary study including at least three years
EXE740 Independent Reading Study
teaching experience.
EXR781 Education Research Methodology**
This course is designed for qualified and experienced TLOTE professionals EXR791 Designing and Developing a Research Project
who wish to reflect on, evaluate and critique their practice and would like EXR796 Research Paper Part A***
to develop their understanding of contemporary second language teaching EXR797 Research Paper Part B***
in order to take on leadership roles in their workplace. EXR798 Minor Thesis Part A***
EXR799 Minor Thesis Part B***
If you wish to teach languages within the Victorian school sector you must
Notes:
meet specific content and practical teaching requirements in the related
* ECL755 incorporates a practicum of 22 days of supervised teaching practice in LOTE,
specialist field, as well as have a recognised teaching qualification that for those applicants who wish to meet Victorian Institute of Teaching requirements.
permits you to be employed as a teacher in Victoria. The type of practicum undertaken and the number of days satisfactorily completed
If you wish to meet the criteria for employment as a LOTE teacher in the will be identified on the student’s transcript.
** EXR781 – where you have an equivalent research study and/or experience this unit
Victorian school sector you should also hold either a three-year, post-Year 12
may be replaced with another 1 credit point unit in consultation with the course
major in LOTE; or current LOTE accreditation; or a statement of equivalence director.
from a LOTE department of an approved university. *** EXR796/797 Research Paper Part A and Part B and EXR798/EXR799 Minor Thesis
Part A and Part B may be available to complete within the same trimester, but only
Course structure
after consultation with the course director. EXR796/797 is a 2 credit point unit.
You are required to successfully complete 12 credit points comprising:
•• 4 credit points of compulsory core units (ECL755, ECL753, ECL777 and
either ECL751 or ECL752), and
•• 8 credit points of study as a combination of research and elective units
in one of the following three options.
Option 1
•• 2 credit points of research units (EXR781 and EXE740), and
•• 6 credit points of TESOL/TLOTE electives
Option 2
•• 4 credit points of research units, which include a 2 credit point research
paper (EXR781, EXR791, EXR796, EXR797), and
•• 4 credit points of TESOL/TLOTE electives
Option 3
•• 6 credit points of research units, including a 4 credit point minor thesis
(EXR781, EXR791, EXR798, EXR799), and
•• 2 credit points of TESOL/TLOTE electives
Note: Option 3 provides a research pathway for students to apply for entry to PhD.
Core units
Trimester 1
ECL777 Bilingualism and the Principles and Practices of Language Education
Trimester 1 and 2
ECL755 Professional Practice in TESOL or LOTE*
Trimester 1, 2 and 3
ECL753 Linguistics for Language Teaching
Plus one of the following units:
Trimester 1
ECL751 Pedagogy in the Globalised Language Classroom
Trimester 2
ECL752 Innovation in Language Curriculum
Melbourne Burwood Campus
11COURSEWORK
DEGREES
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF HIGHER MASTER OF APPLIED LEARNING AND
EDUCATION LEARNING AND TEACHING 0.5 TEACHING^ 1.5–2
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
E575 An approved qualification at degree level in any field. E730 1, 2 Applicants require a three-year bachelor degree
Participants in this course are expected to undertake qualification that covers two teaching method areas.
investigations into their own teaching practices and
^ This course is currently under review and subject to change.
contexts, so it is highly desirable that they are Please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching for the latest course information.
concurrently engaged in tertiary teaching or in 1 Graduate entry pre-service teaching qualification.
supporting teaching and learning processes. 2 E730 course includes campus intensives held at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
The Graduate Certificate of Higher Education Learning and Teaching meets This course prepares students for teacher registration in Australia and aims to
the requirements for credentialled tertiary teaching for academic staff. develop advanced knowledge, skills and professional capabilities required of
Such credentials are becoming increasingly valued across the higher teachers to design and implement academic and vocational applied learning
education sector, both in Australia and internationally. programs that are responsive to the changing patterns of young people’s
participation in education and training.
The course is suitable for all academics teaching undergraduate or
postgraduate students, in research supervision, and in the leadership or The course is offered in mixed-mode, through the delivery of intensives and
management of higher education. It caters for graduate students, tertiary also via cloud (online) learning through CloudDeakin.
teachers, adult educators and professional staff engaged in supporting The course has 60 days of supervised professional experience, which is
teaching and learning programs or delivering professional development integrated through the core units.
programs. The course develops your understandings of issues, research
findings and knowledge related to a range of tertiary teaching and learning Course structure
contexts. Relevant policies, procedures and practices will be used to further Students must complete a minimum of 16 credit points, including 12 core units
your knowledge of quality teaching and learning, as well as approaches and a 4 credit point internship or research pathway:
and strategies to curriculum design, assessment and the scholarship Core/WIL units
and leadership of teaching. ECJ721 Introduction to the Teaching Profession
Course structure ECN7xx Introduction to Teaching in the Later Years
The course requires the completion of 4 credit points comprising four ECN704 Theories and Practice of Applied Learning
core units. ECN7xx Youth Cultures and Learning Pathways
ECJ723 Planning, Facilitating and Assessing Applied Learning Programs
Core units for Vocational Pathways
Trimester 1 and 2 ECJ722 Planning, Facilitating and Assessing Specialist Subjects in the Middle
EEE733 The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Years
Trimester 1 and 3 ECN7xx Planning, Facilitating and Assessing Specialist Subjects in the Later
EEE731 Designing, Teaching and Assessing Higher Education Programs Years
ECN7xx Researching Literacy and Numeracy and Applying Teaching Strategies
Trimester 2 and 3 for Engagement in Learning
EEE730 Contextualising Learning and Teaching in Higher Education ECN7xx Planning and Creating Effective Learning Experiences for
Trimester 3 Indigenous Students
EEE732 HDR Supervision ECN7xx Teaching for Cultural Diversity in the Middle and Later Years
ECN7xx Approaches to Researching, Analysing and Applying Data for
Notes:
School Improvement
EEE730 offering commences Trimester 2 2014.
EEE732 offering commences Trimester 3 2014. ECN7xx Partnerships for Applied Learning: Independent Research Project
EEE731 is only offered in Trimester 1 and Trimester 3 commencing in 2015. Elective/research units
EEE733 is only offered in Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 commencing in 2015.
EPR704 Internship
EXR781 Education Research Methodology
EXR791 Designing and Developing a Research Project
EXR7xx Independent Action Research Project
EXR796 Research Paper Part A
EXR797 Research Paper Part B
EXR798 Minor Thesis Part A
EXR799 Minor Thesis Part B
For more information, including unit descriptions,
please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching.
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FT Full time
PT Part time
Melbourne Burwood Campus
Geelong Waterfront Campus
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
Cloud (online)
MASTER OF TEACHING 1.5–2 3 Plus one professional studies unit from:
EPR703 Reflecting on Practice in Professional Experience
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS EPR706 Reflecting on Practice in Professional Experience
E760 1, 2 Applicants require a three-year bachelor degree in any EPR707 Reflecting on Practice in Professional Experience
discipline other than a teaching qualification in the plus two core strand units relating to strand choice from below
nominated teaching strand. Core strand units
1 Graduate entry pre-service teaching qualification. EARLY CHILDHOOD
2 Also offered through the Institute of Koorie Education, which uses ECE761 Early Childhood Pedagogy, Curricula and Programmes
community-based delivery. ECE762 Language and Literacy
3 The cloud (online) offering of this course is studied part time only (50 per cent of
ECE763 Science and Environmental Awareness
a full-time load, which equates to 4 units of study each year). Any student wishing
to increase their load will have to gain written permission from the cloud (online) ECE764 Young Children’s Mathematics
course director. To do this, students will have to provide evidence of ability to ECP711 Creativity and the Arts in Childhood
manage the extra load effectively. ECP712 Social, Physical and Emotional Health and Wellbeing
The Master of Teaching is an innovative course with the flexibility of allowing Note: Melbourne Burwood Campus students study in campus mode only. Geelong Waurn
you to gain a teaching qualification in early childhood, primary or secondary Ponds Campus students study via cloud (online) study mode with periodic intensives at
the campus. Both study modes are only offered full time for the early childhood strand.
teaching, as well as the option of a dual qualification in early childhood and
primary or primary and secondary. PRIMARY
The course is offered in campus and cloud (online) study modes, with different ECP711 Creativity and the Arts in Childhood
strands available at different campuses in order to meet the needs of ECP712 Social, Physical and Emotional Health and Wellbeing
metropolitan, rural and regional students. EPL746 Primary Literacy
EPM742 Primary Children’s Mathematical Development
This course has been developed in response to the growing trend, nationally EPO701 Primary Humanities, Societies and Environments
and internationally, to require postgraduate qualifications for entry into the EPS735 Primary Science and Technology Education
teaching profession and to offer a number of pathways into the profession.
SECONDARY
Career opportunities Students enrolled in the secondary strand must complete:
As a graduate of the course you will be eligible to gain probationary
registration for teaching in primary or secondary school settings through the •• Two curriculum studies units (teaching Years 7–10) in their two discipline
Victorian Institute of Teaching and/or registered to teach in early childhood areas (e.g. in history and geography; or science and maths; or English
settings by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and drama etc.).
on the recommendation of Early Childhood Australia (Victorian Branch). •• Two curriculum studies units (teaching Years 11–12) in their two
discipline areas.
You will have transferable organisational, leadership, human resource •• EEH730 Promoting Student Wellbeing – students with 4 or 6 credit points in
management and training skills. There is a strong demand for qualified research studies at an appropriate standard may apply for entry into a PhD.
teachers and graduate starting salaries for teachers are high compared to •• Leadership of Teaching – a 4 credit point sequence of studies in Leadership
the graduate average. The increased demand for teachers has also resulted of Teaching (ELT711; ELT712; ELT713; ELT714)
in improvements in teaching conditions, resources and career advancement •• Internationalisation (Secondary Education only) – a 4 credit point sequence
opportunities. As a graduate of this course you may find employment as a of studies in units that equip graduates with knowledge in international
teacher within the private or public education sectors. You will complete at education, curriculum principles and current policy issues (EEG701,
least 60 days of supervised school or early childhood education experience
EEG702, EG703, EED704).
and will be required to apply for the Working With Children Check (WWCC)
•• LOTE (Primary and Secondary Education) – a 4 credit point sequence of
administered by the Department of Justice.
studies in LOTE for both primary and secondary students who have not
Course structure entered the course with a LOTE specialisation, but may well have the
You must successfully complete 16 credit points of study in the following required VIT requirement. The four units, when aligned with the remaining
course components. 12 units of the course, qualify graduates to teach LOTE (ECL751, ECL777,
ECL753, ESJ757).
Level 1 (Year 1)
•• TESOL (Primary and Secondary Education only) – a 4 credit point sequence
Trimester 1
of studies in TESOL for both primary and secondary students who have not
EEE751 Teaching: Promoting Successful Learning
entered the course with prerequisites to teach TESOL (ECL751, ECL752,
EPR701 Planning for Learning in Professional Experience
ECL753, ESJ759).
plus two core strand units relating to the following strand choice
•• Inclusive Education – a 4 credit point sequence of studies for both primary
Trimester 2 and secondary students to enable students to have increased knowledge
EEE752 Effective Planning and Assessment of student diversity and students who live in poverty (EIE701, EIE702,
EIE703, EIE704).
Plus one professional studies unit selected from:
EPR702 Managing Teaching in Professional Experience Please visit deakin.edu.au/teaching for more details on course structure.
EPR705 Managing Teaching in Professional Experience
plus two core strand units relating to strand choice from below
After completion of Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 studies, you must nominate
your additional trimester preferences and consult with enrolment officers
regarding your next trimester enrolment.
Level 2 (Year 2)
Trimester 1 (or alternative study period Level 2, Trimester 3)
EEE753 Becoming a Professional Educator
13COURSEWORK
DEGREES
MASTER OF TEACHING ENGLISH TO
SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES 1.5
DEAKIN CODE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
E757 Successful completion of a three-year tertiary degree
(or equivalent) at a recognised tertiary institution.
The Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MTESOL)
has been specifically designed to address the wide diversity of educational
backgrounds of students who are interested in teaching English.
The course is open to qualified professionals, including teachers, in the field
of education and training. Special entry is available for other applicants who
can demonstrate that their professional needs will be satisfied by the course.
Course structure
You are required to successfully complete 12 credit points comprising:
•• 4 credit points of core units, and
•• 8 credit points of study as a combination of research and elective units
in one of the following three configurations.
Option 1
•• 2 credit points of research units (EXR781 and EXE740), and
•• 6 credit points of electives
Option 2
•• 4 credit points of research units including a 2 credit point research paper
ANYELI SALDIVA (EXR781, EXR791, EXR796, EXR797), and
•• 4 credit points of electives
MASTER OF TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS
OF OTHER LANGUAGES Option 3
•• 6 credit points of research units, including a 4 credit point thesis
MELBOURNE BURWOOD CAMPUS
(EXR781, EXR791, EXR798, EXR799), and
‘I won a scholarship from my government to study at Deakin. •• 2 credit points of electives
So after I graduate I have a commitment with my country. Note: Option 3 provides a research pathway for students to apply for entry to PhD.
My mission is to teach other teachers all that I have learned The research pathway is not available to 8 credit point course students.
at Deakin and in Australia. I am going to teach in the national Enrolled students who choose not to complete the Master of TESOL can apply
university of my city, Arequipa. to graduate with the Graduate Certificate of TESOL (E580) as an exit option.
My studies at Deakin have been inspiring from day one, providing
so many opportunities and experiences that I will never forget.
Everything I have learned from my course has given me the basis
to establish a similar pattern in my own teaching practice. In
addition, the various volunteer programs I have participated in
have inspired me to propose to and encourage the universities
of my home country to establish similar kinds of programs,
allowing students to integrate and collaborate with one another
as a community.
Deakin has provided so many opportunities, not only an inspiring
teaching program, but also being able to interact with people
from all around the world and to learn about their cultures.
I’ve been actively involved in a number of programs the University
offers, such as the ISS-Connect program, host program and
DUELI Leadership Program. It’s been such a rewarding and
positive experience.’
For the latest information about new courses at
Deakin University, please visit deakin.edu.au.
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FT Full time
PT Part time
Melbourne Burwood Campus
Geelong Waterfront Campus
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
Cloud (online)
Core units Research units
Trimester 1, 2 or 3 EXR781 Education Research Methodology
ECL753 Linguistics for Language Teaching EXR791 Designing and Developing a Research Project
EXE740 Independent Reading Study
Trimester 1
EXR796 Research Paper Part A
ECL751 Pedagogy in the Globalised Language Classroom
EXR797 Research Paper Part B
Trimester 2 EXR798 Minor Thesis Part A
ECL752 Innovation in Language Curriculum EXR799 Minor Thesis Part B
Trimester 2 or 3
ECL756 Discourse Analysis for Language Teaching
Elective units
Trimester 1
ECL775 Intercultural Communication in Language Classrooms
ECL777 Bilingualism and the Principles and Practices of Language Education
Trimester 1 or 3
ECL773 Learning Global English in Diverse Social Contexts
Trimester 2
ECL776 Language Testing and Assessment
ECL774 Learning an Additional Language
EXE739 Internationalising the Curriculum
Trimester 3
ECL754 Language Teaching Practice in Context
INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
AND COLLABORATION
Deakin’s School of Education program offers master’s
degrees in partnership with several universities in China,
Indonesia and the Middle East, employing a range of
delivery modes, including dual awards and academic
collaboration.
Many of our international partnerships include student
exchange opportunities, course articulation and
collaborative research.
For more information, please visit
deakin.edu.au/arts-ed/international.
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