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Graduate Certificate of Education (Global Learning)
2020
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The Graduate Certificate of Education (Global Learning) is a diverse and innovative course covering international education, education policy, higher education, vocational education, literacy and language, English language teaching in Asia, educational leadership, Indigenous education and digital technologies and learning.
This course aims to meet the professional development needs of education policymakers, practitioners, school teachers and principals, and researchers working across Australia and in the Asia-Pacific, in areas such as (but not limited to): teacher education, higher education, community development, schooling educators interested in digital learning, futures education for all technical and vocational education, and training adult education. It includes pathways to teacher and principal training.
During this course, you will further strengthen your analytical thinking, collaborative learning, project management, and transformative practice skills in local and global settings. You are also encouraged to apply what you learn in practical contexts during your studies building real-world experience.
Career opportunities
Graduating from this course may lead to career opportunities as education policymakers, practitioners, school teachers and principals, and researchers working across Australia and in the Asia-Pacific.
Credit transfers & pathways
Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education
For information about credit transfer available to students with complete or incomplete study at this or other Institutions refer to Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
Course fees
Non-Commonwealth supported places
Full fee paying places are available in this course.
2019: Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments and 2019 HE Units and Fees.
2020: Information about fees and charges for 2020 will be published no later than 1 December 2019.
International applications
English Language Requirements for International Students
For detail on English Language Entry Requirements please read the entry requirements provided for International students.
How to Apply
International applicants apply directly to CDU and should refer to the information provided for International future students Apply.
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This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
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Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8.
Contact details
For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:
Course structure
This course uses an innovative delivery strategy, which includes combinations of online learning, seminars, conferences and intensive courses to deliver subject matter to students. Students will have options for systematic investigation of core issues through two core units that provide the framework for the course as well as project work to address their organisational or community based contexts. Students work with personal mentors to assist them in developing expertise in a chosen area of specialisation.
- 2020 HE unit offerings will be published on 1 October 2019.
- 2020 HE unit fees will be published no later than 1 December 2019.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 40 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
| Unit type | Credit Points | Specific requirements |
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Core Units (1 units) |
10cp |
Compulsory Core units totalling 10 credit points as detailed below.
EMG505 Research Methodologies in Global Learning |
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Specialist Electives (2-3 units) |
30cp |
Specialist Elective units totalling 30 credit points as detailed below.
EMG501 The Challenge of Global Learning |
| 40cp | Total Credit Points |
Students who commenced in or after 2013
The grade of "PC" cannot be counted towards a Graduate Certificate AQF Level 8 course award.
Students should refer to the current Grading Policy and Common Course Rules for further information.
Study plan
- 2020 HE unit offerings will be published on 1 October 2019.
- 2020 HE unit fees will be published no later than 1 December 2019.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
Students commencing in Semester 1
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| EMG505 Research Methodologies in Global Learning | CO | ||
| Specialist Elective 1 | SE | ||
| Specialist Elective 2 | SE | ||
| Specialist Elecitve 3 | SE | ||
Students commencing in Semester 2
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| EMG505 Research Methodologies in Global Learning | CO | ||
| Specialist Elective 1 | SE | ||
| Specialist Elective 2 | SE | ||
| Specialist Elecitve 3 | SE | ||
Note: Students who are enrolled in one of the following units can be considered taking both Specialist Elective 1 and Specialist Elective 2.
EMG609 Internship in Global Learning (20cp)
EMG824 Thesis in Global Learning 1 #20 (20cp)
EGC511 Gifted and Talented Education (20cp)
EGC512 Indigenous Education Leadership (20cp)
EGC513 Leading Teaching (20cp)
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