SMEC Postgraduate Diplomas

Postgraduate Diploma in Science Education
[Handbook Course Entry]

Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics Education
[Handbook Course Entry]

The Postgraduate Diploma in Science/Mathematics Education is designed to improve the professional practice of science, mathematics and technology educators at primary, secondary and tertiary levels. Successful completion of this course provides direct entry into the Master’s degree course and, in some instances, direct entry into a doctoral degree. In several Australian states, the Postgraduate Diploma is recognised as four–year trained status for primary teachers.

This program of coursework covers:

• current developments in science, mathematics or technology education
• practical insights relevant to improving one’s own teaching
• state–of–the–art information in science, mathematics or technology speciality subjects
• broad overviews of supporting science, mathematics or technology subjects
• educational research and curriculum work

The diploma consists of a wide choice of coursework units in science, mathematics and technology education, plus a minor project related to the student’s own situation.

The Program and Recognition of Prior Learning

The Postgraduate Diploma in Science/Mathematics Education requires successful completion of eight units (200 credits) usually including two project units and elective units. However, many students in the Postgraduate Diploma program are eligible for up to 4 units (100 credits) exemptions based on professional experience.

Sample Program for the Postgraduate Diploma

A typical part–time program of two years duration:

Unit Title	Credits
Up to four units advanced standing based on professional experience	100
Year 1 First Semester SMEC 501: Foundations & Issues	25
Year 1 Second Semester SMEC 502: Research & Evaluation	25
Year 2 First Semester SMEC 591: Science/Mathematics Education Project	25
Year 2 Second Semester SMEC 592: Science/Mathematics Education Project	25
Total 8 units	200

 

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