Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher Education)
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher Education) is offered by the Institute for Teaching and Learning through the Faculty of Education and Social Work. It is designed for university teachers. The emphasis of the course is on improving student learning rather than on instructional methods. The course aims to provide university teachers with opportunities to reflect on educational theory and student learning research from the perspective of their own teaching experiences through the scholarship of teaching and learning. It is designed to support staff in developing their professional expertise as university teachers in order to better understand and enhance the learning of their students.
The curriculum and teaching of the Graduate Certificate is informed by a set of core principles. The Graduate Certificate consists of four units of part-time study over two semesters.
A University of Sydney Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher
Education) degree is awarded after successful completion of these four
units.
The Graduate Certificate is one of The University of Sydney's main teaching and learning staff development strategies. Enrolment is open to any University staff member whose responsibilities include teaching. See the information on 'who should do the course' in the Frequently Asked Questions section to see if it is the most suitable staff development course for you.
Course fees for the Graduate Certificate are waived by the university for all approved university staff, but there is an expectation that graduands will mentor future students when approached. Please note that there is no mid year intake.
Contact us: The Course Coordinator for the Graduate Certificate in 2009 is Associate Professor Simon Barrie, ext.15814. Register your interest for 2010 here.
