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Education
What makes Education at Monash special?
The 2010 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) report rated the discipline
of education at Monash University ‘above world standard’. Education at Monash
was ranked first in Victoria and equal first in Australia.
The Faculty of Education is dedicated to the notion of learning across the
lifespan, recognising that education is relevant for everyone across all stages
of life.
A wide range of programs are offered across diverse discipline areas from
graduate to doctoral level. These coursework and research programs provide
transferable knowledge and skills which foster professional development for
diverse career paths, enhancing an individual’s prospects by equipping them
to meet the challenges of a competitive global workforce.
Faculty of Education staff are engaged in a wide range of industry relevant and
innovative quality research and are committed to supporting students who wish
to enter the field of educational research, providing pathways through
postgraduate programs.
The expertise of highly-qualified and experienced academic staff and their
commitment to mentor students, generates a stimulating and supportive learning
environment making for a rich and enjoyable experience.
Staff in the faculty are active contributors to national and international journals
and conferences and have numerous connections to overseas universities and
organisations.
When you become an educator, you become a manager, instructor, counsellor, mentor, carer and more. Teaching is a challenging and rewarding career giving you a chance to engage with and nurture others.
Through your supervision and guidance you can see your students develop and grow, see their lives transform through your tuition and know that you’ve made a difference. The Faculty of Education is renowned for providing high-quality teaching and specialised facilities across four Victorian campuses. Depending on the specific education area that you wish to pursue, your studies will be focused at one of these four diverse campuses; Berwick, Clayton, Gippsland or Peninsula.
Our faculty’s academic expertise is widely acknowledged, with many of our lecturers having leading reputations for research in areas such as early childhood education, mathematics and science education and language and literacy education. Their expert guidance will ensure that you’re ready for a successful career or further study when you graduate.
The Faculty of Education offers
qualifications which allow students to build on their previous undergraduate studies and begin a satisfying, rewarding and reliable career as a professional educator. A Graduate Diploma of Education allows students to apply and extend their existing knowledge and share it with others. When they complete the program they will have better skills as an organiser, leader and communicator.
As well as equipping students with the capabilities and knowledge for a professional teaching career, a Master of Teaching further extends their study horizons. The program of study within a Master of Teaching provides a clear path for graduates to explore pathways in research and postgraduate study.
The Faculty of Education’s reputation for providing high-quality teaching to produce graduates of a high calibre ensures that Monash graduates are keenly sought after by employers.
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Master of Teaching
(Early Childhood)
Course code: 4202
Duration: 1.5 years full-time (96 credit points)
Campus: Peninsula
Intake: First semester
Entry requirements: Recognised degree or equivalent diploma
The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) program is designed to develop students’ theoretical and practical knowledge in the area of early childhood teaching. Students form a broad conceptual understanding in the field of education as active participants in both on-campus classes and off-campus teaching practicum placements. The emphasis is on the underpinning theories in early childhood teaching and the development of a strong understanding of the theories of child development. The program highlights the range of early childhood services and the social context of early childhood provision for children aged birth to five years, as well as the need for flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of families and young children. It also addresses the relationship between service provision and the families of young children and develops an understanding of the ethical requirements of early childhood teachers and the practical application of these requirements.
The program comprises eight units of study focusing on contemporary theories and research about early childhood development, curriculum, professional practice and leadership. Additionally, throughout the program, students will undertake up to 55 days of professional placements in a range of early childhood settings. For more information please visit:
www.education.monash.edu/placements.
For the most up-to-date information about this program, please visit: www.monash. edu.au/study/coursefinder/course/4202.
Professional and Study Pathways
Graduates of this course will be well placed to commence employment in a wide range of early childhood settings.
In addition, graduates who complete optional research methodology units and a thesis component may progress to doctoral level studies.
Master of Teaching
(Secondary)
Course code: 4201
Duration: 1.5 years full-time (96 credit points)
Campus: Berwick
Intake: First semester
Entry requirements: Recognised degree or equivalent diploma from disciplines that qualify for two single teaching specialism subjects (teaching areas) or an approved double specialism. For information on specialism prerequisites please visit:
www.education.monash.edu/units/ secondary-specialisms.html.
The Master of Teaching (Secondary) prepares graduates for teaching in secondary schools and provides them with the opportunity to build on strengths developed in their undergraduate degree.
It combines academic studies about the foundations of education with units appropriate to the two teaching specialisms will ultimately be qualified to teach.
Teaching specialisms are based on a student’s undergraduate studies. Generally they must have studied that discipline at university level for at least two years, and then complete the education units related to each specialism.
Secondary education studies focus on adolescent learning and the nature of education, classroom teaching and practice in schools, education and its relationship to society and planning, implementation and evaluation of the school curriculum. Students also gain valuable classroom experience by completing professional placements, undertaking a minimum of 60 days of supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of their curriculum specialism. For more information please visit: www. education.monash.edu/placements.
For the most up-to-date information about this program, please visit: www.monash. edu/study/coursefinder/course/4201.
Professional and Study Pathways
Students will acquire the skills that will effectively allow them to plan and deliver educational programs for children in secondary schools.
Following registration with the VIT, graduates are eligible to teach in Victorian secondary schools and related teaching services in two specialist secondary subject areas. Graduates wishing to teach interstate or overseas are advised to check registration requirements with local authorities. For further information visit: www.vit.vic.edu.au. An optional supplementary research methods and thesis component provides a pathway to doctoral qualifications.
Master of Teaching
Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary)
Course code: 0341
Duration: 1 year full-time (1.25 years of study completed in 1 calendar year, 60 credit points).
Campus: Gippsland, Peninsula.
Intake: First semester.
Entry requirements: Recognised degree or equivalent diploma.
This program is designed for graduates from a range of disciplines, with a strong interest in working with primary school aged children and is structured around on-campus classes and teaching professional placements. Students will form a broad conceptual understanding of the field of education, and gain an understanding of curriculum development and the significance of the key learning areas taught in primary schools, as well as knowledge about child development underlying professional practice. They will be required to engage as active participants in both classes and teaching practicum placements. For the professional placement program, students will undertake up to 50 days of placement in a combination of teaching blocks and single days in a range of educational settings. For more information please visit: www.education.monash.edu/ placements.
The Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary) comprises ten units, currently including: Professional experience; Learning and teaching; Language and literacy in primary contexts; Primary mathematics education; Health and wellbeing in the primary curriculum; Enabling literacy and numeracy; Valuing science, innovation and society; Communicating through the arts. Delivery is via workshops and lectures, with approximately 20 contact hours per week. This is an intensive program of study, which is equivalent to 1.25 years of study, but is completed in one calendar year. This more intensive program is necessary to ensure coverage of all learning areas. For the most up-to-date information about this program, please visit: www.monash.edu.au/study/ coursefinder/course/0341.
Professional and Study Pathways
Students will acquire the skills that will effectively allow them to plan and deliver educational programs for children in primary schools. Following registration with the VIT, graduates are eligible to teach in Victorian primary schools and related teaching services.
Graduates wishing to teach interstate or overseas are advised to check registration requirements with local authorities. For further information visit: www.vit.vic.edu.au. Successful graduates may decide to continue their studies, and pursue a Master of Education or another relevant postgraduate qualification.
Kirstyn Mann
Graduate, Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary)
Human movement graduate Kirstyn was keen to return to university studies after recognising she wanted to become a teacher: “I worked in exercise rehab but decided that I wanted to become a primary school teacher as I enjoy working with children and wanted to help children succeed in life” she said.
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Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary)
Course code: 1737
Duration: 1 year full-time (1.25 years of study completed in 1 calendar year, 60 credit points). 2 years part-time (60 credit points).
Campus: Clayton, on-campus (full-time); Gippsland, on-campus (full-time in mixed mode which includes a combination of on-campus and off-campus study), Off-campus (part-time).
Intake: First semester.
Entry requirements: Recognised degree or equivalent diploma from disciplines that qualify for two single teaching specialism subjects (teaching areas) or an approved double specialism. For information on specialism prerequisites, please visit:
www.education.monash.edu/units.
For people who want to become secondary school teachers, this program combines academic studies about the foundations of education with units appropriate to the two teaching specialisms graduates will ultimately be qualified to teach.
Teaching specialisms are based on a student’s undergraduate studies. Generally they must have studied that discipline at university level for at least two years, and then complete the education units related to each specialism.
Students will complete four core education units, two core curriculum units (or a core curriculum unit and a curriculum elective unit), two curriculum specialism units and professional placement units.
The four core education units engage with broader theories and practices that mediate teaching and learning, covering pedagogy, curriculum and assessment including:
Education as a profession The relationship between teaching
and learning
Psychology of students, particularly adolescents
Social context of education
Implementation of learning strategies, including learning technologies Communication skills, including literacy
skills
Classroom management Assessment.
Secondary teaching specialisms
Not all secondary teaching specialisms are offered on each campus or in each delivery mode. Students must ensure that the program/campus combination that they apply for offers the secondary teaching specialisms they are eligible to teach. Eligibility for teaching specialisms usually requires a background of at least two years of tertiary study in the discipline. A double teaching specialism requires at least three years of study in the discipline.
An extensive range of secondary teaching curriculum specialisms are available for students to choose from including:
accounting, biology, business management, chemistry, drama, economics, English, English as a Second Language (ESL), geography, health, history, information technology/computing, Jewish studies, Languages Other Than English (LOTE)*, legal studies, mathematics, media studies, music*, outdoor education, physical education, physics, science, social education, visual arts*.
NB. Specialisms may vary over time and some restrictions apply to availability. Subjects marked with * are offered as single or double specialisms.
For full details, please visit:
www.education.monash.edu/units/ secondary-specialisms.html.
Students complete up to 50 days of satisfactory professional placements which provide supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of their curriculum specialism. These professional placements are
conducted in blocks during allocated periods. For more information please visit:
www.education.monash.edu/placements.
For the most up-to-date information about this program, please visit: www.monash.edu/ study/coursefinder/course/1737.
Professional and Study Pathways
Students will acquire the skills that will effectively allow them to plan and deliver educational programs for children in secondary schools. Following registration with the VIT, graduates are eligible to teach in Victorian secondary schools and related teaching services in two specialist secondary subject areas. Graduates wishing to teach interstate or overseas are advised to check registration requirements with local authorities. For further information visit: www.vit.vic.edu.au. Successful graduates may decide to continue their studies, and pursue a Master of Education or another relevant postgraduate qualification.
Victoria Olds
Graduate, Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary)
Arts Honours graduate Victoria changed career direction to fulfil a long held goal: “Although I enjoyed my job, I knew it was not what I wanted to do the rest of my life. I’d thought about becoming a teacher since leaving school, and finally decided it was the perfect way to combine my love of learning with my love of history.“ After relocating from New Zealand, Victoria chose Monash because “it was a reputable university, and the DipEd program was just what I was looking for. I could qualify to become
Why study at Monash?
There is an over-arching belief that Monash University’s best is always yet to come: the next discovery, the next graduation, the next group of new and eager students. The future drives Monash, so what better university can you choose to drive your future?
Your postgraduate experience should be engaging and inspiring. The Faculty of Education enjoys an enviable reputation in Australia’s education community. During the course of your studies, you will benefit from our experienced and well-regarded
academics, learning alongside the country’s leading researchers in fields such as early childhood education, psychology and science, mathematics and language/literacy education.
Postgraduate students at Monash discover a rich academic environment,
opportunities for scholarships, and a healthy campus life. Since its inception
over 50 years ago, Monash University has become one of Australia’s higher
education flagships, an institution that gets attention throughout the world for
the value of its research, and the calibre of its graduates.
Berwick campus
The Berwick campus is renowned for its strong sense of community and outstanding learning support. Students enjoy a modern learning environment and easy access to academic staff and support services. The campus boasts strong links to leading corporate, industry and government organisations and is home to a specialised suite of industry-driven undergraduate and postgraduate programs sought after by employers in Australia and overseas. The Faculty of Education is introducing new programs of specialised study at the campus from 2012.
Clayton campus
Clayton campus is Monash University’s largest campus, and it shows in the rich collegiate atmosphere. It’s busy at every turn, from the campus centre cafes to the Matheson library. The Faculty of Education operates a well equipped Teaching/ Technology Learning Centre (TLC) which manages a large range of resources, including: group workspace/study space; media workshop – physical materials; access to the Theses collection; access to AV equipment; access to the Teaching Materials collection held in the centre; workshops and training; as well as services such as laminating, binding, printing and more. Additionally, the Matheson library also carries an extensive range of education material.
You can travel to the Clayton campus by public transport, cycle along the nearby Scotchman’s Creek trail, or take advantage of the Monash freeway.
Gippsland campus
Set on 63 hectares of landscaped grounds, the Gippsland campus is Monash’s only non-metropolitan campus. Located in Churchill, in the foothills of the picturesque Strzelecki Ranges, the campus is around two hours from Melbourne. The campus places a strong emphasis on meeting regional skills needs, while keeping the Monash focus on global trends. A wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs and research activity are offered by the Faculty of Education at the campus.
Peninsula campus
With its coastal location, the Peninsula campus puts you in a relaxed frame of mind. The faculty boasts a fully equipped sports lab and a well appointed Teaching/Technology Learning Centre (TLC). Peninsula campus is within easy reach of Frankston railway station with the free university-run shuttle bus delivering you directly to and from the campus. Alternatively the Mornington Peninsula freeway and Eastlink make it very accessible by car.
For more information about the varied and diverse Monash campuses visit:
www.monash.edu/study/campuses.
Distinct destinations
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Application, admission and fee information
Applications
Domestic applicants
For more information on how to apply, visit:
www.education.monash.edu/students/ prospective/howtoapply.
International applicants
For more information on how to apply, visit:
www.monash.edu/study/international.
International students
The faculty has students from many different countries and cultural backgrounds. This diversity helps to create a stimulating and vibrant educational community, one that looks outward to engage with the best the world has to offer. You will share in ideas from around the world, at a university with a global reputation for achievement. Students located offshore should apply through a registered Monash University agent, or directly to the university. For more information please visit:
www.monash.edu/study/international.
English language
requirements
Applicants for all courses must meet the faculty’s English language requirements for admission. For up-to-date information on English language requirements visit:
www.education.monash.edu/students/ prospective/english-requirements.
Credit for prior study
Students may apply for credit to programs in the Faculty of Education for:
previous study in an accredited program at a tertiary institution (Credit transfer), or previous study in a non-accredited
program or work experience (Recognition of prior learning – RPL).
For more information about these processes and to download application forms please visit: www.education.monash.edu/ students/prospective/credit.html.
Working with children check
A Working with Children Check is required by all students prior to commencement of professional placements in school and early childhood settings. For more information visit:
www.justice.vic.gov.au/workingwithchildren. You will need to provide evidence that the Check has been completed with your application or before commencing fieldwork.
Scholarships
A range of attractive scholarships are available for postgraduate students. These include scholarships for outstanding academic results, and a range of equity and access scholarships. Check the Monash Scholarships website for more information about the scholarships available and for details on how to apply. Please visit:
www.monash.edu/scholarships.
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Place
(CSP)
Australian and New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents and holders of humanitarian visas are eligible to apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). Students granted a CSP make a partial contribution to the total cost of their education, with the Commonwealth government funding the balance. Many Faculty of Education Postgraduate programs are available as CSP.
For further information on CSP and student contribution amounts visit:
www.goingtouni.gov.au.
Domestic students
The Graduate Entry Teaching programs are also offered as full-fee programs. Students in these programs pay the full tuition cost of the program as an upfront payment at the beginning of each semester.
For further information about fees, visit:
www.monash.edu/fees.
Higher Education Loan Program
(HELP)
A suite of loans has been introduced under the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP). The FEE-HELP scheme provides an interest-free, income-contingent loan facility for eligible students enrolled in some programs.
For more information visit:
www.goingtouni.gov.au.
International students
To study at Monash, international students will have two types of fees to pay – tuition and health care fees. For further information on international fees visit: www.monash. edu/study/international/apply/fees.html.
Indigenous education
The Faculty of Education is committed to building respectful and equal partnerships with Indigenous communities, working together to create a culturally safe environment where educators, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, will make significant contribution to the field of Indigenous education in teaching and research. By developing culturally appropriate partnerships, positive role models and through the preservation and maintenance of Indigenous life ways in the Australian education system, the partnerships will support the economic and social sustainability of Indigenous communities and the development of the faculty as a national and international leader in the field of Indigenous education teaching and research.
The Faculty of Education is committed to:
developing non-indigenous teacher education students to become culturally competent educators; encourage and support Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander people to become teachers, researchers and leaders in the mainstream
education systems of Australia; work in partnership with schools
and communities to develop high-quality education opportunities for Indigenous children and young adults;
provide information for non-Indigenous people about Indigenous issues in education. For more information about our Indigenous Education initiatives, visit:
More information – quick guide
The following links will provide you with useful and up-to-date information about applying to study at Monash University and about current professional registration requirements.
Find out more information about programs and units in the latest Monash University Postgraduate Handbook online at
www.monash.edu/pubs/handbooks
Faculty of Education
www.education.monash.edu
Application procedures, including supplementary forms
www.education.monash.edu/students/prospective/howtoapply/postgraduate.html
English language requirements
www.education.monash.edu/students/prospective/english-requirements
Fees
www.education.monash.edu/students/prospective/course-fees.html
International students
www.monash.edu/study/international
Scholarships
www.adm.monash.edu/scholarships
Victorian Institute of Teaching
www.vit.vic.edu.au
VTAC
www.vtac.edu.au
Faculty of Education www.education.monash.edu
Berwick campus
100 Clyde Road Berwick VIC 3806
Postal address
PO Box 1071
Narre Warren VIC 3805
Telephone
+61 3 9905 2888
education.berwick@monash.edu
Clayton campus
Wellington Road Clayton Vic 3168
Postal address
Building 6,
Monash University Vic 3800
Telephone
+61 3 9905 2888
education.clayton@monash.edu
Gippsland campus
Northways Road Churchill Vic 3842
Postal address
Northways Road Churchill Vic 3842
Telephone
+61 3 9902 6367
education.gippsland@monash.edu
Peninsula campus
McMahons Road Frankston Vic 3199
Postal address
PO Box 527 Frankston Vic 3199
Telephone
+61 3 9904 4291
education.peninsula@monash.edu
International student enquiries
Telephone: +61 3 9903 4788
Email: study@monash.edu
Disclaimer: Monash University reserves the right to alter information, procedures, fees and regulations contained in this document. Please check the Monash University website for updates (www.monash.edu). All information reflects prescriptions, policy and practice in force at time of publication. Published July 2011.
