Graduate Certificate in Literacy

Testamur Title of Degree:	Graduate Certificate in Literacy
Abbreviation:	GCertLiteracy
Home Faculty:	Education
Duration:	1 session or equivalent part time
Total Credit Points:	24
Delivery Mode:	On Campus, Distance
Starting Session(s):	Autumn
Location:	Wollongong, Distance
UOW Course Code:	1106, D1106
CRICOS Code:	028403F

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Literacy is designed to provide a specialist qualification in the area of Literacy Education for teachers interested in qualifying in this area. This is offered using online delivery methods.

Entry Requirements

Entry is available to candidates who satisfy the University's entry requirements for Graduate Certificates (i.e. a three-year degree or equivalent).

Advanced Standing

Students who wish to continue onto the MEd program can transfer 24 credit points for subjects completed in a Graduate Certificate program, provided the candidate has not formally graduated with the Graduate Certificate award. If the candidate has formally received the Graduate Certificate, up to 12 credit points of advanced standing will be granted towards the MEd.

Course Program

Subjects		Credit Points
EDGR911	Teaching Reading	8
EDGR912	Teaching Writing	8
Plus one of the following:
EDGH957	Multiliteracies and Numeracies in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET	8
EDGA971	Assessment and Evaluation of Language and Literacy	8
EDGA987	Children's Literature	8