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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, Spring

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

 
   

Last reviewed: 6 November, 2007 

 
   
 
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