2009 Undergraduate Courses

2009 Postgraduate Courses

Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education

Testamur Title of Degree:

Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education

Abbreviation:

GCertGiftedEd

Home Faculty:

Education

Duration:

1 session or equivalent part time

Total Credit Points:

24

Delivery Mode:

Face-to-face with online support, Distance

Starting Session(s):

Autumn

Location:

Wollongong, Distance

UOW Course Code:

1109, D1109

CRICOS Code:

036455E

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education is designed to provide a specialist qualification in the area of Gifted Education for graduates interested in qualifying in this area. The course consists of 24 credit points generally completed over twelve months.

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

Students must complete 24cp chosen from the subjects listed below. Other subjects from the Special Education may be included with the approval of the specialisation program co-ordinator.

Subjects

Credit Points

EDGX901

Psychology for Educators

6

EDGS922

Teaching Gifted Students

6

EDGS924

Giftedness in Special Populations

6

EDGS912

Contemporary Perspectives in the Education of Students with Diverse Needs

6

Last reviewed: 7 November, 2008