Adult education

Why study Adult education?

 

We offer courses for education graduates to advance their knowledge and skills and for graduates of other disciplines. Our courses range from generalist studies and pathways to Master-level to a professional teaching qualification for those currently working in adult education in industry, TAFE, health, community and human services. If you have no background in education, you may do Master-level training in adult education, nurse education, counselling and human services, inter-cultural communication and diversity, pedagogy and curriculum.

Career opportunities

Career opportunities depend on the course you select. They include adult educator, nurse educator, TAFE teacher or training consultant. Master-level programs provide a higher degree qualification if your study, research, professional interests and qualifications are in the education and training of adults. We provide a career pathway for industry trainers, VET and TAFE teachers, adult literacy and language teachers, consultants and those working in the community or health and human service industries.

Courses

Local students

Adult education courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2011 Graduate Diploma in Vocational Education and Training Melbourne
Bendigo
Other
Albury-Wodonga
1 year full-time or 2-3 years part-time Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Graduate Diploma in Vocational Education and Training continued…

Course description
The course is offered jointly through La Trobe University and selected TAFEs, and includes both university and TAFE subjects. It provides a professional teacher education qualification for those interested in or involved in teaching and training in environments such as industry or TAFE.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree or recognised professional/trade qualification that satisfies requirements for employment in the TAFE sector, and five years' industry experience. Special Entry may be available on the basis of equivalent professional qualifications or experience.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $11,990 (per 120 credit points) Fees adjusted per 20 credit points of university subjects. TAFE subjects attract a different fee.
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply direct to the University by 14 February for Semester 1 and 11 July for Semester 2.
Professional recognition
The course attracts a range of professional accreditations in the VET sector in Victoria and NSW, including sponsored Teaching Fellowships awarded through the Victorian TAFE Development Centre.
Full course details
Vocational Education and Training (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
Vocational Education and Training (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
Vocational Education and Training (Graduate Diploma)Other
Vocational Education and Training (Graduate Diploma)Albury-Wodonga
2011 Master of Arts in Education Melbourne
Bendigo
Albury-Wodonga
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Arts in Education continued…

Course description
This course is designed for professionals with no background in education seeking to advance their professional standing through studies in an education-related area. Specialist study areas include adult education, applied linguistics, nurse education, counselling and human services, intercultural communication and diversity, and pedagogy and curriculum.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree or equivalent provides entry to a two-year program (240 credit points). An approved four-year teaching qualification, Honours degree, or relevant Graduate Diploma from a recognised university, institution, or approved international equivalent is accepted for one year of Advanced Standing (credit) and corresponding fee reduction of up to 120 credit points.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $12,610 (per 120 credit points)
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply direct to the University by 14 February for Semester 1 and 11 July for Semester 2.
Full course details
Arts (Education) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Education) (Master)Bendigo
Arts (Education) (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2012 Master of Education Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Education continued…

Course description
This course is for graduates with a background in teaching and/or educational administration, and others with a professional interest in education. With flexible study and subject options, students can undertake professional development in their area of interest. Specialist areas of study include administration, leadership and management; health education; organisational change; and student advocacy and well-being. For people involved in teaching at any level, this is a teacher development course. It may either add a specialist qualification for teachers who are already registered or lead to further study opportunities in the broad field of education. It is not a professional-entry program.
Prerequisite
Candidates with a three-year Bachelor degree are eligible for entry to a two-year program. Candidates with a four year teaching qualification, an Honours degree or a relevant specialist Graduate Diploma from a recognised university or institution are eligible for advanced standing entry to a 120 credit-point program.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $13,360 per 120 credit points.
How to apply
Apply direct to the University by 14 February for Semester 1 and 11 July for Semester 2. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Full course details
Education (Master)Melbourne
Education (Master)Bendigo
Education (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2011 Master of Education (coursework) Melbourne
Bendigo
Albury-Wodonga
1-2 years full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Education (coursework) continued…

Course description
This course is for graduates with a background in teaching and/or educational administration, and others with a professional interest in education. With flexible study and subject options, students can undertake professional development in their area of interest. Specialist areas of study include administration, leadership and management; health education; organisational change; and student advocacy and well-being.
Prerequisite
Candidates with a three-year Bachelor degree are eligible for entry to a two-year program. Candidates with a Graduate Bachelor of Education, an Honours degree or a relevant specialist Graduate Diploma from a recognised university or institution are eligible for entry to a one-year program.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $12,610 (per 120 credit points)
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply direct to the University by 14 February for Semester 1 and 11 July for Semester 2.
Full course details
Education (Master - coursework)Melbourne
Education (Master - coursework)Bendigo
Education (Master - coursework)Albury-Wodonga

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

  • Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
  • CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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Adult education international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2011 Master of Arts in Education (037254F) Albury-Wodonga
Melbourne
2 years Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $19 520

Master of Arts in Education continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This course is designed for professionals with no background in education seeking to advance their professional standing through studies in an education-related area. Specialist study areas include adult education, applied linguistics, nurse education, counselling and human services, intercultural communication and diversity, and pedagogy and curriculum.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent provides entry to a two-year program consisting of 240 credit points of study. An approved four-year teaching qualification, Honours degree, or relevant Graduate Diploma from a recognised university or institution, or approved international equivalent, is accepted for one year of Advanced Standing (credit) and corresponding fee reduction of up to 120 credit points.
Course details
Arts (Education) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Education) (Master)Bendigo
Arts (Education) (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2012 Master of Education (011412M) Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
2 years *1 year - 120 credit point program *Entry into the 1 year (120 credit points) program is available only to applicants granted Advanced Standing (credit). Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $A$20 490

Master of Education continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This course is for graduates with a background in teaching and/or educational administration, and others with a professional interest in education. With flexible study and subject options, students can undertake professional development in their area of interest. Specialist areas of study include administration, leadership and management; health education; organisational change; and student advocacy and well-being. For people involved in teaching at any level, this is a teacher development course. It may either add a specialist qualification for teachers who are already registered or lead to further study opportunities in the broad field of education. It is not a professional-entry program.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
A three-year Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent. Applicants with an approved four-year teaching qualification, an Honours degree, or a relevant specialist Graduate Diploma from a recognised university or institution will be eligible for Advanced Standing (credit) into a 120 credit point (one year) program.
Additional information
Completion of a minor thesis in this program provides eligibility for a direct pathway into Doctoral studies (EdD and PhD). Candidates who complete the program by coursework may apply for the EdD but need to achieve a B Grade average in the coursework component to be eligible for the Doctoral Thesis.
Course details
Education (Master)Melbourne
Education (Master)Bendigo
Education (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2011 Master of Education (coursework) (011412M) Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
2 years *1 year - 120 credit point program *Entry into the 1 year - 120 credit points program is available only to applicants granted Advanced Standing (credit) Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $19 520

Master of Education (coursework) continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This course is for graduates with a background in teaching and/or educational administration, and others with a professional interest in education. With flexible study and subject options, students can undertake professional development in their area of interest. Specialist areas of study include administration, leadership and management; health education; organisational change; and student advocacy and well-being.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
A three-year Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent. Applicants with a Bachelor of Education, an Honours degree, or a relevant specialist Graduate Diploma from a recognised university or institution will be eligible for Advanced Standing (credit) into the 1 year, 120 credit point program.
Additional information
Completion of Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this program provide a direct pathway into doctoral studies (EdD and PhD). Candidates who complete Strand 4 (Coursework only) of this program or the Master of Teaching award may apply for the EdD but need to achieve a B Grade average in the coursework component to be eligible to proceed to the doctoral thesis.
Course details
Education (Master - coursework)Melbourne
Education (Master - coursework)Bendigo
Education (Master - coursework)Albury-Wodonga

How to apply?

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Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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