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Graduate Diploma in Education: Middle Years
The Faculty of Education at La Trobe University is offering a NEW Graduate Diploma in Education (Middle Years) in 2008. The course qualifies students to teach in primary and secondary schools up to Year 10, focusing on the middle years (Years 5-10).
Highlights of the course:
Flexible delivery modes
Course duration - One year full-time (completed in 8 months)
On Campus Study - 5 weeks over course duration
Specialisation in the middle years (qualifies to teach primary and secondary)
Combination of innovative online learning modules and face-to-face learning
Course enables an early finish at end of September
Practicum and field work undertaken at a metropolitan/regional area of your choice
Entry Criteria
A completed approved bachelor qualification in any discipline with major or sub-major studies in two areas of the secondary school curriculum. Most secondary teaching methods will be catered for within the course. Although the normal requirement is for two teaching methods, applicants who have qualified in their degree with only one secondary teaching method are still eligible to apply. Mathematics to at least Year 11 is recommended.
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Application to the Course
Applicants should apply through VTAC (Victoria Tertiary Admission Centre).
Details on line at www.vtac.edu.au or phone 1300 364 133.
Timely application period - 2008 - Application cost $33.00
Note: Applications for graduate entry teaching courses will not be accepted after 5pm, Friday 16 November.
VTAC Codes - 2008:
Campus - Shepparton 93421 - Type - Commonwealth Supported Place [CSP] Fulltime 93422 - Type - Feepaying Fulltime
Note: This course is currently not available for International Students in 2008.
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Program Fees
Both Commonwealth Supported place and fee-paying places are available. Eligible applicants will have the ability to defer payment of either the student contribution or tuition fee of this course.
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Course Structure and other information
Applicants will find the following links useful:
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Scholarship Information
Applicants have access to a range of Scholarships to assist meeting some of the costs associated with studying at University. Applicants should ensure they check the eligibility criteria for each scholarship.
Further information regarding Scholarships is available at: www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships
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Further Information
Please feel free to contact the Faculty of Education if you have any questions relating to this course:
Telephone: (03) 5444 7885 or (03) 5833 2589
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