Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching
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35 Stirling Highway
Crawley, Western Australia 6009
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Career Pathways
This course will benefit anyone currently teaching in the higher education sector.
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Further Study
Graduates of this course may choose to pursue an academic career or an academic degree in the area of their teaching.
Fees and scholarships
Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course.
Domestic Fees
Postgraduate - fee paying students
Course Credit Points
24
Total Course Fee - 2021
$11,500.00
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching
Fee waiver
A fee waiver is available for UWA staff with the support of your Head of School.
Cost of living
There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.
Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) current employment in tertiary teaching.
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) current employment in tertiary teaching.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
How to apply
Ready to apply for this postgraduate course? Follow the steps and you’ll be on your way to joining us at UWA.
Course details
Responding to national and international trends in quality teaching, this course has been designed to assist tertiary educators working in higher education with their teaching and mentoring skills.
About the course
In this course, you will develop a suite of teaching and mentoring skills to maximise your own students’ learning, with a focus on areas such as curriculum, assessment and digital technologies.
Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching
Quick details
Status
- Available
Locations
- Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
- Part-time only
Delivery
- On-campus
Starting dates
- Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
- 4-5 full days in intensive mode; 3 hours per week in semester mode.
Level of study
- Postgraduate
Course Code
- 30250
- This course is not available to international student visa holders
Course structure
Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.
Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching
Application deadline
Applications are open all year round. UWA staff seeking a fee waiver should apply at least 2-3 weeks before the teaching start date.
Why study the Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching at UWA?
- You’ll develop teaching and mentoring skills to maximise your students’ learning.
- You’ll learn with internationally recognised educators.
- You’ll receive guidance on preparing an application for Associate Fellowship or Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy.
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