UWA PLUS
Higher Education: Past and Present EDUCM565
Explore the dynamic history and ongoing transformation of higher education through this comprehensive micro-credential. Participants will delve into the global and local contexts that have shaped educational systems, uncovering the roles of power and privilege in these developments. Utilising key social theories and concepts, this course offers deep insights into the historical and contemporary landscapes of higher education. Participants will learn to critically analyse how educational systems have been formed and transformed over time, assessing their profound effects on individuals and societies. This micro-credential is designed to empower educators, policymakers, and scholars with the tools to navigate and influence the complex world of higher education, promoting more equitable and
effective practices across the globe.
Upon successful completion of this micro-credential, you'll receive:
- Three PD Points - stackable for unspecified academic credit in award courses
- A Certificate of Achievement
- A UWA Plus Professional Development Transcript, listing all successfully completed micro-credentials
- Delivery mode
- Online
- Course dates
- 23 July 2026-27 August 2026
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Effort
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Total volume of learning is 75 hours. This micro-credential will require a weekly commitment of 2-4 hours per week.
Registrations close
Registrations will close on 16 July 2026
- Academic lead
- Dr Ren-Hao Xu and Professor Tanya Fitzgerald
- Cost
- $544.50 inc. GST
- Critical information summary
- EDUCM565 Higher Education: Past and Present [PDF 245KB]
What you'll learn
Participants will be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of health promotion and evaluation concepts.
Apply knowledge of evaluation methodologies.
Design and implement an evaluation plan.
Why study this course?
This micro-credential will provide students with the foundations to understand health promotion evaluation, and apply these skills and knowledge to prepare a health promotion evaluation.
Who should study this course?
This micro-credential is available to individuals who are interested in developing the skills and knowledge needed to design, implement, and evaluate health promotion interventions. The course may be particularly suitable for: postgraduate students, policy makers, health professionals, and researchers.
What's next after this course?
This micro-credential (2PD Points) is stackable with other UWA Plus micro-credentials. Earning 6 PD Points gains credit for one unit when commencing an award course at UWA.
Enrol in a Graduate Certificate in Population Health Studies or Master of Public Health.