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Graduate Certificate in Literacy
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Graduate Certificate in Literacy |
Abbreviation: |
GCertLiteracy |
Home Faculty: |
Education |
Duration: |
1 session full-time or part-time equivalent |
Total Credit Points: |
24 |
Delivery Mode: |
On Campus, Distance |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn, Spring |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
1106, D1106 |
CRICOS Code: |
028403F |
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Literacy is designed to provide a specialist qualification in the area of Literacy Education for teachers interested in qualifying in this area. This is offered using online delivery methods only.
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).
Credit Transfer
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 credit will be granted towards the MEd. Credit is only granted for study that is over and above the entry requirements for the MEd.
Course Program
Subjects |
Credit Points | |
EDGR911 |
Teaching Reading |
8 |
EDGR912 |
Teaching Writing |
8 |
Plus one of the following: | ||
EDGA971 |
Assessment and Evaluation of Language and Literacy |
8 |
EDGA987 |
Children's Literature |
8 |