Graduate Certificate in Cognitive Psychology and Educational Practice

Flinders University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00114A

This course is only available part-time.This course encapsulates a critical and contemporary understanding of cognitive psychology in educational practice. It is professionally-oriented and is intended for people currently employed in the field of education, those who would like to be so employed, and those who have an interest in expanding their knowledge and practice with a focus on understanding and renewing teaching and learning.The course articulates with one of the 72 unit courses listed below, and the sequentially developed topics enable progression through the awards:Master of Cognitive Psychology and Educational PracticeMaster of EducationMaster of Wellbeing and Positive Mental Health in EducationThe course is also available as an exit award from the following courses, subject to meeting the requirements in the Program of Study below:Master of Cognitive Psychology and Educational PracticeMaster of Cognitive Psychology and Educational Practice [1.5 years]Master of EducationMaster of Education [1.5 years]Master of Wellbeing and Positive Mental Health in EducationMaster of Wellbeing and Positive Mental Health in Education [1.5 years]

Structure

Students complete four core (compulsory) topics which aim to enable students to critically read, analyse and synthesise current theory and research in the field of Cognitive Psychology and Educational Practice to appraise learners’ motivation, cognition and metacognition in contexts relevant to them.

Subjects

  • Motivation, Psychology

Standard entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold a degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution. However, the Dean (Education) may, under certain circumstances and subject to specific conditions, admit others who can show evidence of fitness for candidature.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Bedford Park Domestic: $10,764
Yes
  • Part-time : 1 year
Online Domestic: $10,764
Yes
  • Online/Off-campus : 1 year

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