Graduate Certificate in University Learning and Teaching
UNSW Sydney
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00098G
The focus of this program is on the development of teaching capability in higher education. It is designed to assist new and experienced University teachers to develop a scholarly approach to teaching using a balance of theory with practice by viewing learning and teaching from a range of perspectives including own experiences, the experiences of students and colleagues, and educational literature. Reflection on these perspectives provides a foundation for professional teaching development and further exploration of higher education. It is designed to meet needs of busy academics in diverse HE settings and promote collegial collaboration, be interactive and engaging. They are crafted to model a variety of good teaching practices, and involve academics drawn from a range of disciplines. Assessment tasks are designed to encourage participants to reflect on their teaching practice and their students' learning and consider how this might be improved, informed by selected material from the research literature.
Designed for
Higher Education academics
Structure
24 units of credit (4 courses). Courses will be offered on campus in an intensive workshop format and with a mix of classroom/online and structured independent learning. Courses in the program include one or more intensive face-to-face workshops that build on relevant readings and periods of structured independent learning.
Subjects
- University learning and teaching
Standard entry requirements
- 3 year undergraduate degree
- And current employment teaching in higher education throughout duration of program
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington | No |
