Program Overview
The Literacy Education at Edith Cowan University is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Education over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Literacy Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: AUD 11,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Joondalup, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Literacy Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Teaching, Assessing and Improving Writing
- Teaching Reading: Theory, Comprehension and Skills
- How Children Learn Literacy: Processes, Development, Difficulties
- Strategies for Learning Difficulties
- Changing Practice in Classroom Management
- Success with Challenging Youth
- Independent Study
- Professional Learning 1
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years appropriate professional experience
All applicants are required to have a Bachelor of Education, with equivalents considered. Alternatively students can have a three-year degree and a Graduate Diploma of Education, with equivalents considered.
Special entry may be considered for three-year trained teachers with extensive professional experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 11,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 11,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Edith Cowan University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University
Joondalup, Australia
Edith Cowan University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
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