Program Overview

Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy

The Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy from Charles Sturt University prepares students for a rewarding career as a literacy and numeracy teacher. This course equips students to deliver language, literacy, and numeracy programs in TAFE institutes, adult and community education providers, industry settings, and private providers.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online
• Duration: Minimum time - 1 year, Maximum time - 4 years
• Entry Score: TBA
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Fee paying overseas - $26,960.00 pa (full-time), $13,480.00 pa (part-time)
• Course Points and Codes: Credit Points - 64, AQF - Level 8
• Additional Information: Work-integrated learning

Why Study with Us?

This course is designed for adult or vocational educators, or experienced professionals, who want to enhance the literacy and numeracy skills of adults in the workplace or learning environments. The program develops the skills to teach, assess, and evaluate training programs, and provides an appreciation of the value of lifelong learning and an understanding of the socio-economic and political context surrounding adult and vocational education.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy equips students to work as professional teachers of language, literacy, and numeracy programs. Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to enhance students' learning and professional outcomes by more effectively developing the language, literacy, and numeracy skills required in their profession.

What You Will Study

The course includes the following subjects:

• EEB437: Teaching Numeracy in Adult and Vocational Education
• EEB438: Teaching Literacy in Adult and Vocational Education
• EEL518: Learning Theory in Adult and Vocational Education
• EMV501: The Adult and Vocational Education System in Australia
• EEL445: The Individual in Society
• EEB506: Professional Practice in Education and Training (or EPT509: High Level Facilitation for Adult and Vocational Education)
• EEB424: Contexts of Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy in Adult and Vocational Education
• EEB429: Issues of Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice in Adult and Vocational Education

Costs

• Course Fees:
  • International online: Fee paying overseas - $26,960.00 pa (full-time), $13,480.00 pa (part-time)
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university
  • Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)
  • Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: TBA
• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants must hold an appropriate degree (i.e., undergraduate Bachelor degree or AQF equivalent) from a recognised university, and have a minimum of one year relevant industry experience (or equivalent) related to their undergraduate degree.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Charles Sturt University also has several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first.

Scholarships

Charles Sturt University offers scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually, to support students in their studies. These scholarships cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living, and individuals in unique circumstances.