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Education (Applied Learning)

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Year

2011

Award

Master of Education (Applied Learning)

Length

1 year

Campuses

Bendigo

Course description

In this course, students develop expertise and leadership using applied learning principles; they also learn to design, implement and evaluate curricula across diverse educational contexts and sectors. The course includes an optional three-week study tour to the UK, Europe and Canada (please note international students usually choose to undertake a research project in Australian schools in place of the tour). Subjects are delivered in block mode at weekends or during holiday periods.

Course structure

Students may choose either coursework or a combination of coursework and a minor thesis. Core subjects include Applied Learning in an International Context, Applied Learning Programs and Applications, and Theories of Applied Learning. Students may combine studies in applied learning with study options in areas such as special education, leadership and management, student welfare and guidance and information and communication technology.

Subject details

Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information

Fee type

Fees (Fee-Help available)

Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)

19 520
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.

Scholarships

A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduates

Additional costs (AUD)

Approximately A$6 500 (travel and accommodation) for the optional overseas study subject.

Selection

IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or

TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or

TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or

TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or

Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or

Approved equivalent.

Academic entry requirements

A four-year Bachelor of Education, or approved international equivalent.

Semester starts

Semester 2 (July)

Additional information

The course includes an optional overseas study tour to the UK, Europe and Canada. International students may choose to undertake a research project on applied learning in Australian schools as an alternative to the overseas study tour.

Career opportunities

Graduate positions can include: leading teacher in primary or secondary schools; lecturer/teacher in technical or community colleges; vocational education and training provider; adult and community education; lecturer in higher education; and specialist practitioner consultant.

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