Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences
FACULTY OF ARTS, Education and social sciences (INCORPORATING INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES) -- POSTGRADUATE AWARD REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL
Awards
1.1 The graduate degrees shall be:
| Master of Arts | MA |
| Master of Cultural Heritage Studies (evaluation by research and coursework) | MCultHerStud |
| Master of Education | MEd |
| Master of Education with Honours | MEd(Hons) |
| Master of Guidance and Counselling | MGuidCouns |
| Master of Indigenous Studies | MIndgStud |
| Master of Maritime Archaeology | MMarArchaeol |
| Master of Psychology | MPsych |
| Master of Social Policy | MSocPol |
| Master of Social Policy with Honours | MSocPol(Hons) |
| Master of Social Science | MSocSc |
| Master of Social Work | MSW |
| Master of Social Work with Honours | MSW(Hons) |
| Master of Teaching | MTeach |
| Master of Women's Studies | MWomen'sStudies |
| Master of Women's Studies with Honours | MWomen'sStudies(Hons) |
1.2 There shall be awards of:
| Graduate Certificate of Education | GCertEd |
| Graduate Certificate of Journalism | GCertJ |
| Graduate Certificate of Maritime Archaeology | GCertMarArchaeol |
| Graduate Certificate of Public Policy | GCertPubPol |
| Graduate Certificate of Social Science | GCertSocSc |
| Graduate Certificate of Work Psychology in Rural Health Settings | GCertWP(RuralHealth) |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Arts | PGCertA |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Clinical Psychology | PGCertClinPsych |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Community Development | PGCertCD |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Cultural Heritage Studies | PGCertCultHerStud |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Education | PGCertEd |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Family Therapy and Counselling | PGCertFamThyCouns |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Forensic Psychology | PGCertForensPsych |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Geropsychology | PGCertGeroPsych |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Health Psychology | PGCertHlthPsych |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Indigenous Studies | PGCertIndgStud |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Social Science | PGCertSocSc |
| Postgraduate Certificate of Women's Studies | PGCertWomen'sStudies |
| Graduate Diploma of Arts | GDipA |
| Graduate Diploma of Journalism | GDipJournl |
| Graduate Diploma of Maritime Archaeology | GDipMarArchaeol |
| Graduate Diploma of Public Policy | GDipPubPol |
| Graduate Diploma of Social Science | GDipSocSc |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Arts | PGDipA |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology | PGDipClinPsych |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Forensic Psychology | PGDipForensPsych |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Geropsychology | PGDipGeroPsych |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Health Psychology | PGDipHlthPsych |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Indigenous Studies | PGDipIndgStud |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology | PGDipPsych |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Social Science | PGDipSocSc |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Social Welfare | PGDipSW |
| Postgraduate Diploma of Women's Studies | PGDipWomen'sStudies |
MASTER OF ARTS
The requirements for this degree should be read in conjunction with the University requirements for the award of the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.
Requirements for candidature
2. A person shall be eligible to enrol for the degree of Master of Arts if that person:
2.1 has completed the course for the degree of Bachelor of Arts with Honours and has been awarded that degree with Class I or Class II honours either by this University or by another university recognised by the faculty for this purpose; or
3. Confirmation of candidature in the MA by research shall be in accordance with the University requirements for the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.
Length of course
4. Candidates for the degree of Master of Arts by research and thesis, shall normally complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than two years if a full-time student and in not less than two years nor more than four years if a part-time student.
Requirements
5. A candidate enrolled for the degree shall be required to complete a thesis embodying the results of investigations carried out under supervision. The thesis shall be a unified work showing sound knowledge of the subject matter, independence of thought and capacity to carry out research and it shall be expressed in clear and concise language. The faculty may also prescribe on advice of the School or Schools concerned, or in the case of interdisciplinary studies of the appropriate committee of studies, that the candidate submit to oral or written examinations appropriate to the subject.
6. Candidates shall, in their final year, present a seminar outlining the rationale and major findings of their thesis. The outcome of this seminar will determine whether the research is of a standard appropriate for submission.
7. No thesis shall be accepted if the substance has been previously accepted for a degree in another institution.
8. On completion of work the candidate shall lodge with the Board of Postgraduate Studies for examination three copies of the thesis prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates from time to time.
MASTER OF CULTURAL HERITAGE STUDIES
Master of Cultural Heritage Studies: Evaluation by Research with Coursework
Entitlement
1. A person may apply to enrol for the degree of Master of Cultural Heritage Studies by research with coursework, if that person:
Length of course
2. The requirements for the degree shall be completed by a full-time candidate in not less than eighteen months and normally not more than three years, and by a part-time candidate in not less than four years and normally in not more than six years.
Requirements for completion of degree
3. The course of study shall normally consist of the two subjects listed in Schedule A, Part I and the thesis listed in Schedule A, Part II. The Schedule is shown under Postgraduate Courses.
4. The thesis shall embody the results of investigations carried out under supervision. The thesis shall be a unified work showing sound knowledge of the subject matter, independence of thought and a capacity to carry out research. It shall be expressed in clear and concise English and conform to the standards of thesis production required by the School.
5. The name of the candidate's supervisor (and associate supervisor where applicable) and the subject of the thesis shall be submitted for approval to the faculty by the Head of School, within two months of commencement of the thesis.
7. On completion of work the candidate shall lodge with the Faculty Office three copies of the thesis prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates.
8. At the appropriate time for each candidate, the faculty shall appoint two examiners. One examiner shall be internal and one external to the School, but if no member of the School is suitably qualified for appointment as internal examiner the Head of School may nominate a second external examiner. The candidate's supervisor may be appointed as examiner only in exceptional circumstances.
MASTER OF EDUCATION
2. An applicant for enrolment for the degree of Master of Education who does not meet the requirements of 1.1 and 1.2:
Candidature in exceptional circumstances
3. In exceptional cases applicants may be permitted to enrol if they submit other evidence of academic and professional attainments and their candidature is approved by the faculty.
4. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Requirements, the faculty may require an applicant to demonstrate fitness for enrolment by carrying out such work and sitting for such examinations as the faculty may determine, on the advice of the Academic Adviser (Postgraduate Studies) in consultation with the appropriate Head of School.
Supervision
5. In every case the Executive Dean, through the Academic Adviser (Postgraduate Studies) on the advice of the appropriate Head of School, shall be satisfied that adequate supervision and facilities are available before permitting an applicant to enrol in a dissertation.
Enrolment status
6. A candidate shall be designated by the faculty as a full-time candidate or a part-time candidate.
7. A candidate may be granted advanced status. The conditions for granting of such advanced status will be determined by the faculty but in no case will the credit granted for professional experience exceed twelve units. A candidate who enrols in the Master of Education for the first time in 2000 or subsequently, and who accrues two years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience acceptable to the faculty1 before completing the requirements of the degree, may be granted credit up to 12 units depending on previous approval of credit for professional experience. Up to 12 units of credit may be granted for previous studies completed at Masters level, only where:
The maximum permitted credit from all sources is 24 units. Candidates enrolled before 2000 should consult the faculty regarding requirements for completion of their award.
Period of candidature
8. The minimum period of candidature shall be normally eighteen months or twelve months with advanced standing for a full-time candidate and three years for a part-time candidate.
9. The maximum period of candidature shall be three years for a full-time candidate and six years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of the period or approve a suspension of candidature of no more than twelve months.
Course of studies
10. A candidate shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the faculty comprising 36 units for four-year BEd candidates and 48 units for three-year degree or diploma candidates in accordance with one of the patterns of study designated in the Programs listed below. A candidate may apply for credit in recognition of professional experience and/or previous studies at Masters level (see Requirement 7 above). Candidates may include an eight-unit dissertation as part of this course of studies, or they may complete the course of studies by subjects only.
Before a dissertation can be submitted for examination the candidate must have received approval from the Academic Adviser (Postgraduate Studies), as advised by the Head of School, of a written proposal which outlines the topic and proposed plan of work.
Advice on writing the proposal and the thesis, dissertation or project is provided.
Method of assessment
11. The examination of subjects shall be by such assignments, exercises and written papers as may be prescribed.
12. If a dissertation is included as part of a candidate's course of studies, three copies of the dissertation shall be submitted in the form prescribed by the guidelines provided by the School of Education.
13. The examination of a dissertation shall be undertaken by two examiners approved by the Head of School.
Award of the degree
14. Upon completion at the level prescribed by the faculty of Requirements 11 and 12 and upon complying with all other relevant Statutes and Requirements, candidates may be awarded the degree of Master of Education.
Candidates who complete an identified program (as listed below) will have that program indicated on their academic record.
15. The Master of Education degree offers the flexibility to be read as either a specialist or a general degree in either coursework and dissertation, or fully coursework mode. While specialist programs require the completion of designated subjects, candidates for the general degree may construct a course that suits their own purposes from the subjects available.
Candidates may complete the degree by subjects only, or by subjects and an eight unit dissertation. Candidates who enrol in the dissertation are expected to select subjects for study that would support their proposed dissertation. Assistance in identifying a supervisor for each candidate is provided by the Academic Adviser (Postgraduate Studies). Advice on preparing and submitting a dissertation is provided.
To complete requirements for a program, students must successfully complete the required subjects designated for that program, as well as satisfying the unit requirements under Requirement 10 above. An eight unit dissertation may be included in all programs.
| Program A | General |
| Program B | Adult and Vocational Education and Training |
| Program C | Early Childhood Education |
| Program D | Effective Learning and Teaching |
| Program F | Indigenous Studies |
| Program G | Language and Literacy |
| Program H | Leadership and Administration |
| Program I | Learning Support/Special Education |
| Program J | Learning Technology. |
| Program K | Rural Studies |
| Program L | Tertiary Teaching |
| See details of programs shown under Postgraduate Courses. | |
MASTER OF EDUCATION WITH HONOURS
Requirements for candidature
1. An applicant for enrolment for the degree of Master of Education with Honours:
2. An applicant for the degree of Master of Education with Honours who does not meet Requirements 1.1 to 1.3:
Candidature in exceptional circumstances
3. In exceptional cases applicants may be permitted to enrol if they submit other evidence of academic and professional attainments and their candidature is approved by the faculty.
4. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Requirements, the faculty may require an applicant to demonstrate fitness for enrolment by carrying out such work and sitting for such examinations as the faculty may determine, on the advice of the Academic Adviser (Postgraduate Studies) in consultation with the Head of School.
Supervision
5. In every case the Executive Dean, through the Postgraduate Liaison Officer on the advice of the Head of School, shall be satisfied that adequate supervision and facilities are available before permitting an applicant to enrol in a thesis.
Enrolment status
6. A candidate shall be designated by the faculty as a full-time candidate or a part-time candidate.
7. A candidate may be granted advanced status. The conditions for granting of such advanced status will be determined by the faculty but in no case will the credit granted exceed 12 units.
Period of candidature
8. The minimum period of candidature shall be eighteen months for a full-time candidate and three years for a part-time candidate.
9. The maximum period of candidature shall be three years for a full-time candidate and six years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of the period or approve a suspension of candidature of no more than twelve months.
Course of studies
10. A candidate shall successfully complete a Masters thesis approved by the faculty and such other studies as the faculty may require.
Before a thesis can be submitted for examination the candidate must have received approval from the Postgraduate Liaison Officer, as advised by the Head of School, of a written proposal which outlines the topic and proposed plan of work.
(Advice on writing and submitting the proposal and the thesis is provided.)
11. Annually during a candidate's progress through the thesis each candidate shall, through the staff member acting as supervisor, be required to submit a written report to faculty of not more than two hundred and fifty words on progress in the course of study and research. If in the opinion of the Head of School a candidate's progress is unsatisfactory, the Head of School will, through the Postgraduate Liaison Officer advise the Executive Dean who shall review the student's candidature and take such action as the Executive Dean deems necessary. Unsatisfactory progress may result in termination of candidacy.
13. The examination of the thesis shall be undertaken by two examiners approved by the faculty on the recommendation of the appropriate Head of School. At least one examiner shall be external to the University. The examiners shall report their assessments in writing to the Head of School, for transmission to the faculty.
14. The Executive Dean, on considering the examiners' reports and the advice of the Head of School, shall recommend to the faculty either the award of an appropriate grade, or a grade to be awarded upon completion to the satisfaction of the Head of School of any revisions, minor amendments or corrections.
A thesis will be graded as Class I, Class II or fail. The grade for an MEd(Hons) degree will be that awarded to the thesis.
Award of the degree
15. Upon completion at the level prescribed by the faculty of Requirement 13 and upon complying with all other relevant Statutes and Requirements, candidates may be awarded one of the degrees of Master of Education with Honours.
Master of Education with Honours Programs
Programs include a General program and a range of specialist programs and comprise 36 units, consisting of a Masters thesis and such other studies as the faculty may require. Theses in specialist programs must be on a topic relevant to the program.
| Program A | General |
| Program B | Adult and Vocational Education and Training |
| Program C | Early Childhood Education |
| Program D | Effective Learning and Teaching |
| Program F | Indigenous Studies |
| Program G | Language and Literacy |
| Program H | Leadership and Administration |
| Program I | Learning Support |
| Program J | Learning Technology |
| Program K | Rural Studies |
Master of GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING
Requirements for candidature
1. An applicant for enrolment for the degree of Master of Guidance and Counselling:
Candidature in exceptional circumstances
2. In exceptional cases applicants may be permitted to enrol if they submit other evidence of academic and professional attainments and their candidature is approved by the faculty.
3. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Requirements, the faculty may require an applicant to demonstrate fitness for enrolment by carrying out such work and sitting for such examinations as the faculty may determine, on the advice of the Academic Adviser (Postgraduate Studies) in consultation with the appropriate Head of School.
Enrolment status
4. A candidate shall be designated by the faculty as a full-time candidate or a part-time candidate.
5. A candidate may be granted advanced status. The conditions for granting of such advanced status will be determined by the faculty but in no case will the credit granted for professional experience exceed 12 units. A candidate who accrues two years of full-time (or equivalent) professional experience acceptable to the faculty before completing the requirements of the degree, may be granted credit up to 12 units depending on previous approval of credit for professional exerience. Such credit shall not, however, apply to core subjects specified in the designated program within the Master of Guidance and Counselling course. Up to 12 units of credit may be granted for previous studies completed at Masters level, only where:
Period of candidature
6. The minimum period of candidature shall normally be 18 months for a full-time candidate and three years for a part-time candidate. The minimum period may be reduced for candidates who have been granted advanced status.
7. The maximum period of candidature shall be three years for a full-time candidate and six years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of the period or approve a suspension of candidature of no more than 12 months.
Course of studies
8. A candidate shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the faculty comprising 36 units in accordance with the pattern of study listed in the Schedule shown under Postgraduate Courses. A candidate may apply for credit in recognition of professional experience and/or previous studies at Masters level (see Requirement 5 above).
Method of assessment
9. The examination of subjects shall be by such assignments, exercises and written papers as may be prescribed.
Master of Indigenous studies
Award Requirements
1. The Master of Indigenous Studies may be undertaken in the School of Indigenous Australian Studies.
2. To qualify for the award a candidate shall pursue studies according to the prescribed course of studies shown under Postgraduate Courses.
4. A candidate shall pursue studies to obtain a minimum of 36 units. The normal period of candidature shall be eighteen months of full-time study or three years of part-time study. The 24 units of study completed to fulfil the requirements of the Postgraduate Diploma may be credited towards the Master of Indigenous Studies.
5. Candidates with a Bachelor degree and at least two years experience in relevant Indigenous activities may, at the discretion of the Executive Dean in consultation with the appropriate Head of School, be granted credit up to a maximum of 12 units of study.
6. A candidate will be required to surrender the award of Postgraduate Diploma of Indigenous Studies before the award of Master of Indigenous Studies is conferred.
Requirements for completion of course
7. A candidate for the Masters degree may undertake one of the following options:
Coursework option
7.3 A portfolio of, normally, no fewer than two nor more than four pieces of original work, specifically completed for the Master of Indigenous Studies. These works can take the form of essays or articles of publishable quality, a video, or some form of visual or performing art. The portfolio is to include a further dissertation of approximately 10,000 words providing an overarching framework to the portfolio.
Supervision of candidates
8.1 Before permitting a person to enrol for the degree, the faculty shall be satisfied that adequate facilities are available for the studies proposed.
8.2 A candidate when enrolled, shall be registered in the School of Indigenous Australian Studies and assigned to a supervisor who shall be a member of the academic staff. One or more associate supervisors may be appointed on account of their special knowledge of the candidate's approved program of study, or in order to ensure effective supervision of the candidate during any periods spent external to the University.
8.3 Part-time candidates must attend the University as required by their supervisors and approved by the faculty.
8.4 Periodically, the supervisors may be requested by the Head of School to report on the candidate's work. If, in the opinion of the Head of School, the candidate's progress is unsatisfactory the Head may advise the faculty, which may terminate the candidature or take such action as it deems necessary.
Evaluation by Research Option
9.1 The candidate shall undertake a course of study and/or research leading to the submission of a thesis. The thesis may not be submitted by a candidate earlier than one calendar year and usually after two years (for a full-time candidate) or four (for a part-time candidate), except in special circumstances, the faculty may grant an extension of the relevant period.
9.2 A minor portion of the thesis may cover work undertaken before enrolment provided that this work has not been used in gaining another academic qualification.
9.4 Candidates should present a progress seminar to members of the relevant School within six months of enrolment. The Head of School will report to the Executive Dean. All candidates are to present progress report at the completion of each 12 months of candidature unless the thesis is ready for submission within eight weeks of this period.
9.5 Candidates may with the discretion of the Executive Dean on the advice of the appropriate School, be granted an extension or suspension of candidature. The period of extension normally will be up to six months for a full-time and 12 months for a part-time candidate. Suspension of candidature normally will not exceed 12 months.
Examination
10. On completion of the thesis, an original and two copies of the thesis, together with any separate published material, shall be submitted to the Registrar of the University.
10.1 The faculty, on the advice of the Head of the School in which the candidate is registered, shall appoint two examiners of whom at least one shall be external to the University.
10.2 The faculty, on the recommendation of the examiners, may require the candidate to undertake a written or an oral examination or both.
10.3 The faculty, on considering the reports of the examiners, may recommend the award of the degree, refuse the degree, appoint another examiner or require the candidate to resubmit the thesis either re-written or including further research material. A candidate who fails to satisfy the examiners after resubmission of the thesis, shall not again be eligible for candidature for a Masters degree in the same discipline.
10.4 If the degree is awarded, the original of the thesis and any published supporting material shall be kept in the University Library and at least one copy of the thesis and supporting material shall be returned to the candidate.
10.7 Award of the degree will be conferred when the following condition has been met: an acid-free copy of the thesis plus supporting documentation has been presented; that it has been deposited in the Library or a written guarantee has been provided by the School concerned that the said School holds all the material necessary for preparation of said copy.
Evaluation by Coursework Option
11. The candidate shall undertake a prescribed course of study which will include subjects selected from Schedule A shown under Postgraduate Courses, or up to eight units from other Schools as approved by the Head of School. The submission of the original and two copies of a dissertation on an approved research topic may be required as part of the coursework.
Evaluation by portfolio option
12. The candidate will undertake a prescribed course of study to be approved by the Head of School. The submission of the portfolio is the assessment requirement. The evaluation of the portfolio will be undertaken by academic staff with the relevant disciplinary expertise.
MASTER OF MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY
Award requirements
1 The Master of Maritime Archaeology may be undertaken in the School of Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology.
2 To qualify for the award a candidate shall pursue studies according to the prescribed course shown under Postgraduate Courses.
MASTER OF PSYCHOLOGY
Entitlement to enrol
1. A person may enrol for the degree of Master of Psychology if that person
1.1 has a first or second class honours degree from a course accredited by the Australian Psychological Society or equivalent qualification from an overseas institution; or
1.2 has a four year degree or a postgraduate diploma from a course accredited by the Australian Psychological Society, achieved at a level which is thought by the Head of School to be at least equivalent to a second class honours degree; or
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol for the degree shall be lodged with the University and will be considered by a Selection Committee comprising the Head of the School of Psychology, the Director of Professional Programs and at least one other member of the Psychology staff.
Length of course
3. A full-time student normally will complete the course in no fewer than two and no more than three years and for a part-time student the time limitation will be no fewer than three and no more than five years. The Executive Dean of the Faculty must approve any deviation from this requirement.
Requirements for completion of degree
4. To qualify for the degree of Master of Psychology, a candidate shall satisfactorily complete 48 credit units consisting of:
4.1 A grade of Pass or better must be obtained in all parts of the course and candidates may be excluded from continuing if they are awarded less than a Pass grade on two occasions during their course of study.
4.2 The dissertation shall be examined by at least two examiners, one of whom should be external to the University.
4.3 The assessment of performance during a practicum will be based on reports completed by the main supervisor for the placement.
4.4 Enrolment in certain subjects is restricted to students who have completed PY3107 (Introductory Psychometrics, Assessment and Ethics) or its equivalent.
MASTER OF SOCIAL POLICY
Entitlement to enrol
1. A person may apply to enrol for the degree of Master of Social Policy if that person:
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol for the degree shall be lodged at any time prior to the commencement of either semester. All applications shall be considered by the faculty.
Length of course
3. Unless granted credit in accordance with Requirement 5, the normal period of candidature shall be three semesters of full-time or three years of part-time study.
Requirements for completion of degree
4. A candidate enrolled for the degree of Master of Social Policy shall complete at least one subject from Part A and any five subjects to the value of 30 units from Parts A, B and C with no more than two subjects from Part C in the Schedule shown under Postgraduate Courses.
5. A candidate may be granted advanced status. The conditions for granting advanced status will be determined by the faculty but credit granted may not exceed 12 units. A candidate enrolled for the degree of Master of Social Policy may be credited with WS5004:06 (Social Welfare Research Methods) of Part B of the Schedule on the basis of equivalent honours level studies undertaken for the prerequisitie degree. Candidates, with at least two years fulltime professional experience, or the equivalent, in a social welfare agency at the time of enrolment, may be granted credit of 12 units of study from Parts B and/or C of the Schedule shown under Postgraduate Courses.
MASTER OF SOCIAL POLICY WITH HONOURS
Entitlement to enrol
1. A person may apply to enrol for the degree of Master of Social Policy with Honours if that person has:
1.1 completed an appropriate three or four year degree with Honours and has been awarded that degree with Class I or Class II Honours, either by this University or by another university or institution of higher education recognised by the faculty; or
1.2 completed an appropriate three or four year degree awarded, either by this University or by another university or institution of higher education recognised by the faculty, provided that the degree has an overall average grade of at least Credit and includes the grade of Distinction in at least two of the subjects in the third and fourth years of the degree; and has completed the Graduate Certificate of Research Methods with a grade of at least Credit in each subject; or
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol for the degree shall be lodged at any time prior to the commencement of either semester. All applications shall be considered by the faculty.
Length of degree course
3 The normal period of candidature shall be not less than one year nor more than two years of full-time or not less than two years nor more than four years of part-time study.
Requirements for completion of degree
4. A candidate enrolled for the degree of Master of Social Policy with Honours shall be required:
4.1 to undertake a Confirmation Seminar within six months of starting the thesis for full-time students and within twelve months for part-time students;
4.2 to complete a supervised research study of relevance to social work and/or social welfare. The thesis may take the form of either a substantial thesis or a portfolio of, normally, no fewer than two nor more than four pieces of work, specifically written for this degree. The portfolio is to include a further paper providing an overarching framework to the portfolio;
Examination of the thesis
5.1 The examination of the thesis, whether thesis or by portfolio, shall be undertaken by two examiners approved by the Executive Dean on the recommendation of the Head of School. At least one examiner shall be external to the University. The examiners shall report their assessments in writing to the Registrar, who shall forward such reports to the Head of School, for transmission to the Executive Dean.
5.2 The Executive Dean, on considering the examiners' reports and the advice of the Head of School shall recommend to the faculty either the award of an appropriate grade, or a grade to be awarded upon completion to the satisfaction of the Head of School of any revisions, minor amendments or corrections.
MASTER OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
1. The degree of Master of Social Science by Research may be undertaken in one or, with faculty permission, in two of the disciplines or fields of study listed in Schedule A below. The degree shall be awarded in recognition of research. Alternatively, Master of Social Science by Coursework with or without research shall be awarded for satisfactory completion of formal coursework with or without research in the areas listed in Schedule B below.
Master of Social Science: Assessment by Research and Thesis
The requirements for this degree should be read in conjunction with the University rrequirements for the award of the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.
Requirements for candidature
2. A person shall be eligible to enrol for the degree of Master of Social Science if that person:
2.1 has completed the course for the degree of Bachelor of Social Science with Honours and has been awarded that degree with Class I or Class II honours either by this University or by another university recognised by the faculty for this purpose; or
3. Confirmation of candidature in the Master of Social Science by Research shall be in accordance with the University requirements for the Postgraduate Award Masters by Research.
Length of course
4. Candidates for the degree of Master of Social Science by research and thesis, shall normally complete the requirements for the degree in not less than one year nor more than two years if full-time students and in not less than two years nor more than four years if part-time students.
Requirements
5. A candidate enrolled for the degree shall be required to complete a thesis embodying the results of investigations carried out under supervision. The thesis shall be a unified work showing sound knowledge of the subject matter, independence of thought and capacity to carry out research and it shall be expressed in clear and concise language. The faculty may also prescribe on advice of the School or Schools concerned, or in the case of interdisciplinary studies of the appropriate committee of studies, that the candidate submit to oral or written examinations appropriate to the subject.
6. Candidates shall, in their final year, present a seminar outlining the rationale and major findings of their thesis. The outcome of this seminar will determine whether the research is of a standard appropriate for submission.
7. No thesis shall be accepted if the substance has been previously accepted for a degree in another institution.
Master of Social Science: Evaluation by Coursework With or Without Research
Entitlement to enrol
10. A person may apply to enrol for the degree of Master of Social Science, subject to the particular requirements set out by the Schools in which the course is offered, if that person:
Length of course
11. A candidate shall normally complete the requirements for the degree in not fewer than 18 months and not more than three years in the case of a full-time candidate and in not fewer than three years and not more than six years in the case of a part-time candidate.
Requirements
12. To qualify for the degree a candidate shall satisfactorily complete 36 units of designated subjects or up to 24 units of designated subjects plus a dissertation worth at least 12 units.
13. The dissertation shall embody the results of investigations carried out under supervision. The dissertation shall be a unified work showing sound knowledge of the subject matter, independence of thought and capacity to carry out research and it shall be expressed in clear and concise language.
14. No dissertation shall be accepted if the substance has been previously accepted for another degree.
15. On completion of work the candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three copies of the dissertation prepared in accordance with directions given to candidates.
16. A candidate who satisfactorily completes 24 units of designated subjects may be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma of Social Science on the recommendation of the Head(s) of School(s) concerned.
17. Credit may be granted for appropriate work in the discipline prior to enrolment in the degree, but in no circumstances may credit be granted for subjects equivalent to more than 12 units.
Supervisors
18. The faculty shall appoint a supervisor who shall be an appropriately qualified member of the University staff.
19. The name of the candidate's supervisor (and associate supervisor where applicable) and the title of the dissertation shall be submitted for approval to the faculty by the Head(s) of School(s) concerned two months prior to enrolment in the thesis subject.
Assessment
20. The method of assessment for the degree shall be determined by the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head(s) of School(s) concerned. The dissertation shall be assessed by two examiners, one of whom is external to the University.
21. To qualify for the degree a candidate shall have completed the degree course, including any written or oral examinations prescribed, to the satisfaction of the faculty.
Exit status
22. A graduate awarded the Master of Social Science by Coursework without research is not eligible to apply for PhD candidature on the basis of this degree alone.
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
Entitlement to enrol
1. A person may apply to enrol for the degree of Master of Social Work if that person has:
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol for the degree shall be lodged at any time prior to the commencement of either semester. All applications shall be considered by the faculty.
Length of course
3. Unless granted credit in accordance with Requirement 5 the normal period of candidature shall be eighteen months of full-time or three years of part-time study.
Requirements for completion of degree
4. A candidate enrolled for the degree of Master of Social Work shall complete the subject from Part A and any five subjects to the value of 30 units from Parts B and C with no more than two subjects from Part C in the Schedule shown under Postgraduate Courses.
5. A candidate may be granted advanced status. The conditions for granting advanced status will be determined by the faculty but credit granted may not exceed 12 units. A candidate enrolled for the degree of Master of Social Work may be credited with WS5004:06 (Social Welfare Research Methods) of Part B of the schedule on the basis of equivalent honours level studies undertaken for the prerequisite degree. Candidates, with at least two years full-time professional experience, or the equivalent, in social work at the time of enrolment, may be granted credit of 12 units of study from Parts B and/or C of the Schedule.
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK WITH HONOURS
Entitlement to enrol
1. A person may apply to enrol for the degree of Master of Social Work with Honours if that person:
1.1 has completed the course for the degree of Bachelor of Social Work with Honours and has been awarded that degree with Class I or Class II Honours, either by this University or by another university or institution of higher education recognised by the faculty; or
1.2 has completed the course for the degree of Bachelor of Social Work awarded by this University or by another university or institution of higher education recognised by the faculty, provided that the degree has an overall average grade of at least Credit and includes the grade of Distinction in at least two of the subjects in the third and fourth years of the degree; and has completed the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods with a grade of at least Credit in each subject; or
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol for the degree shall be lodged at any time prior to the commencement of either semester. All applications shall be considered by the faculty.
Length of degree course
3 The normal period of candidature shall be not less than one year nor more than two years of full-time or not less than two years nor more than four years of part-time study.
Requirements for completion of degree
4. A candidate enrolled for the degree of Master of Social Work with Honours shall be required:
4.1 to undertake a Confirmation Seminar within six months of starting the thesis for full-time students and within twelve months for part-time students;
4.2 to complete a supervised research study of relevance to social work and/or social welfare. The thesis may take the form of either a substantial thesis or a portfolio of, normally, no fewer than two nor more than four pieces of work, specifically written for this degree. The portfolio is to include a further paper providing an overarching framework to the portfolio;
Examination of the thesis
5.1 The examination of the thesis, whether by thesis or by portfolio, shall be undertaken by two examiners approved by the Executive Dean on the recommendation of the Head of School. At least one examiner shall be external to the University. The examiners shall report their assessments in writing to the Registrar, who shall forward such reports to the Head of School, for transmission to the Executive Dean.
5.2 The Executive Dean, on considering the examiners' reports and the advice of the Head of School, shall recommend to the faculty either the award of an appropriate grade, or a grade to be awarded upon completion to the satisfaction of the Head of School of any revisions, minor amendments or corrections.
MASTER OF TEACHING
This course provides a qualification for domestic and international students that leads to registration as a teacher in Queensland.
General requirements
1.1 Applicants for enrolment for the graduate degree of Master of Teaching shall have completed the requirements for a degree at this or another University or another tertiary institution and shall normally have included in their course of study for that degree or in other studies:
1.2 A candidate for the degree of Master of Teaching shall follow a course of study as specified in either Program A (for intending primary school teachers focussing on Years 1-7), or Program B (for intending secondary school teachers focussing on Years 8-12) to obtain a minimum of 48 units. The normal time for completion of the degree is two years equivalent full-time study, whilst the maximum period of candidature is six years.
Professional experience in the degree
2.1 All candidates enrolled for the degree of Master of Teaching without previous approved teacher education shall be required to undertake professional experience as prescribed by the faculty.
2.2 Candidates may choose to undertake professional experience in a school away from their normal place of residence, at their own expense.
2.3 Candidates may be required to undertake such tests and interviews as are considered necessary to assess their suitability to undertake professional experience.
2.4 Candidates should advise the Director of Professional Experience of any potential conflict of interest with regard to their practicums.
2.5 Candidates must pass the professional experience components of the course. Students who receive an unsatisfactory grade will be
Unsatisfactory performance in a repeat practicum will result in exclusion from the course.
2.6 Students who do not complete the required number of days of a professional experience subject, without the approval of the Director of Professional Experience, will be deemed to have failed the subject.
Concurrent studies
3 Candidates wishing to do concurrent studies in teaching disciplines to satisfy requirements for candidature under Requirement 1.1.1 or 1.1.2, must be interviewed by the Executive Dean and receive prior written approval to enrol concurrently at this, or another university acceptabe to the faculty. Credit will not normally apply to concurrent studies.
Subject Schedule 1 (Including codes for related university subjects)
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (IA) |
| Biological Sciences (BT, BZ, MB, ZL) |
| Business Education (BU, CO, MG) |
| Chemistry (CH) |
| Computer Studies (CP) |
| Drama (TH) |
| Earth Sciences (EA) |
| Economics (EC) |
| English (CN, CU, EL, JN) |
| French (FR) |
| Geography (GE) |
| Health and Physical Education (HM, SP) |
| Japanese (JA) |
| Legal Studies (LA) |
| Marine Studies (BT, BZ, MB, ZL) |
| Mathematics (MA) |
| Modern History (HI, PL) |
| Multistrand Science (BT, BZ, CH, EA, EV, PH, ZL) |
| Physics (PH) |
| Politics (PL) |
| Study of Society (AN, PL, PY, SY, WS) |
MASTER OF WOMEN'S STUDIES
Entitlement to enrol
Length of course
2.1 The minimum period of candidature shall be three semesters for a full-time candidate or three years for a part-time candidate.
2.2 The normal maximum period of candidature shall be three years for a full-time candidate or six years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of candidature.
Credit for other studies
3.1 Credit may be given by the faculty, on the recommendation of the Director of the Centre for Women's Studies, for subjects already credited toward another tertiary qualification, either of the University or a similar institution. Such credit shall not exceed 24 units.
3.2 Where credit is granted in respect of the Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma of Women's Studies, such award should be surrendered prior to the award of the Master of Women's Studies.
Method of assessment
4. The examination of subjects shall be by such assignments as are prescribed in the subjects selected from Schedule A shown under Postgraduate Courses.
MASTER OF WOMEN'S STUDIES WITH HONOURS
Entitlement to enrol
1 A person may apply to enrol for the degree of Master of Women's Studies with Honours if that person:
1.1 has completed an appropriate three or four year degree with Honours and has been awarded that degree with Class I or Class II Honours, either by this University or by another university or institution of higher education recognised by the faculty; or
1.2 has completed an appropriate three or four year degree awarded, either by this University or by another university or institution of higher education recognised by the faculty, provided that the degree has an overall average grade of at least Credit and includes the grade of Distinction in at least two of the subjects in the third and fourth years of the degree; and has completed the Advanced Certificate in Research Methods with a grade of at least Credit in each subject; or
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol for the degree may be lodged at any time prior to the commencement of either semester. All applications shall be considered by the faculty.
Length of degree course
3 The normal period of candidature shall be not less than one year nor more than two years of full-time or not less than two years nor more than four years of part-time study.
Requirements for completion of degree
4. A candidate enrolled for the degree of Master of Women's Studies with Honours shall be required:
4.1 to undertake a Confirmation Seminar within six months of starting the thesis for full-time students and within twelve months for part-time students;
4.2 to complete a supervised research study of relevance to women's studies. The thesis may take the form of either a substantial thesis or a portfolio of, normally, no fewer than two nor more than four pieces of work, specifically written for this degree. The portfolio is to include a further paper providing an overarching framework to the portfolio;
Examination of the thesis
5.1 The examination of the thesis, whether by thesis or by portfolio, shall be undertaken by two examiners approved by the Executive Dean on the recommendation of the Head of School. At least one examiner shall be external to the University. The examiners shall report their assessments in writing to the Registrar, who shall forward such reports to the Head of School, for transmission to the Executive Dean.
5.2 The Executive Dean, on considering the examiners' reports and the advice of the Head of School, shall recommend to the faculty either the award of an appropriate grade, or a grade to be awarded upon completion to the satisfaction of the Head of School of any revisions, minor amendments or corrections.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ARTS
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Postgraduate Diploma of Arts if, in the field or discipline2 in which the diploma is sought, that person
Period of candidature
2. The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall select one of the fields or disciplines listed in Schedule A below and follow the course of study prescribed, comprising 24 units of designated subjects at postgraduate level.
Assessment
4. Assessment procedures may include any or all of the following: assignments and papers, a research project and report and examinations.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Requirements for candidature
1. A candidate for the Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology:
1.1 shall have a first or second class honours degree accredited by the Australian Psychological Society or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution; or
Enrolment in subjects
2.1 A candidate may enrol in any postgraduate diploma subject if the prerequisite requirements have been met, or if the Head of School, in consultation with the Director of Professional Programs, is satisfied that the candidate is qualified to undertake that subject.
2.2 Enrolment in certain subjects is restricted to students who have completed PY3107 (Introductory Psychometrics, Assessment and Ethics) or its equivalent.
Credit for previous study
3. A candidate who has completed subjects deemed by the Head of School to be equivalent to those shown in the Schedule for the specialisation, may be given credit for such subjects up to a maximum value of 12 units.
Period of candidature
4. The courses are delivered in Limited Attendance mode with teaching blocks distributed throughout the year. Students normally will be able to complete the entire course within one calendar year, but not necessarily within a single semester, depending on the scheduling of teaching blocks. Subject to this proviso:
Course of studies
5. Unless written approval is obtained from the Head of School, a candidate shall follow the course of study as shown under Postgraduate Courses thereby completing 24 units of credit.
Method of assessment
6. The assessment of subjects shall be by such assignments and examinations as prescribed in the individual subjects comprising the approved course of study.
Award of diploma
7. Upon completion of the conditions listed under Requirement 5, candidates may be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology.
Credit towards a higher qualification
8. Candidates wishing to use the credit units obtained within the Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology as credit towards the Master of Psychology degree or the Doctor of Psychology degree, shall surrender the Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology before the higher qualification is awarded.
POSTGRADUATE Diploma of Indigenous studies
Award Requirements
1. The Postgraduate Diploma of Indigenous Studies may be undertaken in the School of Indigenous Australian Studies.
2. To qualify for the award a candidate shall pursue studies according to the prescribed course of studies shown under Postgraduate Courses.
4. A candidate shall pursue studies to obtain a minimum of 24 units. The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. The 12 units of study completed to fulfill the requirements of the Postgraduate Certificate may be credited towards the Postgraduate Diploma of Indigenous Studies.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PSYCHOLOGY
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology course if that person:
Period of candidature
2. The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Postgraduate Diploma of Social Science if, in the field or discipline in which the diploma is sought, that person:
Period of candidature
2. The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall select one of the fields or disciplines listed in Schedule A below and follow the course of study prescribed, comprising 24 units of designated subjects at postgraduate level.
Assessment
4. Assessment procedures may include any or all of the following: assignments and papers, a research project and report and examinations.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF SOCIAL WELFARE
Entitlement to enrol
1. A person may enrol for the Postgraduate Diploma of Social Welfare if that person:
1.1 has completed the course for the degree of Bachelor of Social Work or the degree of Bachelor of Social Work with Honours awarded by this University or by another university or institution of higher education recognised by the faculty for this purpose; or
Period of Candidature
2. The normal period of candidature shall be two years of part-time study or one year of full-time study.
Requirements for completion of degree
3.1 The course of study will consist of at least one subject from Part A and any three other subjects from Part B of the Schedule shown under Postgraduate Courses.
3.2 A candidate may be exempted from one subject from Part A or Part B on the basis of any honours-level studies undertaken for the requisite degree.
Supervisors
4. The faculty shall appoint a supervisor who shall be an appropriately qualified member of the University staff.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF WOMEN'S STUDIES
Period of candidature
2.1 The minimum period of candidature shall be one year for a full-time candidate or two years for a part-time candidate.
2.2 The normal maximum period of candidature shall be two years for a full-time candidate or four years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of candidature.
Credit for other studies
3. Credit may be given by the faculty, on the recommendation of the Director of the Centre for Women's Studies, for subjects already credited toward another tertiary qualification, either of the University or a similar institution. Such credit shall not exceed 12 units.
Course of studies
4. A candidate shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the Executive Dean comprising 24 credit units selected from both subjects listed in Part A of the Schedule shown under Postgraduate Courses and two subjects listed in Part B of the Schedule.
Method of assessment
5. The examination of subjects shall be by such assignments as prescribed by the subjects selected from the Schedule.
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF ARTS
The Graduate Diploma of Arts is designed for graduates who wish to pursue further studies within the faculty, either in a single discipline, or in multiple disciplines, or in a selected interdisciplinary area of study (e.g. Aboriginal and Islander Studies, Australian Studies, Southeast Asian Studies). Appropriate subjects taught outside the faculty may be incorporated into a Graduate Diploma of Arts.
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Arts course if that person:
1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for a Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head(s) of School(s) concerned, is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or
Enrolment in subjects
2. A candidate may enrol in any subject for the Graduate Diploma of Arts if he or she has met the prerequisite requirements, or if the relevant Head of School, in consultation with the course convener, is satisfied that the candidate is qualified to undertake that subject.
Credit for previous study
3. A candidate who has completed a subject or subjects additional to the requirements of a degree of this University may be given credit for such subject(s) as are suitable for inclusion within the chosen Graduate Diploma program; subjects additional to degrees from other institutions of higher education may, when suitable, be credited up to the value of 12 units.
Period of candidature
4. The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.
5. A candidate shall select one of the disciplines or fields of study set out in Schedule A below, or an approved combination of those or other disciplines and follow the course of study prescribed. The prescribed course may consist of course work alone, or of course work together with a minor thesis of 6 units value.3
Certification of program of study
6. A convener shall be appointed by the faculty for each course, who will certify that the proposed program of study forms a coherent whole and is at an appropriate level.
Assessment
7. To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant School for that subject; with the proviso that, when undergraduate subjects form part of a course, additional or alternative work at graduate level may be agreed between the student(s), the lecturer-in-charge and the course convener.
GRADUATE Diploma OF Journalism
Requirements for candidature
1. The Diploma comprises 24 units, including a core of at least 12 units from the subjects listed in Schedule A, and the remainder from the subjects listed in Schedule B. (Schedules shown under Postgraduate Courses.) The Diploma will normally be completed in two years of part-time study. This pattern may be varied with the permission of the Head of School. Applicants with appropriate industry experience may be granted credit for one level 1 three-unit Journalism subject.
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY
Award requirements
1. The Graduate Diploma of Maritime Archaeology may be undertaken in the School of Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology.
2. To qualify for the award a candidate shall pursue studies according to the prescribed course of studies shown under Postgraduate Courses.
Graduate diploma of public policy
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Public Policy course if that person:
1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate bachelor degree, either from this University or another institution of higher education, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head(s) of School(s) concerned, is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or
Period of candidature
2. The normal period of candidature shall be one year full-time study or two years of part-time study.
Credit for previous study
3. Credit may be given by the faculty, on the recommendation of the course convenor, for subjects already credited toward another tertiary qualification, either of the University or a similar institution. Such credit shall not exceed 12 units.
Course of studies
4.1 A candidate shall complete 24 units of study, chosen in consultation with the course convenor and approved by the Executive Dean. The course may consist of coursework alone, or of coursework together with a minor thesis of a minimum value of six units.
4.2 A candidate may enrol in any subject for the Graduate Diploma of Public Policy if he or she has met the prerequisite requirements, or if the relevant Head of School, in consultation with the course convenor, is satisfied that the candidate is qualified to undertake that subject.
Method of assessment
5. To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school offering the subject; with the proviso that when undergraduate subjects form part of the course, appropriate work at the graduate level may be agreed between the student(s), the lecturer-in-charge and the course convenor.
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
The Graduate Diploma of Social Science is designed for graduates who wish to pursue further studies within the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences, either in a single discipline, or in multiple disciplines, or in a selected interdisciplinary area of study. Appropriate subjects taught outside the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences may be incorporated into a Graduate Diploma of Social Science.
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Graduate Diploma of Social Science course if that person:
1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for a Bachelor degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head(s) of School(s) concerned, is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed;
Enrolment in subjects
2.1 A candidate may enrol in any subject for the Graduate Diploma of Social Science if he or she has met the prerequisite requirements, or if the relevant Head of School, in consultation with the course convenor, is satisfied that the candidate is qualified to undertake that subject.
2.2 A candidate shall complete 24 units of study as specified by the course convenor for the discipline.
Credit for previous study
3. A candidate who has completed a subject or subjects additional to the requirements of a degree of this University may be given credit for such subject(s) as are suitable for inclusion within the chosen Graduate Diploma program; subjects additional to degrees from other institutions of higher education may, when suitable, be credited up to the value of 12 units.
Period of candidature
4.1 The normal period of candidature shall be one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.
4.2 A candidate shall select one of the disciplines or fields of study set out in Schedule A below, or an approved combination of those or other disciplines and follow the course of study prescribed. The prescribed course may consist of coursework alone, or of coursework together with a minor thesis of a minimum value of six units. The minor thesis will be allocated a unique code appropriate to the discipline.
Certification of program of study
5. The faculty shall appoint a convenor for each course, who will certify that the proposed program of study forms a coherent whole and is at an appropriate level.
Assessment
6.1 To complete any subject a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant School for that subject; with the proviso that, when undergraduate subjects form part of a course, additional or alternative work at graduate level may be agreed between the student(s), the lecturer-in-charge and the course convener.
6.2 A candidate who has qualified for the Graduate Diploma of Social Science in one discipline may enrol in another discipline in a later year.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF ARTS
Period of candidature
2.1 The minimum period of candidature shall normally be one semester for a full-time candidate or one year for a part-time candidate.
2.2 The maximum period of candidature shall normally be one year for a full-time candidate or two years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of candidature.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall select one of the fields or disciplines listed in Schedule A below and shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the faculty comprising 12 credit units at postgraduate level.
Method of assessment
4. The assessment of subjects shall be by such assignments and examinations as prescribed in the approved course of study.
Award of certificate
5. Upon fulfilment of the conditions listed under Requirement 3, candidates may be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate of Arts.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Requirements for candidature
1. A candidate for the Postgraduate Certificate of Clinical Psychology:
1.1 shall have a first or second class honours degree accredited by the Australian Psychological Society or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution; or
Enrolment in subjects
2.1 A candidate may enrol in any postgraduate certificate subject if she or he has met the prerequisite requirements, or if the Head of School, in consultation with the Director of Professional Programs, is satisfied that the candidate is qualified to undertake that subject.
2.2 Enrolment in certain subjects is restricted to students who have completed PY3107 (Introductory Psychometrics, Assessment and Ethics) or its equivalent.
Credit for previous study
3. A candidate who has completed subjects deemed by the Head of School to be equivalent to those shown in the Schedule for the specialisation, may be given credit for such subjects up to a maximum value of six units.
Period of candidature
4. The courses are delivered in Limited Attendance mode with teaching blocks distributed throughout the year. Students normally will be able to complete the entire course within one calendar year, but not necessarily within a single semester, depending on the scheduling of teaching blocks. Subject to this proviso:
Course of studies
5. Unless written approval is obtained from the Head of School, a candidate shall follow the course of study as shown under Postgraduate Courses to complete 12 units of credit.
Method of assessment
6. The assessment of subjects shall be by such assignments and examinations as prescribed in the individual subjects comprising the approved course of study.
Award of certificate
7. Upon completion of the conditions listed under Requirement 5, candidates may be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate of Clinical Psychology.
Credit towards a higher qualification
8. Candidates wishing to use the credit units obtained within the Postgraduate Certificate as credit towards a Postgraduate Diploma, the Master of Psychology degree or the Doctor of Psychology degree, shall surrender the Postgraduate Certificate before the higher qualification is awarded.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may apply to enrol for the Postgraduate Certificate of Community Development if that person:
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol in the Certificate may be lodged at any time prior to the commencement of either semester. All applications shall be considered by the faculty.
Period of candidature
3. The normal period of candidature shall be one semester of full-time or two semesters of part-time study although this may be varied according to circumstances.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF CULTURAL HERITAGE STUDIES
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Postgraduate Certificate of Cultural Heritage Studies if that person:
Period of candidature
2.1 The minimum period of candidature shall normally be one semester for a full-time candidate or one year for a part-time candidate.
2.2 The maximum period of candidature shall normally be one year for a full-time candidate or two years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of candidature.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall follow the course of study prescribed, comprising the 12 units of designated subjects at postgraduate level shown in Schedule A under Postgraduate Courses.
Method of assessment
4. The assessment of subjects shall be by such assignments, reports, presentations and examinations as prescribed in the course of study.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION
2. An applicant who does not meet the conditions of Requirement 1:
Candidature in exceptional circumstances
3. In exceptional cases, applicants may be permitted to enrol if they submit other evidence of academic and professional attainments and their candidature is approved by the faculty.
4. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Requirements, the faculty may require an applicant to demonstrate fitness for enrolment by carrying out such work and completing satisfactorily such examinations as the faculty may determine, on the advice of the Academic Adviser (Postgraduate Studies) in consultation with the appropriate Head of School.
Enrolment status
5. A candidate shall be designated by the faculty as a full-time candidate or a part-time candidate.
6. A candidate may be granted advanced status. The conditions for granting such advanced status will be determined by the faculty but in no case will the credit granted exceed four units.
Period of candidature
7. The minimum period of candidature shall be one semester for a full-time candidate and one year for a part-time candidate.
8. The maximum period of candidature shall be one year for a full-time candidate and two years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of the period or approve a suspension of candidature of no more than one semester.
Course of studies
9. A candidate shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the faculty comprising twelve units by selecting from the subjects available.
Method of assessment
10. The examination of subjects shall be by such assignments, exercises and written papers as may be prescribed.
Award of the certificate
11. Upon completion at the level prescribed by the faculty of the appropriate requirements and upon complying with all other relevant Statutes and Requirements, candidates may be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate of Education.
12. Candidates wishing to use the units obtained within the Postgraduate Certificate of Education as credit towards the Master of Education shall surrender the Postgraduate Certificate before the higher qualification is awarded.
13. The Postgraduate Certificate of Education offers the flexibility to be read as either a specialist or a general certificate in coursework mode. While specialist programs require the completion of designated subjects, candidates for the general program may construct a course that suits their own purposes from the subjects available.
The Postgraduate Certificate of Education consists of a twelve unit program of study (three subjects).
| Program A | General |
| Program B | Adult and Vocational Education and Training |
| Program C | Early Childhood Education |
| Program D | Effective Learning and Teaching |
| Program F | Indigenous Studies |
| Program G | Language and Literacy |
| Program H | Leadership and Administration |
| Program I | Learning Support/Special Education |
| Program J | Learning Technology |
| Program K | Rural Studies. |
| Program L | Tertiary Teaching |
| See details of programs shown under Postgraduate Courses. | |
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF FAMILY THERAPY AND COUNSELLING
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may apply to enrol for the Postgraduate Certificate of Family Therapy and Counselling if that person:
Time for enrolment
2. An application to enrol in the Certificate may be lodged prior to the commencement of either semester. All applications shall be considered by the faculty.
Period of candidature
3. The normal period of candidature shall be one semester of full-time or two semesters of part-time study although this may be varied according to circumstances.
POSTGRADUATE Certificate of Indigenous studies
Award Requirements
1. The Postgraduate Certificate of Indigenous Studies may be undertaken in the School of Indigenous Australian Studies.
2. To qualify for the award a candidate shall pursue studies according to the prescribed course of studies shown under Postgraduate Courses.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
Period of candidature
2.1 The minimum period of candidature shall normally be one semester for a full-time candidate or one year for a part-time candidate.
2.2 The maximum period of candidature shall normally be one year for a full-time candidate or two years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of candidature.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall select one of the fields or disciplines listed in Schedule A below and shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the faculty comprising 12 credit units at postgraduate level.
Method of assessment
4. The assessment of subjects shall be by such assignments and examinations as prescribed in the approved course of study.
Award of certificate
5. Upon completion of the conditions listed under Requirement 3, candidates may be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate of Social Science.
7. Candidates wishing to use the credit units obtained within the Postgraduate Certificate of Social Science as credit towards the Postgraduate Diploma of Social Science or the Master of Social Science shall surrender the Postgraduate Certificate of Social Science before the higher qualification is awarded.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF WOMEN'S STUDIES
Period of candidature
2.1 The minimum period of candidature shall be one semester for a full-time candidate or one year for a part-time candidate.
2.2 The normal maximum period of candidature shall be one year for a full-time candidate or two years for a part-time candidate, provided that in special circumstances the faculty may grant an extension of candidature.
Credit for other studies
3. Credit may be given by the faculty, on the recommendation of the Director of the Centre for Women's Studies, for subjects already credited toward another tertiary qualification, either of the University or a similar institution. Such credit shall not exceed 6 units.
Course of studies
4. A candidate shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the Executive Dean comprising 12 credit units selected from subjects listed under Postgraduate Courses, one of which must be from Part A.
Method of assessment
5. The examination of subjects shall be by such assignments as prescribed by the subjects selected from Schedule A shown under Postgraduate Courses.
Award of certificate
6.1 Upon completion of the conditions listed under Requirement 4, candidates shall be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate of Women's Studies.
6.2 Candidates wishing to use the credit points obtained within the Postgraduate Certificate of Women's Studies as credit toward the Postgraduate Diploma of Women's Studies, or the Master of Women's Studies, shall surrender the Postgraduate Certificate of Women's Studies before the higher qualification is awarded.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION
1. A candidate for the Graduate Certificate shall follow a course of study as specified in the Schedule shown under Postgraduate Courses to obtain a minimum of 12 units. The normal time for completion of the Certificate is one semester full-time.
Requirements for candidature
2.1 A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Education if that person has completed the requirements for a degree, either from this University or from another institution of higher education and has included in that degree studies appropriate for the teaching for which they want to prepare. For some areas of teaching covered by the Programs attached to these requirements, equivalent qualifications appropriate to the area of teaching will be accepted.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF Journalism
Requirements for candidature
1. The Certificate comprises a mimimum of 12 units, including a core of at least six units from the subjects listed in Schedule A, and the remainder from the subjects listed in Schedule B. (Schedules shown under Postgraduate Courses.) The Certificate will normally be completed in one year of part-time study. This pattern may be varied with the permission of the Head of School. Applicants with appropriate industry experience may be granted credit for one level 1 three-unit Journalism subject.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF maritime ARCHAEOLOGY
Award requirements
1. The Graduate Certificate of Marine Archaeology may be undertaken in the School of Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology.
2. To qualify for the award a candidate shall pursue studies according to the prescribed course of studies shown under Postgraduate Courses.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC POLICY
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Public Policy if that person:
1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate bachelor degree either from this University or from another institution of higher education, provided that the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences, on the recommendation of the relevant Head(s) of School is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or
Period of candidature
2. The normal period of candidature shall be one semester full-time study or one year of part-time study.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall successfully complete a course of study comprising 12 credit units at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level in consultation with the course convenor and approved by the Executive Dean.
Method of assessment
4. To complete any subject, a candidate shall fulfil the requirements of the relevant school offering the subject.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Social Science if that person:
1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate Bachelor degree either from this University or from another institution of higher learning, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of the Head of School is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or
Period of candidature
2. The normal period of candidature shall be one semester of full-time study or one year of part-time study.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall select one of the fields or disciplines listed in Schedule A below and shall successfully complete a course of study approved by the faculty comprising 12 credit units at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
Method of assessment
4. The Graduate Certificate of Social Science shall be awarded in the following classes:
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF WORK PSYCHOLOGY IN RURAL HEALTH SETTINGS
Requirements for candidature
1. A person may enrol for the Graduate Certificate of Work Psychology in Rural Health Settings if that person:
1.1 holds or has completed the requirements for an appropriate bachelor degree in any health or allied health discipline, either from this University or from another institution of higher learning, provided that the faculty, on the recommendation of Head of School, is satisfied that the previous studies are of adequate standard and relevant to the course proposed; or
Period of candidature
2. The minimum period of candidature shall be one year of part-time study. The maximum period of candidature shall normally be two years of part-time study.
Course of studies
3. A candidate shall successfully complete the course of study comprising 12 credit units in two compulsory subjects as shown under Postgraduate Courses.
1. An example of acceptable professional experience would be full-time (or equivalent) employment as a teacher while registered, or registrable, in Australia.
2. For the definition of what is seen as the field or specific diploma courses, see entry requirements for each course listed in Schedule A.
3. The minor thesis will be allocated a code of AF4XX4:06, with the second and third digits appropriate to the school.