POSTGRADUATE COURSES
Students are advised that all subjects are offered on condition that staff and resources are available.
| Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology | |
| Child Protection Practice | |
| Community Development | |
| Community Welfare | |
| Education | |
| Education for Sustainabiltiy | |
| English | |
| Family Therapy and Counselling | |
| French | |
| Guidance and Counselling | |
| History | |
| Indigenous Australian Studies | |
| Japanese | |
| Journalism | |
| Languages | |
| Mathematics | |
| Mental Health Practice | |
| Modern Languages | |
| Politics and International Relations | |
| Psychology | |
| Social Policy | |
| Social Sciences | |
| Social Welfare | |
| Social Work | |
| Social Work and Community Welfare | |
| Sociology | |
| Statistics | |
| Teaching | |
| Tertiary Teaching | |
| Tropical Environment Studies and Geography | |
| Women’s Studies | |
| Writing |
ANTHROPOLOGY, ARCHAEOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY
Postgraduate studies may be taken in the School for the following awards:
Graduate Certificate of Social Science
Graduate Diploma of Arts or Social Science
Master of Arts or Social Science by Research
Master of Science by Research (Archaeology)
Doctor of Philosophy.
CHILD PROTECTION PRACTICE
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF CHILD PROTECTION PRACTICE
The Postgraduate Certificate provides specialist education in the field of child protection.
| WS5110:03 | Key Theoretical Perspectives in Contemporary Practice |
| WS5111:03 | Organisational Context of Child Protection |
| WS5112:03 | Practising in Child Protection |
| WS5113:03 | Working with Children, Family and Caregivers |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
This course is designed for social welfare professionals who work in community agencies, government departments and communities.
| WS5002:03 | Rural/Remote Practice |
| WS5103:03 | Community Development |
| Plus | |
| Any other Masters level subjects to the value of 6 credit points | |
COMMUNITY WELFARE
Postgraduate studies in Community Welfare may be pursued leading to the awards of Graduate Diploma of Arts or Social Science, Postgraduate Diploma of Social Welfare or Master of Social Policy. Candidates should consult the head of the discipline of Social Work and Community Welfare.
EDUCATION
The School of Education offers a Master of Guidance and Counselling (see entry under Guidance and Counselling), Graduate Diploma of Education, Graduate Certificate of Education, Postgraduate Certificate of Education, Master of Education and Master of Teaching (not offered in 2009) (see entry under Teaching). The Postgraduate Certificate of Education consists of 12 credit points of level 5 Education subjects.
MASTER OF EDUCATION
Majors:
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General
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Public Education
Students complete 24 credit points as specified under the appropriate major.
GENERAL
Townsville, Cairns
Note: The General major for the Master of Education will not appear on the testamur.
Students select 21 credit points of level 5 Education subjects, plus one 3-credit point level 5 subject in any discipline.
PUBLIC EDUCATION
External
Note: The Public Education major for the Master of Education will appear on the testamur.
| CORE SUBJECTS | |
| Students select at least four of the following six subjects offered by JCU, QUT and UQ: | |
| Subjects delivered by JCU | |
| ED5921:03 | Raising Expectations: Professional Practices, Diverse Learners and Communities |
| ED5922:03 | Leading Communities of Learners |
| Subjects delivered by QUT | |
| CLN656 | Futures: Designing spaces for learning |
| CLN657 | Teachers Work 2 |
| Subjects delivered by UQ | |
| EDUC7060 | Building leadership capacity: Bridging theory and practice in the workplace |
| EDUC7070 | Public education |
| OPTIONAL SUBJECTS | |
| 12 credit points selected from any level 5 ED subject: | |
MASTER OF EDUCATION WITH HONOURS
| 36 credit points consisting of a 36-credit point thesis on a topic acceptable to the faculty. |
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION
Majors:
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for intending primary teachers focusing on years 1 to 7;
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for intending primary and lower secondary teachers focusing on years 1 to 9;
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for intending secondary teachers focusing on years 8 to 12.
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION FOR INTENDING PRIMARY TEACHERS FOCUSING ON YEARS 1 TO 7
Townsville
| ED5220:06 | Key Learning Areas 1 |
| ED5221:06 | Key Learning Areas 2 |
| ED5218:03 | Professional Practices 1 |
| ED5219:03 | Professional Practices 2 |
| ED5488:03 | Final Graduate Professional Experience |
| ED5875:03 | Foundations of Education |
| Note: Pre-service teachers who wish to work in Catholic Education are advised to also complete either EDRE101 Religious Education 1 or EDRE102 Religious Education 2 cross-institutionally through the Australian Catholic University, however recognition of advanced standing does not apply to these subjects. | |
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION FOR INTENDING PRIMARY AND LOWER SECONDARY TEACHERS FOCUSING ON YEARS 1 TO 9
Cairns
| ED5218:03 | Professional Practices 1 |
| ED5219:03 | Professional Practices 2 |
| ED5231:03 | Curriculum Essentials 1: English |
| ED5232:03 | Curriculum Essentials 2: Mathematics |
| ED5233:03 | Curriculum Essentials 3: Science, SOSE and Technology |
| ED5234:03 | Curriculum Essentials 4: Health and Physical Education, the Arts and Technology |
| ED5488:03 | Final Graduate Professional Experience |
| ED5875:03 | Foundations of Education |
| Note: Pre-service teachers who wish to work in Catholic Education are advised to also complete either EDRE101 Religious Education 1 or EDRE102 Religious Education 2 cross-institutionally through the Australian Catholic University, however recognition of advanced standing does not apply to these subjects. | |
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION FOR INTENDING SECONDARY TEACHERS FOCUSING ON YEARS 8 TO 12
Townsville
| ED5218:03 | Professional Practices 1 |
| ED5219:03 | Professional Practices 2 |
| ED5225:06 | Secondary Curriculum 1 |
| ED5226:03 | Secondary Curriculum 2 |
| ED5488:03 | Final Graduate Professional Experience |
| ED5875:03 | Foundations of Education |
| Education elective: a 3 credit point level 4 or level 5 education subject | |
| Note: Pre-service teachers who wish to work in Catholic Education are advised to also complete either EDRE101 Religious Education 1 or EDRE102 Religious Education 2 cross-institutionally through the Australian Catholic University. One subject may be awarded advanced standing as an education elective upon request. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (TERTIARY TEACHING)
This award in tertiary teaching is designed for JCU staff and educators from other institutions wishing to gain a qualification in tertiary teaching.
| CORE SUBJECTS | |
| ED5300:03 | Learning and Teaching in Tertiary Education |
| ED5301:03 | Maximising Learning for Students |
| ED5304:03 | Research and Reflection in Tertiary Learning and Teaching |
| ED5305:03 | Negotiated Project |
| or | |
| Any level 5 subject approved by the course coordinator | |
EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY
MASTER OF EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Townsville, Cairns
The Master of Education for Sustainability aims to produce graduates who will be able to: develop and transmit knowledge, understanding and concern for issues of sustainability; foster sustainable practices of individuals and whole communities; develop and transmit skills required for effective dialogue and action for sustainable development; explore values, attitudes and behaviours that underpin judgements and decisions about sustainability; and promote and participate in democratic processes relevant to local issues of sustainability
The course comprises 24 credit points. Student must complete four core subjects offered by the School of Education and four subjects offered by the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences as follows:
| ED5911:03 | Education for Sustainability |
| ED5912:03 | Co-Learning for a Sustainable Future |
| ED5913:03 | Environmental Interpretation |
| ED5914:03 | Individual Action Project |
| Plus | |
| EV5008:03 | Professional Vacation Placement |
| Plus | |
| Select three subjects (9 credit points) from the following: | |
| EV5208:03 | World Heritage and National Estate Processes |
| EV5209:03 | Principles and Practices of Protected Area Management |
| EV5210:03 | Management of Marine Protected Areas |
| EV5251:03 | Environmental Impacts of Human Activities in Protected Areas |
| EV5252:03 | Indigenous Environmental Management |
| EV5404:03 | Field Studies in Tropical Geography |
| EV5601:03 | Social Impact Assessment: Environmental Management |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Townsville, Cairns
The course comprises 12 credit points as follows:
| 6 credit points from: | |
| ED5911:03 | Education for Sustainability |
| ED5912:03 | Co-Learning for a Sustainable Future |
| ED5913:03 | Environmental Interpretation |
| ED5914:03 | Individual Action Project |
| Plus | |
| 6 credit points from: | |
| EV5008:03 | Professional Vacation Placement |
| EV5208:03 | World Heritage and National Estate Processes |
| EV5209:03 | Principles and Practices of Protected Area Management |
| EV5210:03 | Management of Marine Protected Areas |
| EV5251:03 | Environmental Impacts of Human Activities in Protected Areas |
| EV5252:03 | Indigenous Environmental Management |
| EV5404:03 | Field Studies in Tropical Geography |
| EV5601:03 | Social Impact Assessment: Environmental Management |
ENGLISH
Postgraduate studies in English may be pursued towards a Graduate Diploma of Arts, as well as the postgraduate research degrees of Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy.
Prospective students should consult the Head of the School of Arts and Social Sciences.
FAMILY THERAPY AND COUNSELLING
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF FAMILY THERAPY AND COUNSELLING
This award is designed to add to social welfare professional practice skills in working with families.
| WS5101:06 | Family Therapy |
| WS5102:03 | Counselling Children and Adolescents |
| Plus | |
| Any other Masters level subjects to the value of 3 credit points | |
FRENCH
(See Modern Languages)
GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING
MASTER OF GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING
| Students are required to complete the following eight subjects: | |
| ED5310:03 | Practicum in Guidance and Counselling |
| ED5311:03 | Reflective Practice in Guidance and Counselling |
| ED5853:03 | Careers and Leisure Guidance and Counselling |
| ED5857:03 | Assessment |
| ED5859:03 | Atypical Development |
| ED5862:03 | Foundations of Counselling Theory |
| ED5863:03 | Foundations of Counselling Practice |
| ED5864:03 | Advanced Counselling |
| Plus | |
| An additional 12 credit points from the list of Education postgraduate subjects. | |
| One level 5 non-ED subject may be included. | |
| The subjects listed above will be available to students enrolled in the Master of Education. | |
HISTORY
The School of Arts and Social Sciences has an active postgraduate sector in which higher degree students undertake Master of Arts or Social Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees by research only.
Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas are available in Australian Studies, Southeast Asian Studies or Race Relations.
Intending students should consult with the Head of the School of Arts and Social Sciences.
INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES
The School of Indigenous Australian Studies offers full-time or part-time study to qualify for the Postgraduate Certificate of Indigenous Studies, the Postgraduate Diploma of Indigenous Studies, the Master of Indigenous Studies and Doctor of Philosophy. Prospective students should consult with the Postgraduate Coordinator.
Postgraduate research programs have been established to meet the growing demand for skilled graduates, knowledgeable about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives and cultural considerations in relation to research and development. Such people are needed for employment in Indigenous organisations, government agencies and in many areas of education, training, business, industry and commerce.
The research programs have relevance to people from many fields: Social Sciences, Education, Law, Arts, Commerce, Medicine, Public Health and Science, including Engineering and Marine Biology. It is intended that the skills and knowledge attained from these Courses will aid in the economic and social transformation of Indigenous people by increasing the self-determination of those who are employed in Indigenous organisations.
MASTER OF INDIGENOUS STUDIES
The Master of Indigenous Studies coursework degree consists of 36 credit points. Students are required to complete the following seven subjects which include the 9 credit point dissertation (parts 1 and 2).
| IA5010:03 | Indigenous Research Ethics |
| IA5011:03 | Field Procedures in Indigenous Research |
| IA5012:03 | Interpreting Research |
| IA5110:03 | Individual Study/Project |
| IA5119:03 | Empowerment and Change |
| IA5113:06 | Dissertation Part 1 of 2 |
| IA5114:03 | Dissertation Part 2 of 2 |
| Plus | |
| An additional 12 credit points* from any level 5 postgraduate subjects. | |
| * Candidates with a bachelor degree and at least two years experience in relevant Indigenous issues may, at the discretion of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, be granted up to a maximum of 12 credit points of study. | |
MASTER OF INDIGENOUS STUDIES WITH HONOURS
The Master of Indigenous Studies with Honours provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to undertake community-based Indigenous research in their own discipline area. Students will engage in direct interaction with Indigenous peoples during that process, identifying a topic for an independent research project relevant to their area of expertise. The course is closely aligned with the objectives of the Indigenous Australians research program under JCU’s Area of Research Strength - People, Identity and Place. Cross cultural linking is a major aim of this course with research projects addressing the social, cultural and physical well-being of Indigenous Australians, their knowledge and epistemologies.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF INDIGENOUS STUDIES
The Postgraduate Diploma consists of 24 credit points of study. Students are required to complete the following five 3-credit point subjects.
| IA5010:03 | Indigenous Research Ethics |
| IA5011:03 | Field Procedures in Indigenous Research |
| IA5012:03 | Interpreting Research |
| IA5110:03 | Individual Study/Project |
| IA5119:03 | Empowerment and Change |
| Plus | |
| An additional 9 credit points from any level 5 postgraduate subjects. | |
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF INDIGENOUS STUDIES
The Postgraduate Certificate consists of 12 credit points of study. Students are required to complete four 3-credit point subjects from the following schedule.
| IA5010:03 | Indigenous Research Ethics |
| IA5011:03 | Field Procedures in Indigenous Research |
| IA5012:03 | Interpreting Research |
| IA5020:03 | Black Writers |
| IA5110:03 | Individual Study/Project |
| IA5119:03 | Empowerment and Change |
Candidates who wish to use the credit points obtained within the Postgraduate Certificate of Indigenous Studies as advanced standing towards the Postgraduate Diploma of Indigenous Studies or the Master of Indigenous Studies shall surrender the Postgraduate Certificate before the higher qualification is awarded.
JAPANESE
(See Modern Languages)
JOURNALISM
Postgraduate studies in Journalism may be pursued leading to the award of Graduate Diploma of Arts, Graduate Diploma of Journalism or Graduate Certificate of Journalism.
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF JOURNALISM
The Graduate Diploma of Journalism can be studied either in full or part-time mode.
| CORE SUBJECTS | |
| At least 12 credit points selected from the following: | |
| EL5501:06 | Creative Nonfiction |
| JN5500:06 | Writing for Newspapers* |
| JN5501:06 | Investigative Writing |
| Plus | |
| Up to 12 credit points selected from the following: | |
| CU5021:03 | Public Relations Campaigns |
| CU5022:03 | Advanced Public Relations |
| JN5021:03 | Writing for Print |
| JN5022:03 | Science Writing and Communication |
| JN5300:03 | Media Law |
| JN5301:03 | Broadcast Journalism |
| JN5303:03 | Ethics in Journalism |
| JN5304:03 | Feature Writing |
| * Students who have an undergraduate degree in journalism or a substantial portfolio of journalistic work may apply for advanced standing for this subject. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF JOURNALISM
| 12 credit points selected from: | |
| EL5501:06 | Creative Nonfiction |
| JN5500:06 | Writing for Newspapers* |
| JN5501:06 | Investigative Writing |
| * Students who have an undergraduate degree in journalism or a substantial portfolio of journalistic work may apply for advanced standing for this subject. | |
LANGUAGES
(See Modern Languages)
MATHEMATICS
It is possible to gain an award of Master of Arts in Mathematics. Candidates should consult with the Head of the School of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology.
MENTAL HEALTH PRACTICE
The Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Science offers a Postgraduate Certificate of Mental Health Practice. Students will be able to build on existing knowledge of mental health practice from their undergraduate degrees and work place experience to cover higher level concepts in mental health. The schools offering this course pay particular attention to the needs of Indigenous, culturally and linguistically diverse, lower socio-economic and rural and remote students seeking to advance their qualifications. The course incorporates subjects from social work, psychology and nursing.
Students will develop a study plan in conjunction with the Postgraduate Academic Adviser.
The structure of the Postgraduate Certificate of Mental Health Practice is as follows.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF MENTAL HEALTH PRACTICE
Townsville
Students complete 12 credit points of study as follows:
| CORE | |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| WS5104:03 | Mental Health |
| 6 credit points selected from: | |
| NS5360:03 | Issues in Forensic Mental Health 1 (not offered in 2009) |
| NS5361:03 | The Law, Social Policy and the Mentally Ill Offender |
| NS5362:03 | Issues in Forensic Mental Health 2 |
| NS5363:03 | Forensic Psychopathology and Psychotherapy 1 |
| PY5016:03 | Investigative Psychology |
| PY5017:03 | Psychosocial Elements of Ageing |
| WS5101:06 | Family Therapy |
| WS5102:03 | Counselling Children and Adolescents |
| WS5105:06 | Evidence Based Practice |
| WS5106:03 | Spirituality and Practice |
MODERN LANGUAGES
Postgraduate studies in languages are available as part of a number of different awards or degrees, including the Graduate Diploma of Arts, the Master of Arts and the degree of Doctor of Philosophy. Students specialising in a particular language may qualify for any of these awards. In some cases, degree programs can be specially tailored to cater for students’ special needs. Prospective students are advised to consult the Head of the School of Arts and Social Sciences.
The School is, in accordance with state and national policies, committed to developing, in its students, language skills which are of use in the real world. Also in response to government policy it is committed to developing cross-cultural and inter-cultural knowledge as a way of increasing understanding between human beings.
Language and communication skills are now widely recognised as being critically important in many aspects of professional and business life. Given Australia’s clear commitment to international is at ion, the demand for speakers of languages other than English is certain to grow.
POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
The School of Arts and Social Sciences has an active postgraduate sector in which higher degree students undertake Master of Arts or Social Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees by research only.
Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diplomas are available.
PSYCHOLOGY
Postgraduate studies may be undertaken in the School of Psychology for the following awards:
Doctor of Philosophy
Doctor of Psychology
Master of Psychology
Master of Psychology-Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Social Science by research (Psychology)
Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology
Postgraduate Diploma of Forensic Psychology
Postgraduate Diploma of Geropsychology
Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology
Graduate Diploma of Social Science
Postgraduate Certificate of Clinical Psychology
Postgraduate Certificate of Forensic Psychology
Graduate Certificate of Work Psychology in Rural Health Settings
DOCTOR OF PSYCHOLOGY
Majors:
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Clinical
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Clinical Geropsychology
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Forensic
-
Forensic and Clinical
CLINICAL
Townsville, Singapore
Level 1
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY5007:03 | Health and Rehabilitation |
| PY5013:03 | Working with Clients |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY5006:03 | Neuropsychology in Clinical Practice |
| PY5011:03 | Methods of Intervention 1 |
| PY5012:03 | Methods of Intervention 2 |
| PY6001:04 | Practicum 1 (Part-time students may take PY6001 in Teaching Period 1) |
Level 2
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY6002:04 | Practicum 2 |
| PY6010:03 | Evaluation and Research |
| PY6201:03 | Research Thesis A |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6003:04 | Practicum 3 |
| PY6015:03 | Child and Family Therapy |
| PY6212:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 1 of 2) |
| PY6216:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 2 of 2) |
Level 3
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5017:03 | Psychosocial Elements of Ageing |
| or | |
| PY6106:03 | Readings in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6213:06 | Doctoral Thesis C |
| PY6221:03 | Advanced Practicum A |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6214:06 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 1 of 2) |
| PY6215:03 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 2 of 2) |
| PY6222:03 | Advanced Practicum B |
CLINICAL GEROPSYCHOLOGY
Townsville
Level 1
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY5007:03 | Health and Rehabilitation |
| PY5013:03 | Working with Clients |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY5006:03 | Neuropsychology in Clinical Practice |
| PY5011:03 | Methods of Intervention 1 |
| PY5012:03 | Methods of Intervention 2 |
| PY6001:04 | Practicum 1 (Part-time students may take PY6001 in Teaching Period 1) |
Level 2
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY6002:04 | Practicum 2 |
| PY6010:03 | Evaluation and Research |
| PY6201:03 | Research Thesis A |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6003:04 | Practicum 3 |
| PY6015:03 | Child and Family Therapy |
| PY6212:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 1 of 2) |
| PY6216:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 2 of 2) |
Level 3
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5017:03 | Psychosocial Elements of Ageing |
| PY6107:03 | Doctoral Practicum * |
| PY6213:06 | Doctoral Thesis C |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6017:03 | Psychology and Disorders of Later Life |
| PY6214:06 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 1 of 2) * |
| PY6215:03 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 2 of 2) * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
FORENSIC
Townsville
Level 1
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY6120:03 | Introduction to Forensic Psychology |
| PY6121:03 | Working with Forensic Clients |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY5011:03 | Methods of Intervention 1 |
| PY5016:03 | Investigative Psychology |
| PY6001:04 | Practicum 1 (Part-time students may take PY6001 in Teaching Period 1) |
| PY6122:03 | Children and the Law |
Level 2
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY6002:04 | Practicum 2 |
| PY6010:03 | Evaluation and Research |
| PY6201:03 | Research Thesis A |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6003:04 | Practicum 3 |
| PY6014:03 | Assessment and Intervention in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6212:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 1 of 2) |
| PY6216:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 2 of 2) |
Level 3
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY6106:03 | Readings in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6213:06 | Doctoral Thesis C |
| PY6221:03 | Advanced Practicum A |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6214:06 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 1 of 2) |
| PY6215:03 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 2 of 2) |
| PY6222:03 | Advanced Practicum B |
FORENSIC AND CLINICAL
Townsville
Level 1
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY6120:03 | Introduction to Forensic Psychology |
| PY6121:03 | Working with Forensic Clients |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY5011:03 | Methods of Intervention 1 |
| PY5016:03 | Investigative Psychology |
| PY6001:04 | Practicum 1 |
| PY6122:03 | Children and the Law |
Level 2
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5007:03 | Health and Rehabilitation |
| PY6002:04 | Practicum 2 |
| PY6010:03 | Evaluation and Research |
| PY6201:03 | Research Thesis A |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6003:04 | Practicum 3 |
| PY6014:03 | Assessment and Intervention in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6212:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 1 of 2) * |
| PY6216:03 | Doctoral Thesis B (Part 2 of 2) * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
Level 3
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY6106:03 | Readings in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6107:03 | Doctoral Practicum |
| PY6213:06 | Doctoral Thesis C * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6214:06 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 1 of 2) * |
| PY6215:03 | Doctoral Thesis D (Part 2 of 2) * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
MASTER OF PSYCHOLOGY
Majors:
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Clinical
-
Forensic
This course will provide advanced academic and practical postgraduate training for professional practice at a level sufficient to meet the criteria for State registration as a practising psychologist. It will also meet the requirement of six years academic training for membership of the Australian Psychological Society. To qualify for the award students must satisfactorily complete 48 credit points in the Psychology subjects listed below, consisting of:
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27 credit points of designated coursework;
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12 credit points from three supervised practicums;
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9 credit points by research dissertation.
Two majors are available as detailed below:
CLINICAL
Townsville, Singapore
Level 1
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY5007:03 | Health and Rehabilitation |
| PY5013:03 | Working with Clients |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY5006:03 | Neuropsychology in Clinical Practice |
| PY5011:03 | Methods of Intervention 1 |
| PY5012:03 | Methods of Intervention 2 |
| PY6001:04 | Practicum 1 (Part-time students may take PY6001 in Teaching Period 1) |
Level 2
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY6002:04 | Practicum 2 |
| PY6010:03 | Evaluation and Research |
| PY6201:03 | Research Thesis A * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6003:04 | Practicum 3 |
| PY6015:03 | Child and Family Therapy |
| PY6202:03 | Masters Thesis B (Part 1 of 2) * |
| PY6203:03 | Masters Thesis B (Part 2 of 2) * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
FORENSIC
Townsville
Level 1
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY6120:03 | Introduction to Forensic Psychology |
| PY6121:03 | Working with Forensic Clients |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY5016:03 | Investigative Psychology |
| PY6001:04 | Practicum 1 (Part-time students may take PY6001 in Teaching Period 1) |
| PY6106:03 | Readings in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6122:03 | Children and the Law |
Level 2
TEACHING PERIOD 1
| PY6002:04 | Practicum 2 |
| PY6010:03 | Evaluation and Research |
| PY6201:03 | Research Thesis A * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
TEACHING PERIOD 2
| PY6003:04 | Practicum 3 |
| PY6014:03 | Assessment and Intervention in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6202:06 | Masters Thesis B (Part 1 of 2) * |
| PY6203:03 | Masters Thesis B (Part 2 of 2) * |
| * Students may take these subjects in Teaching Periods 1 or 2. | |
MASTER OF PSYCHOLOGY–DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
A joint Master of Psychology-Doctor of Philosophy degree is offered in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences. For more information please contact Associate Professor Edward Helmes, Director of Professional Programs, School of Psychology.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY5006:03 | Neuropsychology in Clinical Practice |
| PY5007:03 | Health and Rehabilitation |
| PY5011:03 | Methods of Intervention 1 |
| PY5012:03 | Methods of Intervention 2 |
| PY5013:03 | Working with Clients |
| PY6015:03 | Child and Family Therapy |
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY5016:03 | Investigative Psychology |
| PY6014:03 | Assessment and Intervention in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6106:03 | Readings in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6120:03 | Introduction to Forensic Psychology |
| PY6121:03 | Working with Forensic Clients |
| PY6122:03 | Children and the Law |
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF GEROPSYCHOLOGY
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY5006:03 | Neuropsychology in Clinical Practice |
| PY5007:03 | Health and Rehabilitation |
| PY5012:03 | Methods of Intervention 2 |
| PY5013:03 | Working with Clients |
| PY5017:03 | Psychosocial Elements of Ageing |
| PY6017:03 | Psychology and Disorders of Later Life |
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PSYCHOLOGY
| PY4106:06 | Group Project Part 1 of 2 |
| PY4107:06 | Group Project Part 2 of 2 |
| PY4108:06 | Advanced Topics in Psychology Part 1 of 2 |
| PY4109:06 | Advanced Topics in Psychology Part 2 of 2 |
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
| PY5001:03 | Psychological Assessment in Professional Practice |
| PY5003:03 | Adult Psychopathology |
| PY5007:03 | Health and Rehabilitation |
| PY5013:03 | Working with Clients |
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
| PY5016:03 | Investigative Psychology |
| PY6106:03 | Readings in Forensic Psychology |
| PY6120:03 | Introduction to Forensic Psychology |
| PY6121:03 | Working with Forensic Clients |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF WORK PSYCHOLOGY IN RURAL HEALTH SETTINGS
| PY5101:06 | Understanding Organisations in Rural Health Settings |
| PY5102:06 | Workplace Communication Skills |
SOCIAL POLICY
Postgraduate studies in Social Policy may be pursued leading to the awards of Master of Social Policy and Master of Social Policy with Honours. These programs, offered within the School of Arts and Social Sciences, are designed for students with an interest in undertaking advanced studies in social policy, social planning and community work.
MASTER OF SOCIAL POLICY
A candidate for the Master of Social Policy shall complete WS5005 and 27 credit points from Part A of the Subject Schedule shown below and a maximum of six credit points from Part B.
| Part A: | |
| WS5002:03 | Rural and Remote Welfare |
| WS5004:06 | Social Welfare Research Methods |
| WS5101:06 | Family Therapy |
| WS5102:03 | Counselling Children and Adolescents |
| WS5103:03 | Community Development |
| WS5104:03 | Mental Health |
| WS5105:06 | Evidence Based Practice |
| WS5106:03 | Spirituality and Practice |
| WS5107:03 | Nonprofit Organisations: Theory and Practice |
| WS5109:03 | Anti Racist Social Welfare Practice |
| WS5501:03 | Advanced Social Work Theory |
| Part B: | |
| WS5010:03 | Independent Study 1 |
| WS5011:03 | Independent Study 2 |
| or | |
| Postgraduate subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects to the value of not more than 6 credit points. | |
MASTER OF SOCIAL POLICY WITH HONOURS
Students may qualify for the course through a 12 credit point Graduate Certificate of Research Methods. A grade of Credit (or better) is required in subjects.
The Master of Social Policy with Honours course consists of a 24 credit point thesis or portfolio approved by the faculty.
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Postgraduate studies within the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences may lead to the awards of Master of Social Science, or Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Social Science. For specialist studies in the Social Sciences, see entries under Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology, History, Psychology and Social Work and Community Welfare.
SOCIAL WELFARE
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF SOCIAL WELFARE
This course, offered within the School of Arts and Social Sciences, prepares graduates for advanced practice in management counselling or community development in the social welfare sector. It can be taken as a one year full-time or two years part-time course, or longer as negotiated with the Head of School. Students are required to take at least 18 credit points from Part A of the Schedule and a maximum of 6 credit points from Part B.
| Part A | |
| WS5002:03 | Rural and Remote Welfare |
| WS5004:06 | Social Welfare Research Methods |
| WS5005:03 | Social Policy Analysis |
| WS5101:06 | Family Therapy |
| WS5102:03 | Counselling Children and Adolescents |
| WS5103:03 | Community Development |
| WS5104:03 | Mental Health |
| WS5105:06 | Evidence-based Practice |
| WS5106:03 | Spirituality and Practice |
| WS5107:03 | Nonprofit Organisations: Theory and Practice |
| WS5109:03 | Anti Racist Social Welfare Practice |
| WS5501:03 | Advanced Social Work Theory |
| Part B | |
| WS5010:03 | Independent Study 1 |
| WS5011:03 | Independent Study 2 |
| or | |
| Postgraduate subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects to the value of not more than 6 credit points. | |
SOCIAL WORK
Postgraduate studies in Social Work may be taken towards the awards of Graduate Certificate of Social Science, Graduate Diploma of Arts or Social Science, Master of Social Work or Master of Social Work with Honours.
The courses of Master of Social Work and Master of Social Work with Honours, offered within the School of Arts and Social Sciences, provide opportunities for social work practitioners to enhance their professional knowledge and skills. They are available by coursework or by research Honours.
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
| Part A: | |
| WS5501:03 | Advanced Social Work Theory |
| Part B: | |
| WS5002:03 | Rural and Remote Welfare |
| WS5004:06 | Social Welfare Research Methods |
| WS5005:03 | Social Policy Analysis |
| WS5101:06 | Family Therapy |
| WS5102:03 | Counselling Children and Adolescents |
| WS5103:03 | Community Development |
| WS5104:03 | Mental Health |
| WS5105:06 | Evidence Based Practice |
| WS5106:03 | Spirituality and Practice |
| WS5107:03 | Nonprofit Organisations: Theory and Practice |
| WS5109:03 | Anti Racist Social Welfare Practice |
| Part C: | |
| WS5010:03 | Independent Study 1 |
| WS5011:03 | Independent Study 2 |
| or | |
| Postgraduate subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects to the value of not more than 12 credit points. | |
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK WITH HONOURS
Students may qualify for the course through a 12 credit point Graduate Certificate of Research Methods. A grade of Credit (or better) is required in subjects.
The Master of Social Work with Honours course consists of a 24 credit point thesis or portfolio approved by the faculty.
SOCIAL WORK AND COMMUNITY WELFARE
Postgraduate studies within the School of Social Work and Community Welfare may be pursued towards any of the following awards:
Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Social Policy (Coursework and Honours)
Master of Social Work (Coursework and Honours)
Postgraduate Diploma of Social Welfare
Graduate Diploma of Arts or Social Science
Graduate Certificate of Social Science
Postgraduate Certificate of Community Development
Postgraduate Certificate of Family Therapy and Counselling.
The postgraduate studies program has been designed to address a range of learning styles and interests. Coursework studies in the programs have been made available in flexible delivery mode to provide the opportunity for people not residing near the campus to undertake postgraduate studies. Full-time or part-time on-campus studies are also available.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
The School of Arts and Social Sciences supports advanced research and scholarship, particularly work which relates to the Northern Australian social welfare context.
Before submitting an application to the University, each student is urged to discuss possible research areas with the Postgraduate Coordinator or Head of School.
SOCIOLOGY
(See Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology)
STATISTICS
It is possible to gain an award of Master of Arts in Statistics. Candidates should consult the Head of the School of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology.
TEACHING
MASTER OF TEACHING
Note: The Master of Teaching is not offered in 2009. No new enrolments will be accepted in this course.
Majors:
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Master of Teaching for intending primary teachers focusing on years 1 to 7
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Master of Teaching for intending primary and lower secondary teachers focusing on years 1 to 10
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Master of Teaching for intending secondary teachers focusing on years 8 to 12
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Master of Teaching for students with a Graduate Diploma of Education
MASTER OF TEACHING FOR INTENDING PRIMARY TEACHERS FOCUSING ON YEARS 1 TO 7
Townsville
YEAR 1
| ED5218:03 | Professional Practices 1 |
| ED5220:06 | Key Learning Areas 1 |
| ED5221:06 | Key Learning Areas 2 |
| ED5228:06 | Professional Practices 2 |
| ED5875:03 | Foundations of Education |
| ED5893:03 | Technology Across the Curriculum |
YEAR 2
| ED5230:03 | Internship Research Project |
| ED5229:06 | Professional Experience Extension |
| ED5857:03 | Assessment |
| ED5859:03 | Atypical Development |
| ED5870:03 | Issues in Literacy Education |
| ED5881:03 | Shaping Curriculum - Construction, Implementation and Review |
| Candidates may negotiate with the Program Coordinator to select some alternative subjects from a range of applicable subjects for the second year. | |
MASTER OF TEACHING FOR INTENDING PRIMARY AND LOWER SECONDARY FOCUSING ON YEARS 1 TO 10
Cairns
YEAR 1
| ED5218:03 | Professional Practices 1 |
| ED5223:06 | Curriculum 1 |
| ED5224:06 | Curriculum 2 |
| ED5228:06 | Professional Practices 2 |
| ED5875:03 | Foundations of Education |
| ED5893:03 | Technology Across the Curriculum |
YEAR 2
| ED5230:03 | Internship Research Project |
| ED5229:06 | Professional Experience Extension |
| ED5857:03 | Assessment |
| ED5859:03 | Atypical Development |
| ED5870:03 | Issues in Literacy Education |
| ED5881:03 | Shaping Curriculum - Construction, Implementation and Review |
| Candidates may negotiate with the Program Coordinator to select some alternative subjects from a range of applicable subjects for the second year. | |
MASTER OF TEACHING FOR INTENDING SECONDARY FOCUSING ON YEARS 8 TO 12
Townsville
YEAR 1
| ED5218:03 | Professional Practices 1 |
| ED5225:06 | Secondary Curriculum 1 |
| ED5228:06 | Professional Practices 2 |
| ED5875:03 | Foundations of Education |
| ED5893:03 | Technology Across the Curriculum |
| 3-credit point level 5 Education subject or Education Focus Study level 4 | |
YEAR 2
| ED5230:03 | Internship Research Project |
| ED5229:06 | Professional Experience Extension |
| ED5857:03 | Assessment |
| ED5859:03 | Atypical Development |
| ED5870:03 | Issues in Literacy Education |
| ED5881:03 | Shaping Curriculum - Construction, Implementation and Review |
| Candidates may negotiate with the Program Coordinator to select some alternative subjects from a range of applicable subjects for the second year. | |
MASTER OF TEACHING FOR STUDENTS WITH A GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF EDUCATION
Townsville, Cairns
YEAR 1
| 24 credit points advanced standing for a Graduate Diploma of Education |
YEAR 2
| ED5230:03 | Internship Research Project |
| ED5229:06 | Professional Experience Extension |
| ED5857:03 | Assessment |
| ED5859:03 | Atypical Development |
| ED5870:03 | Issues in Literacy Education |
| ED5875:03 | Foundations of Education |
| ED5881:03 | Shaping Curriculum - Construction, Implementation and Review |
| Candidates may negotiate with the Program Coordinator to select some alternative subjects from a range of applicable subjects for the second year. | |
TERTIARY TEACHING
(See Education)
TROPICAL ENVIRONMENT STUDIES AND GEOGRAPHY
A wide range of postgraduate studies is offered through the School of Earth and Environmental Studies. Degrees and programs are as follows:
Master of Arts or Social Science (Human Geography)
Master of Arts or Social Science (Tropical Environment Studies)
Graduate Diploma of Arts or Social Science (East and Southeast Asian Studies)
Graduate Diploma of Arts or Social Science (Geography)
In addition, facilities are available for PhD studies.
Postgraduate studies in Tropical Urban and Regional Planning are also available. Prospective students should consult with the Head of School.
The School of Earth and Environmental Studies has the best equipped geographical information systems laboratory in Northern Australia and a cartographic centre which contains an extensive archive of land and natural resource information for tropical Queensland.
WOMEN’S STUDIES
Postgraduate programs in Women’s Studies are coordinated through the Centre for Women’s Studies. Candidates may specialise within a Master of Arts or Social Science degree or study towards one of the awards in Women’s Studies detailed below.
MASTER OF WOMEN'S STUDIES
As part of the commitment of the Centre for Women’s Studies to serving the diversity of women in the community, a three-step masters degree is offered. This consists of a Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma of Women’s Studies and Master of Women’s Studies. The Postgraduate Certificate consists of one-third credit points (12) of a master’s degree and a Postgraduate Diploma consists of two-thirds credit points (24) of a masters degree. In this model, candidates can build toward a Master of Women’s Studies by sequentially completing the Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma options.
The masters course consists of a 36 credit points, approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, comprising subjects selected from the list below. Parts A and B must be included.
| Part A | |
| WC5001:06 | Introduction to Women’s Studies |
| WC5002:06 | Methodology in Women’s Studies |
| WC5003:06 | Advanced Women’s Studies |
| Part B | |
| WC5004:03 | Individual Subject for Study |
| Other postgraduate subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects | |
MASTER OF WOMEN'S STUDIES WITH HONOURS
Students may qualify for the course through a 12 credit point Graduate Certificate of Research Methods. A grade of Credit (or better) is required in subjects.
The Master of Women’s Studies with Honours course consists of a 24 credit point thesis or portfolio approved by the faculty.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF WOMEN'S STUDIES
| Part A | |
| WC5001:06 | Introduction to Women’s Studies |
| WC5003:06 | Advanced Women’s Studies |
| Part B - Select 12 credit points from: | |
| WC5002:06 | Methodology in Women’s Studies |
| WC5004:03 | Individual Subject for Study |
| or | |
| Other postgraduate subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects | |
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF WOMEN'S STUDIES
| Part A | |
| WC5001:06 | Introduction to Women’s Studies |
| Part B | |
| Select 6 credit points from other postgraduate subjects from the Master Schedule of Subjects | |
WRITING
The School of Arts and Social Sciences offers the Graduate Certificate of Writing, the Graduate Diploma of Writing, and the Master of Arts in Writing.
MASTER OF ARTS IN WRITING
Townsville
The Master of Arts in Writing is designed for graduates who wish to improve and diversify their writing skills. This course addresses writing for newspapers, literary journalism, creative writing, the memoir and the essay. Students will develop a major piece of work in a genre of their choice.
Students complete 36 credit points of study as follows:
| CORE SUBJECTS | |
| CU5702:06 | Writing Project |
| CU5703:06 | Exegesis |
| Plus | |
| At least 18 credit points of subjects from the following: | |
| EL5501:06 | Creative Nonfiction |
| EL5502:06 | Professional Editing |
| EL5505:06 | Master Class in Writing 1 |
| EL5507:06 | Master Class in Writing 2 |
| JN5500:06 | Writing for Newspapers |
| JN5501:06 | Investigative Writing |
| Plus | |
| 6 credit points of subjects from the following: | |
| EL5501:06 | Creative Nonfiction |
| EL5502:06 | Professional Editing |
| EL5505:06 | Master Class in Writing 1 |
| EL5507:06 | Master Class in Writing 2 |
| IA5020:03 | Black Writers |
| JN5500:06 | Writing for Newspapers |
| JN5501:06 | Investigative Writing |
| Any level 3 EL subject | |
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF WRITING
Townsville
The Graduate Diploma of Writing provides a detailed introduction to the key skills of writing in a range of genres, including creative writing, writing for newspapers, literary journalism, the memoir and the essay. No professional media experience or media studies qualification is required to enrol in this course.
Students complete 24 credit points of study.
| 18 credit points of subjects from the following: | |
| EL5501:06 | Creative Nonfiction |
| EL5502:06 | Professional Editing |
| EL5505:06 | Master Class in Writing 1 |
| EL5507:06 | Master Class in Writing 2 |
| JN5500:06 | Writing for Newspapers |
| JN5501:06 | Investigative Writing |
| Plus | |
| 6 credit points from the following: | |
| EL5501:06 | Creative Nonfiction |
| EL5502:06 | Professional Editing |
| EL5505:06 | Master Class in Writing 1 |
| EL5507:06 | Master Class in Writing 2 |
| IA5020:03 | Black Writers |
| JN5500:06 | Writing for Newspapers |
| JN5501:06 | Investigative Writing |
| Any level 3 EL subject | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF WRITING
Townsville
The Graduate Certificate of Writing introduces students to writing skills across a variety of genres. No professional media experience or media studies qualification is required to enrol in this course.
Students complete 12 credit points of study from the following:
| EL5501:06 | Creative Nonfiction |
| EL5502:06 | Professional Editing |
| EL5505:06 | Master Class in Writing 1 |
| EL5507:06 | Master Class in Writing 2 |
| JN5500:06 | Writing for Newspapers |
| JN5501:06 | Investigative Writing |