Master of Education (English and Literacies in Education)

At the commencement of the 21st century, the field of English and Literacies is dynamic and constantly evolving. In the context of a visually saturated and technologically advancing society, our textual landscape is very different to what it was even as close as a decade ago. In this degree, students will critically examine the richness and diversity afforded by both old literacies and new literacies, including visual literacies, e-literacies and multiliteracies.

Our program will offer students opportunities to extend their knowledge about the field through understanding recent research developments in the field. It will also encourage students to explore and examine innovative approaches to teaching English and Literacies in this Electronic Media Age.

Structure of the Program

Masters Program (Master of Education (English and Literacies in Education))

The Master of Education (English and Literacies in Education) program requires a year (2 semesters) of full-time study (or 2 years/4 semesters of part-time study).

Students are required to choose 8 subjects in total,

including 2 core units from the Core Units list below, and
4 elective units from the Elective Units list below, and
2 additional units of study from outside the program, but within the Faculty of Education and Social Work OR 2 additional units from the elective list below

Graduate Diploma Program (Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies (English and Literacies in Education))

(Please note that this program DOES NOT lead to a professional teaching qualification).

Students who are not eligible for entry into the Master of Education program, or who may wish to undertake a shorter period of study, may be able to enrol in the Graduate Diploma program.

Students are required to choose 6 subjects in total,

including 2 core units from the Core Units list below, and
2 elective units from the Elective Units list below, and
2 additional units of study from outside the program, but within the Faculty of Education and Social Work OR 2 additional units from the elective list below

Graduate Certificate Program (Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (English and Literacies in Education))

(Please note that this program DOES NOT lead to a professional teaching qualification).

Students who are not eligible for entry into the Master of Education program or Graduate Diploma program, or who may wish to undertake a shorter period of study, may be able to enrol in the Graduate Certificate program.

Students are required to choose 4 subjects in total,

including 2 core units from the Core Units list below, and
2 elective units from the Elective Units list below

Core Units of Study in English and Literacies in Education

EDPG 5001 - Language as a Social Practice
EDPG6014 - New Literacies

Elective Units in English and Literacies in Education

EDPG 5011 - Children's literature K-12
EDPG 5012 - Educational Drama
EDPJ 5016 - Grammar: text and context
EDPG 6011 - Theatre in Education: Child Play to Performance
EDPK 5001 - Qualitative research methods in Education
EDPK 5003 - Developing a research project
EDPZ 5010 - Individual professional learning portfolio
EDPZ 6010 - Professional Learning Leadership Portfolio

For a complete list of postgraduate units of study available within the Faculty of Education and Social Work, please consult the Postgraduate Handbook.

Teaching Staff

If you've got a question about this degree program, please ask it via this form or contact Dr Angela Thomas.

Teaching staff in this program include:

Furthering your research

The Master of Education (English and Literacies in Education), combined with a record of excellence, equips graduates to proceed into higher research degrees. A number of pathways into higher research are available within the Faculty through Masters and Doctoral studies.

Entry requirements

To apply for the Master of Education (English and Literacies in Education), you should hold an undergraduate degree from a recognised tertiary institution. Demonstrated experience in the field is also an advantage.

Fees

Local Students

Local 2008 fees are AUD$1,470 per unit of study.

Assistance with local fee payments may be available via the Australian Government. Please visit the website http://www.goingtouni.gov.au/ for more information.

International Students

International 2008 fees for the Masters program are AUD$19,440 p.a. (for a year of full time study - 48 credit points or equivalent). Fees are reduced proportionally for students undertaking the Gradate Diploma or Graduate Certificate.
Comprehensive information about international fees is available from the International Office.

Additional information for International applications is also available from this website.

The University’s tuition fees are reviewed annually and may be varied during the period of study. The exact tuition fee for your course may depend on the specific units of study in which you enrol.