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Education (Educational Studies- Higher Education)

Coursework

The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher Education) is primarily designed to introduce university teachers to current principles, practices, debates and research in higher education.

Candidates are encouraged to develop scholarly, research-led approaches to teaching while engaging in activities and tasks aimed at cultivating critical reflection about higher education.

The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher Education) units of study are offered in conjunction with the DVC Education Portfolio.

A few waiver is available to University staff and official affiliates who are engaged in eligible forms of teaching or educational activity at the University for the duration of candidature. 

Award requirements

Please refer to the course resolutions in this handbook for information on the specific admission requirements for different coursework award courses.

Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher Education)

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher Education) candidates must complete 4 units of study (24 credit points), including:

  • 24 credit points of core units of study

Contacts and further information

Associate Professor Danny Liu
Email: danny.liu@sydney.edu.au
Website: Sydney School of Education and Social Work