Professional Development
Link to Information for 2012 mid-year intake here
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in University Teaching (GCUT) is designed for University of Melbourne staff seeking to develop their expertise, scholarship, and leadership skills in university teaching. The course combines research-based, theoretical seminars guided by experienced higher education researchers, with practical exercises involving peer review of teaching, and negotiated projects.
The course is offered part time and is designed to complement participants' university teaching practice.
A feature of the program is the diversity of the group. Participants represent a wide range of disciplines and are in a variety of teaching roles. They therefore contribute various perspectives and experiences to the group. The curriculum is designed to capitalise on this diversity through discussion and collaboration. Assessment tasks are designed to be useful to individuals and relevant to their particular teaching environments.
Past graduates from the GCUT have reported many positive career outcomes, including enhanced knowledge of effective teaching and learning, improved student evaluation scores, increased promotion opportunities, publication in academic journals, and success in winning teaching awards and grants for educational research and development.
Course structure
The GCUT is offered part-time, consists of four subjects each worth 12.5 credit points, and may be taken over one or two years.
Teaching is primarily on-campus, and most subjects include an introductory, intensive session held in the non-teaching period. The two year option is appropriate for staff on full time appointments. Online learning is core to some subjects, and is used to support participation across the course as a whole. Assessment tasks are designed to be useful to individuals, and relevant to their particular teaching environments.
Classes are held on the Parkville campus (typically in the Barbara Falk Room, 715 Swanston St). All subjects are also supported through subject websites on the University's Learning Management System (LMS).
GCUT 2012 Key Dates
EDUC90002 Effective University Teaching |
Forum: 9am-4pm Wednesday 15 February |
Seminars: Tuesdays 4:15-6:15pm on:
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Presentations: 2-5pm Friday 1 June |
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EDUC90516 Designing a Curriculum |
Forum: 9:30am-4pm Wednesday 18 July |
Seminars: Wednesdays 4:15-6:15pm on:
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EDU90001 Teaching in Practice |
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Reciprocal peer review of teaching: Any time during Semester 1 |
Completion seminar: 12noon-2pm Thursday 29 May |
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EDUC90517 Project on Teaching & Learning |
Forum: 9am-4pm Tuesday 17 July |
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Information for applicants
A University-funded program
The GCUT is open only to University of Melbourne staff. Places are limited, and applicants require the support of their Head of Department/unit and Dean of Faculty. Course fees are covered by the University.
Eligibility & selection
Applicants must have:
- Bachelor degree (any discipline)
- Current employment at the University of Melbourne with teaching responsibilities (full-time, part-time or sessional).
- Support and formal approval from Head of Department and Faculty Dean.
All staff meeting the above criteria are eligible to apply – application is not restricted to full-time staff, nor to staff on academic appointments.
There are limited places available in the program. In the event that the number of eligible applications exceeds the available places, the selection committee will consider:
- the form of appointment (priority will be given to staff on full-time, continuing appointments); and
- institutional support (in the form of statements from Head of Department and/or Dean).
In addition, priority will be given to people with current or future leadership roles in teaching and learning.
Pathways and credit options
Applications for advanced standing are invited. In particular:
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The CSHE short course, the Melbourne Teaching Certificate may be considered for credit for the PRACTICE unit
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Education qualifications, such as Diploma of Education may be considered for credit for the PRINCIPLES and PRACTICE units
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Applicants able to demonstrate an extensive record of effective teaching in higher education (7+ years FTE, with evidence of effectiveness) may be considered for recognition of prior learning for the PRINCIPLES and PRACTICE units
Application process
There is now two intakes each year.
Information about the 2012 second semester intake is here.
Please contact the GCUT course coordinator Dr Chi Baik / cbaik@unimelb.edu.au if you have any other questions about the course or the application process.
Related information:
Melbourne Teaching Certificate, a single-semester program for University staff.
Graduate Certificate in University Management, an award course for University staff involved in administration and management.