C06096v1 Graduate Diploma in Literacy and Numeracy

Overview

UTS is a leading provider of postgraduate language and literacy courses with the longest tradition of Adult Basic Education (ABE) teacher training of any university in NSW. This course is for people who wish to gain an initial specialist qualification as an adult basic education practitioner. It provides graduates with a widely recognised specialist teaching qualification that enables them to work in the field of adult literacy and numeracy education in both the public and private sectors and registered training organisations. The course includes two practicums and a range of subjects that integrate relevant theoretical perspectives on adult basic education with practical teaching and learning applications.

Course aims

The course aims to provide students with:

• a sound understanding of practices and policies in teaching literacy and numeracy to adults
• up-to-date teaching and learning strategies
• skills in designing, implementing and evaluating a variety of learning activities and curricula, and
• theoretical approaches to literacy and numeracy education.

Career options

Career options include adult basic education practitioner in community colleges, corrective services, AMES, TAFE and public and private adult education institutions that offer opportunities for adults to learn and build on basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Additional admission requirements

Local students apply through UAC with first round applications closing 31 October, and final round closing 31 January each year.

International students apply through UTS: International.

Course duration and attendance

The course can be completed in one year of full-time, or two years of part-time study.

Flexible delivery may be available in some subjects.

Course structure

Students must complete 48 credit points comprising eight core subjects.

Course completion requirements

Course program

Typical course programs for both full-time and part-time students are shown below.

Other information

Further information is available from the Faculty's website at: