Graduate Diploma in Education Studies (Digital Learning)
Degree Level Postgraduate
Year 2021
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Degree Level Postgraduate
Year 2021
Program Code
MGDL
Fees
2021: AUD$ 29,300 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)
International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
This program is not available to students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa
This program will not be offered in 2021. To apply for a future intake, please register your interest via the Enquire button.
12021 THE Subject Rankings
2Results for Specialist Studies in Education – 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
This graduate diploma is specifically designed for qualified educators who are interested in developing their knowledge, understanding and skills to design, implement and evaluate digital learning environments in educational settings.
The core courses focus on digital learning concepts and technologies, best practice in the design of digital learning environments, and learning analytics. You’ll also study courses in ‘big data’ and the neurocognition of learning.
This graduate diploma extends your learning and skills in the areas of digital education. You’ll graduate with a high level of practical and theoretical knowledge and skills to support digital approaches in your current teaching and learning environment.
Find out more about preparing for the digital university here.
This program is delivered fully online. International students who wish to study this program must study from their home country.
This graduate diploma is specifically designed for qualified educators who are interested in developing their knowledge, understanding and skills in the design, development and implementation of digital learning approaches in educational settings.
The eight courses across the graduate diploma integrate current digital learning concepts; models and frameworks; interactive curriculum design and pedagogy; learning analytics; methodology of managing online communities; data; and the cognitive and neural perspective and environmental factors that influence learning through digital media.
This graduate diploma extends your learning and skills in the area of digital education. You’ll graduate with a high level of practical and theoretical knowledge and skills to support digital approaches in your current teaching and learning environment.
Our education degrees are highly regarded. We are South Australia's largest tertiary provider for education degrees and the only tertiary institution in the State to offer a postgraduate qualification that is specifically focused on digital learning.
You can also rest assured that you will graduate with a relevant qualification – the curriculum for this graduate diploma is informed by our above world-class research (research that has been ranked number one in South Australia by Excellence in Research for Australia 2015) and it delves into current debates, theories and research relevant to digital learning in education.
Now is the time to study digital learning in education. And UniSA is the place for your postgraduate study.
Teachers have a passion for learning and a dedication to the social, emotional, physical and psychological development of children. Well-developed interpersonal skills, patience, as well as impeccable organisational and communication skills, are key attributes of successful educators.
The demand for educators to have expertise in digital learning has never been greater. With this graduate certificate, you will be in a strong position to seek further career opportunities and progression due to your specialised knowledge and leadership capability within the growing field of digital learning education.
Applications are via UniSA's Apply Online portal.
Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.
Recipients can get a 50% reduction on tuition fees for up to four years of full-time study for selected degrees.
Recipients can get a 15% reduction on tuition fees for their first year of study for selected degrees.
As a UniSA student, you will have unique access to work placement opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events, internships, guest speakers and more.
Our campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform. We have health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and great student lounges. You will also gainaccess to a range of community clinics, which provide professional and cost effective services in areas of health, business, law and psychology. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you are keen to explore the social side of university life, there are movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and lots more.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets should you need, from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages or explore our student accommodation by urbanest on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal perfect location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.
I am the Program Director for the Master of Education, Master of Education (TESOL) and the Graduate Diploma in Education Studies (Digital Learning). I am also a Lecturer in English Language and Literacy. I completed my Bachelor of Teaching, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) and Master of Arts in linguistics at Deakin University (Melbourne), and my PhD in linguistics at the University of Sydney.
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
You can access our online International Application System through our How to Apply page. The International Application System is an easy and secure online application and acceptance process. You will have visibility of your application through the secure online portal with the ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment.
Alternatively you can submit an application through one of the University's registered Education Agents.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC http://www.satac.edu.au/.
If you are applying for the UniSA Study Abroad or Study Abroad Plus program, you can submit your application online here.
Postgraduate study by research
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit http://unisa.edu.au/resdegrees.
There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks from the date that we receive your application and all required supporting documentation.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC. Key dates for applications can be found here.
You may be eligible to receive credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area at an equivalent or higher level. Receiving credit will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.
The amount of credit you may be eligible to receive is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions team.
The best way to determine your eligibility to receive credit or advanced standing is to apply using our International Application System which can be found on our How to Apply page. You will need to supply detailed syllabus documents with your application.
UniSA welcomes the opportunity to speak with you regarding your study options. Our staff are able to talk to you about degree information, career outcomes and pathways, entry requirements, applications, and student life, so that you are able to make the best study decision for your future.
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We also have many events throughout the year in Australia and overseas where you can speak with UniSA representatives about your area of interest. View our calendar of events in your home country by selecting the 'International' filter.