Welcome to Deakin University I am delighted to welcome you to Arts and Science, as well as specialist disciplines Deakin University’s 2012 Postgraduate Course Guide. such as Sport, Environment and Nutrition, and in professional fields such as Architecture, Business, The choice to undertake postgraduate study is a Management, Medicine, Law, Engineering, significant one and I know that many important Information Technology, Nursing, Teaching and considerations surround your decision to return to Psychology. study. I hope it is with Deakin. With accredited qualifications and leading research, Deakin University offers a diverse range of flexible, Deakin aims to produce well-rounded graduates high-quality postgraduate programs that are who are valued. The supportive academic staff designed to meet your work, lifestyle and family at Deakin work hard to ensure that your course commitments. meets your individual career objectives. Deakin The University operates from four campuses – one has twice won the prestigious Australian University in metropolitan Melbourne, two in Geelong and of the Year award and is a member of Universities one on Victoria’s south-west coast in Warrnambool. Australia and the Association of Commonwealth Each campus offers students access to excellent Universities. teaching, research, ICT and library facilities. I welcome you to read on to see what makes Deakin also partners with government bodies, Deakin University such a vibrant and supportive industry experts and some of the world’s leading place to study. I look forward to welcoming you research institutions to produce research of to one of our campuses soon. distinction and relevance – an important add on Professor Jane den Hollander to postgraduate study at Deakin. Vice-Chancellor From graduate certificate through to doctoral level, Deakin offers postgraduate courses in a wide range of areas including traditional disciplines such as Finding more information 2012 Postgraduate Postgraduate Course Guide study area booklets Visit our web site Talk to us Visit us This guide provides a Deakin has a range of Visit our web site for more If you haven’t found There are other list of the postgraduate postgraduate study comprehensive course the information you opportunities to talk courses Deakin offers, area booklets. These and fee information need, call 1300 DEGREE face-to-face to Deakin detailed information booklets provide more including details of (1300 334 733) and ask staff at events such about types of information about new courses, campuses, to speak with a student as Open Day and postgraduate study, each course, including facilities and support adviser. Postgraduate Information how to apply, our course structures, career services at Nights. 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Contents 2 Deakin: get results Postgraduate degrees by coursework 3 Postgraduate study and its benefits 4 Types of postgraduate study 18 Architecture and Built Environment 6 Choose how you study 18 Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 7 Off-campus study 19 Business and Law 8 Campuses 22 Communication, Media and Creative Arts 12 How to apply 22 Education 23 Engineering and Information Technology 14 Student services 24 Health 16 Fees and scholarships 24 Medicine 18 Postgraduate degrees by coursework 24 Nursing and Midwifery 26 Our Alumni Community 25 Nutrition and Dietetics 27 Research that makes a difference 25 Psychology 28 Research degrees 25 Science and Environment 33 Key terms 34 Find out more 37 Important dates Research degrees 28 Faculty of Arts and Education 29 Faculty of Business and Law 30 Faculty of Health Using this guide This guide provides domestic students with an introduction to Deakin University – the range of courses it offers, the support services available and an insight into life as a Deakin postgraduate 32 Faculty of Science and Technology student. It is designed to be read in conjunction with our postgraduate study area booklets, which contain detailed course information including descriptions of course units. You can apply online for a Deakin course, track the progress of your application and accept your offer at www.deakin.edu.au/apply. Deakin University also produces course guides specifically for international students. To request a copy phone Deakin International on 03 9244 5095 or visit www.deakin.edu.au/international. Postgraduate Course Guide 1. Deakin: get results Deakin offers a total university experience. You will receive a flexible, quality education that prepares you for success in your career. Study how and when you want. At Deakin it’s your choice. Multiple Deakin understands that self-paced online learning will play a course entry and exit points, deferment, residential programs, and major role in your ongoing career development and we are proud full-time and part-time study options all allow you to structure your of the delivery of our innovative, flexible online study options for study to suit your life, work and personal commitments. The majority of postgraduate students. These include: our courses offer you the choice of on or off-campus study through the use of online technology, including podcasts and MP3s. » iLecture – an automated media capture system that can provide online access to video, audio and lecture recordings via streamed With three intakes a year, Deakin’s trimester system gives you the Quicktime files, podcasts and MP3 downloads. potential to fast-track your degree, allowing you to progress your career by graduating sooner. The trimester system may also mean you » Desire2Learn – the core learning management system used to deliver can commence your postgraduate qualification at a time that is more web-based course material and assessment tasks; it also facilitates convenient to you. communication and collaboration between students and staff, and contains an ePortfolio. Deakin prepares you for the real world by providing opportunities to gain valuable, hands-on experience. Workplace skills are taught » eLive – a communication tool that allows participants to talk online by industry professionals and practical experience is gained through in real time and share video presentations. placements, internships and overseas study programs. In some courses, Deakin offers you the opportunity to study overseas Our courses are relevant and responsive to community and industry as part of your degree, bringing a different perspective to your studies needs, as each course is designed and regularly reviewed by its own and helping you to consolidate your learning in an international Course Advisory Board. Course Advisory Board members include context. academic and industry experts and professionals who provide advice Deakin’s recent achievements have been recognised through many on all aspects of a course (including the skills sought by industry awards, including seven Citations for Outstanding Contributions employers), share industry knowledge, and provide input into course to Student Learning in the 2010 Australian Learning and Teaching development processes, industry links and placements. Council Awards and a 5 star MBA rating by the Graduate Management Deakin University’s award-winning residential programs give Association of Australia (GMAA). professionals the opportunity to complete a unit in five consecutive Deakin also achieved excellent results in the Australian Research days of intensive study. Participants immerse themselves in the unit Council 2010 awards and received the top ranking of 5 – defined as well content, undertake innovative and experiential learning activities, and above world standards – in Materials Engineering, Medical Physiology build their professional networks. Residential programs are conducted and Human Movement and Sports Sciences and Zoology in the recent at the Deakin Management Centre – a purpose built, world class, ERA rankings. The University also received a ranking of 4 – defined as residential executive leadership centre at the Geelong Waurn Ponds above world standards – in the Engineering and Medical and Health Campus. Sciences clusters. With more than 150 postgraduate courses to choose from, Students tell us that Deakin’s supportive staff and friendly Deakin offers you a broad range of options. In addition to providing environment make it a great place to meet different people with high -quality traditional programs, Deakin continually adapts and new ideas. Our welcoming atmosphere also ensures that we continue develops new courses to meet the ongoing demands of the domestic to treat our students as individuals with freedom of thought and action. and international labour markets. Deakin allows you to choose your study environment. With campuses located in Melbourne at Burwood, Geelong and Warrnambool on Victoria’s south-west coast, Deakin allows you to choose between metropolitan, regional or rural study environments. You can also choose to study from your home or office by studying off campus. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT www.deakin.edu.au 2. Postgraduate study and its benefits No matter what stage of your career, there Increased income Flexibility are many reasons to consider further studies. Further