EDUCATION

Master of Guidance and CounsellingMaster of EducationGraduate Certi�cate of Career DevelopmentGraduate Certi�cate of Education (Tertiary Teaching)Graduate Certi�cate of Research Methods

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ABOUT JCU SINGAPORE

JCU Singapore (registered as James Cook Australia, Institute of Higher Learning in Singapore) is fully owned by James Cook University Australia. The university established JCU Singapore in 2003 as part of its expressed intent of “Creating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide through graduates and discoveries that make a di�erence”.

The university is ranked in the top 4%* of universities in the world and is the leading tropical research university in Australia. It o�ers a suite of university level programs at the JCU Singapore campus.

JCU Singapore has two campuses located at 600 Upper Thomson Road and 10 Ang Mo Kio Street 54. The campuses provide students with access to a full range of facilities and services to support their learning. Facilities include lecture and seminar rooms, a fully equipped library, computer laboratories, an onsite bistro and access to a variety of sporting facilities.

All courses are registered with the Council for Private Education (Registration No. 200100786K) and our operations are governed by EduTrust. Since 2008, we have achieved the Singapore Quality Class accreditation.

JCU Singapore provides the opportunity for international and local students to earn a “real Australian degree” without leaving Singapore.*The Academic Ranking of World Universities, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 2012

James Cook University’s School of Education has provided world class education programs for 40 years.It has a strong commitment to the development of educational and organizational leaders.All the courses are internationally recognised and identical to the ones awarded in JCU Australia.

Note: International students in Singapore on a Student Pass are not permitted to work. For more information please visit www.ica.gov.sg

JCU Singapore is EduTrust Certi�ed. The EduTrust certi�cation scheme is administered by the Council for Private Education (CPE), a statutory board formed in 2009. EduTrust requires all students to be covered under a Fee Protection Scheme. In JCU Singapore, this is provided through an insurance protection scheme. Further, EduTrust also requires that the students must be covered under a medical insurance coverage which has provision for hospitalisation, surgery and treatment costs throughout their course duration.JCU Singapore will advise in the Standard Student Contract the total amount of insurance payable.For more details please visit the CPE website: http://www.cpe.gov.sg

MASTER OF GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLINGThis course is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) in Australia and in Singapore by the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC), giving graduates the ability to pursue careers in both countriesas well as internationally.The course embodies work skills to help students ful�l their professional and personal aspirations.

STUDY PROGRAM

Students are required to complete 12 subjects (36 credit points) as follows:8 Core Subjects

• Foundations of Counselling Theory

• Foundations of Counselling Practice

• Advanced Counselling

• Assessment

• Atypical Development

• Careers and Leisure Guidance & Counselling

• Re�ective Practice in Guidance & Counselling

• Practicum in Guidance & Counselling

Students may be granted advanced standing if, in addition to meeting the entry requirement, they have a minimum of 2 years full time relevant working experience.

PROGRAM FACTSDuration 24 monthsCourse Structure 3 trimesters per year | Take 1- 4 subjects per trimesterIntakes March, July and OctoberTotal Tuition Fees S$32,100 Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract.Please contact us for further details.

4 subjects from the Master of Education degree

Students may also choose to study one subject from the Business or IT disciplines.

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CAREER PROSPECTSThe Master of Guidance and Counselling degree equips graduates with the skills, con�dence and knowledge to become a professional counsellor in a variety of locations and settings.

This program is only available for Singapore citizens, Singapore PR or Dependant Pass Holders.

MASTER OF EDUCATIONThe Master of Education is designed for teachers, managers, policy makers, and educational professionals wanting to deepen their knowledge and understanding of educational theory, practice, policy and process.

This quali�cation does not lead to registration as a teacher in schools.

STUDY PROGRAM

Students are required to complete 8 subjects (24 credit points) based on availability and scheduling.

• Educational Leadership and Management

• Behaviour Management

• Issues in the Education and Care of Young Children

• Research in Early Childhood Education

• Introduction to Educational Research

• Dissertation Part 1 of 2

• Dissertation Part 2 of 2**This subject consists of 6 credit points or equal to 2 subjects

PROGRAM FACTSDuration 16 months part time; 12 months full timeCourse Structure 3 trimesters per year | Take 1 - 4 subjects per trimesterIntakes March, July and OctoberTotal Tuition Fees S$21,400 Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract.Please contact us for further details.

CAREER PROSPECTSGraduates move into leadership, management and administration positionswithin schools and other organisations, gain academic appointments and take appointments as educational consultants and researchers.

orStudents may also select subjects from the Graduate Certi�cate of Education (Tertiary Teaching) and the Master of Guidance and Counselling, provided they meet the selection criteria for the subjects.

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MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENT

MASTER OF GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLINGMASTER OF EDUCATION • Successful completion of a recognised undergraduate degree

• Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to Quali�cations in the AustralianQuali�cations Framework (AQF level 9) Guidelines for Masters degrees.Further information on AQF can be found at http://bit.ly/V14G3V

English Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)/ TOEFL iBT 90 (with minimum writing score of 21) and above; or

• Satisfactory completion of JCU Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP).

• Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study in English medium may satisfy the Englishlanguage requirement on a case-by-case basis.

• Each 3 credit point subject requires a minimum of 130 hours studytime per trimester including one 25-hour intensive contact block.

• Practicum consists of 120 hours of practice (90 hours minimumface-to-face) over a period of 2 trimesters.

• Practicum placement assistance is provided by the University.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF CAREER DEVELOPMENTThis course is designed for those who want to work in career education, career guidance and career counselling. The Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) has endorsed the Graduate Certi�cate of Career Development delivered by James Cook University as meeting the Professional Standards for Australian Career Development Practitioners. This course can also be completed in conjunction with the Masters of Guidance and Counselling.

STUDY PROGRAM

Students are required to complete 3 core subjects

• Foundations of Counselling Theory

• Career and Leisure Guidance and Counselling

• Career Development Portfolio**This subject consists of 6 credit points or equal to 2 subjects

CAREER PROSPECTSGraduates will have a specialisation in career development counselling.

Students who have successfully completed a Master of Guidance and Counselling degree or postgraduate equivalent may apply for advanced standing for the core subjects Foundations of Counselling Theory and Career and Leisure Guidance and Counselling.

PROGRAM FACTSDuration 12 monthsCourse Structure 3 trimesters per yearIntakes March, July and OctoberTotal Tuition Fees S$11,000 Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION(Tertiary Teaching)

The Graduate Certi�cate of Education (Tertiary Teaching) is designed to encourage exploration and engagement with contemporary best practices in teaching, learning and assessment. It provides an intellectual basis for curriculum planning and development and equips tertiary teachers and those aspiring to be tertiary teachers with speci�c knowledge and skills. It involves the examination of innovative teaching practices, improved facilitation of student learning, and re�ection of practice.

The Graduate Certi�cate of Education (Tertiary Teaching) is a quali�cation designed for those who plan to teach in a tertiary institution and anyone who is already teaching in a tertiary institution.

This quali�cation does not lead to registration as a teacher in schools.

STUDY PROGRAM

Students are required to complete 4 subjects:

• Learning and Teaching in Tertiary Education

• Maximizing Learning for Students

• Research and Re�ection in Tertiary Learning and Teaching

• Negotiated Project or another Level 5 subject (subject to the course coordinator’s agreement)equal to 3 credit points.

PROGRAM FACTSDuration 12 monthsCourse Structure 4 study periods per yearIntake JanuaryTotal Tuition Fees S$11,000 Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract.Please contact us for further details.

CAREER PROSPECTSGraduates will have a quali�cation in tertiary teaching. Whether you are currently teaching or aspire to be teaching in tertiary education, this course adds signi�cant value to your credentials.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)/ TOEFL iBT 90 (with minimum writing score of 21) and above; or

• Satisfactory completion of JCU Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP).

• Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study in English may satisfy the English language requirement on a case-by-case basis.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF CAREER DEVELOPMENTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (TERTIARY TEACHING)

• Successful completion of a recognised undergraduate degree

• Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to Quali�cations in the Australian Quali�cations Framework (AQF level 8) Guidelines for Graduate Certi�cates.Further information on AQF can be found at http://bit.ly/V14G3V

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF RESEARCH METHODS(Arts, Education and Social Sciences)

The Graduate Certi�cate of Research Methods is for graduates from any discipline who do not have the appropriate research experience to meet the entry requirements for higher degree programs at James Cook University. This course gives graduates su�cient research experience to enter many Postgraduate Research programs at James Cook University.

STUDY PROGRAM

Students are required to complete 3 core subjects:

• Introduction to Educational Research

• Dissertation Part 1 of 2

• Dissertation Part 2 of 2**This subject consists of 6 credit points or equal to 2 subjects

PROGRAM FACTSDuration 12 monthsCourse Structure 3 trimesters per yearIntake MarchTotal Tuition Fees S$11,000 Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract.Please contact us for further details.

CAREER PROSPECTSGraduates wanting to continue academic/research related careers.

Admission Requirements

• Successful completion of a recognised undergraduate degree

• Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to Quali�cations in the Australian Quali�cations Framework (AQF level 8) Guidelines for Graduate Certi�cates.Further information on AQF can be found at http://bit.ly/V14G3V

Desirable Requirements

• Students achieve a credit average in their undergraduate degree

English Language Requirements

• IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)/ TOEFL iBT 90 (with minimum writing score of 21) and above; or

• Satisfactory completion of JCU Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP).

• Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study in English may satisfy the English language requirement on a case-by-case basis.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Your Local Representative:

James Cook Australia Institute of Higher Learning

Tel : +65 6576 6833

Fax : +65 6455 2833

Email : enquiries-singapore@jcu.edu.au

Upper Thomson Campus

600 Upper Thomson RoadSingapore 574421

Ang Mo Kio Campus

10 Ang Mo Kio Street 54Singapore 569184

CPE Registration No. 200100786KPeriod of registration: 13 July 2010 to 12 July 2014

www.jcu.edu.sg

This publication is intended as a general guide. The information is correct at the time of printing. JCU Singapore reserves the right to alter any course contents or admission requirements without prior notice. Printed SIN03/13.James Cook University, Australia CRICOS Provider Code 00117J

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James Cook University Australia o�ers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in business, information technology, psychology & education at the JCU Singapore campus.

Creating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide through graduates and discoveries that make a di�erence.