Deakin University Course Enhancement: Course Learning Outcomes Template (Level 8–Graduate Diploma) As part of Deakin University’s Course Enhancement Process, every course (degree program) has a clear and concise set of Course learning outcomes and minimum standards aligned with Deakin's Graduate Outcomes, accreditation requirements (where applicable) and the Australian Qualifications Framework. This template provides the framework for the creation of the Course Learning Outcomes and minimum standards aligned with Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes and Australian Qualifications Framework specifications for level 8 Graduate Diploma). – COURSE NAME: Deakin Graduate Learning AQF Graduate Diploma Descriptor AQF Level 8 (Graduate Diploma) Discipline/ Professional Standards Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) Minimum Standards (relating to CLOs) Outcomes Criteria* (e.g. professional association) Note: ensure at appropriate AQF specifications and criteria (see columns 2 & 3) 1. Knowledge: advanced knowledge within a Knowledge: advanced theoretical Insert text Insert text Insert text systematic and coherent body of knowledge and technical knowledge in one or knowledge and that may include the acquisition and more disciplines or areas of capabilities: application of knowledge and skills in a new practice. appropriate to or existing discipline or professional area. the of study Application of knowledge and skills: related to a knowledge and skills to Skills: specialised technical and creative discipline or demonstrate autonomy, skills in a field of highly skilled and/or profession. judgement, adaptability professional practice. and responsibility as a practitioner Application of knowledge and skills: will or learner. demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills: to make high level, independent judgements in a range of technical or management functions in varied specialised contexts to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate broad functions within varied specialised technical and/or creative contexts. 2. Communication: Skills: Skills: advanced cognitive, technical oral, written and communication skills to select communication skills to demonstrate an and and apply methods and understanding of theoretical concepts interpersonal technologies to: communication communication skills to transfer complex analyse, generate and transmit to inform, knowledge and ideas to a variety of motivate and solutions to complex problems audiences. effect change. transmit knowledge, skills and ideas to others.
Deakin University Course Enhancement: Course Learning Outcomes Template (Level 8–Graduate Diploma) As part of Deakin University’s Course Enhancement Process, every course (degree program) has a clear and concise set of Course learning outcomes and minimum standards aligned with Deakin's Graduate Outcomes, accreditation requirements (where applicable) and the Australian Qualifications Framework. This template provides the framework for the creation of the Course Learning Outcomes and minimum standards aligned with Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes and Australian Qualifications Framework specifications for level 8 – Graduate Diploma). COURSE NAME: Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes AQF Graduate Diploma Descriptor AQF Level 8 (Graduate Diploma) Criteria* Discipline/ Professional Standards (e.g. professional association) Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) Minimum Standards (relating to CLOs) Note: ensure at appropriate AQF specifications and criteria (see columns 2 & 3) 1. knowledge and capabilities: appropriate to the of study related to a discipline or profession. Knowledge: advanced knowledge within a systematic and coherent body of knowledge that may include the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills in a new or existing discipline or professional area. Skills: specialised technical and creative skills in a field of highly skilled and/or professional practice. Application of knowledge and skills: will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills: to make high level, independent judgements in a range of technical or management functions in varied specialised contexts to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate broad functions within varied specialised technical and/or creative contexts. Knowledge: advanced theoretical and technical knowledge in one or more disciplines or areas of practice. Application of knowledge and skills: knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a practitioner or learner. Insert text Insert text Insert text 2. Communication: oral, written and interpersonal communication to inform, motivate and effect change. Skills: communication skills to demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concepts communication skills to transfer complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences. Skills: advanced cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply methods and technologies to: analyse, generate and transmit solutions to complex problems transmit knowledge, skills and ideas to others.
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