Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development

Year

View in 2021 Handbook

Course Overview
Further Information
Course Rules & Plans
Course Outcomes

Why study the Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development at UNE?

The Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development is a program of study designed for those who need an undergraduate qualification that will prepare them to transition into, or within, careers or for further study.

The Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development has been developed in response to the community and industry need as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. The certificate allows you the freedom to choose from a range of specialisations. Within the core unit, the DYPP100, you are guided through a process that lets you clarify and articulate your next career transition that will best position you for the future workplace.

The Certificate provides you with skills and knowledge in a range of disciplinary areas. The course equips graduates with creative, critical and analytical skills to assist with future employment or to pursue further study.

Candidates receive support from the Academic Concierge staff during their enrolment and study within the core unit DYPP100.

Graduates of the Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development may be eligible to apply to the equivalent Diploma or Bachelor through an articulated pathway.

To be eligible for the government funding associated with Undergraduate Certificates, as a response to the COVID-19 crisis; students undertake four (4) units over Trimester 2, 2020. Enrolment in any following trimesters may not be subject to the same level of government funding. The Undergraduate Certificate must be completed by the end of 2021.

Career Opportunities

Being a highly tailored course the career opportunities are specific to each individual. The course may help to:

* diversify skillsets to create more career choices;

* hone specialist skills to give a competitive edge in a chosen field; or

* provide new skills to take your career in a new direction.

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Degree Snapshot

DURATION

0.5 Years Full-time
Up to 1.5 Years Part-time

FEES

Commonwealth Supported Place

2020 STUDY OPTIONS

Armidale

Trimester 2, Online
Trimester 3, Online

Official Abbreviation

UGCertProfDev

Course Type

Undergraduate

Commencing

Location	Admission Period	Mode of Study
Armidale	Trimester 2	Online
Armidale	Trimester 3	Online

Course Duration

0.5 Years Full-time
Up to 1.5 Years Part-time

Fees

Commonwealth Supported Place
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Total Credit Points

Entry Requirements

1. A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Rule and Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Procedures) which includes:

(a) completed Australian senior secondary studies; or

(b) completed overseas secondary qualifications or tertiary qualifications deemed equivalent to Australian qualifications; or

(d) completed an approved admission scheme or pathway; or

(e) satisfy the requirements of an approved interinstitution agreement; or

(f) obtained other equivalent qualifications and/or vocational experience; or

(g) satisfy the requirements for non-standard admission.

Advanced Standing

Candidates are referred to the University policy on Advanced Standing.

Advanced Standing will be granted for units which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University, or units which are deemed eligible for Unspecified Advanced Standing, and approved by the course coordinator for the course.

Academic Colours

White (BCC 1)

Further Information

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These course rules & plans are ONLY to be used if you commenced, transferred or changed versions in the Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development in 2020.

Admission to Candidature

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Rule and Admission Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Coursework) Procedures) which includes:
(a) completed Australian senior secondary studies; or
(b) completed overseas secondary qualifications or tertiary qualifications deemed equivalent to Australian qualifications; or
(c) completed Australian post-secondary or tertiary qualifications; or
(d) completed an approved admission scheme or pathway; or
(e) satisfy the requirements of an approved interinstitution agreement; or
(f) obtained other equivalent qualifications and/or vocational experience; or
(g) satisfy the requirements for non-standard admission.

Advanced Standing

Candidates are referred to the University policy on Advanced Standing.

Period of Candidature

The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 0.5 years as a full-time candidate;
(b) upto 1.5 years as a part-time candidate.

Course Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete the program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

Course Structure	Credit Points
Core Units	6 cps
One approved specialisation	18 cps
Total	24 cps

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Award of Degree

A candidate who meets the course requirements shall be admitted to the Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development.

Course Aims	The course aims are currently unavailable.
Learning Outcomes	Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: take action to implement their planned career transition in their chosen field; demonstrate subject specific knowledge of discipline/area of study with the ability to communicate and/or collaborate appropriately with a range of stakeholders; and apply effective critical thinking, learning strategies and skills as independent learners.
Graduate Attributes	Knowledge of a Discipline Graduates will possess knowledge relevant to their fields of study, and have an introductory understanding of key principles, practices and boundaries of the disciplines they study. Communication Skills Graduates will have skills that enable them to communicate the ideas and information acquired from their areas of study. Graduates will recognise the importance of continuing to develop their communication skills, and to be able to use appropriate communication technologies. Problem Solving Graduates will have an understanding of key problem solving strategies in their fields of study and be able to apply these skills. Information Literacy Graduates will have skills in how to recognise relevant information and to use appropriate media, tools and methodologies to locate, access and use information. They will be able to critically evaluate the sources, values and validity of information, and to interpret it. Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility Graduates will understand and practice academic integrity and ethical behaviour and appreciate their ethical responsibilities towards colleagues, research subjects, the wider community and the environment. Lifelong Learning Graduates will have the skills to continue to investigate, evaluate issues and further their learning. The development of intellectual capacity and critical thinking skills will enable candidates to be able to research, write about and discuss a range of issues. These skills are transferable and essential lifelong skills. Independence and Collaboration Graduates will develop skills in independent study as well as the ability to work collaboratively. They will learn the importance of participating in discussions in a professional, respectful and ethical manner.