Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education Pedagogy
Program Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education Pedagogy is designed to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to design and deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences in higher education settings.
Program Objectives
Develop a comprehensive understanding of higher education pedagogy and its application in diverse teaching contexts.
Acquire skills in designing and delivering effective teaching and learning experiences.
Foster critical thinking, reflection, and scholarship in teaching practices.
Develop leadership and mentoring skills to support colleagues in teaching and learning endeavors.
Program Structure
The program consists of 10 modules, each worth 3 credits, totaling 30 credits.
Module 1: Introduction to Higher Education Pedagogy (3 credits)
Module 2: Designing Effective Teaching and Learning Experiences (3 credits)
Module 3: Teaching and Learning in Diverse Contexts (3 credits)
Module 4: Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education (3 credits)
Module 5: Critical Thinking and Reflection in Teaching Practices (3 credits)
Module 6: Leadership and Mentoring in Teaching and Learning (3 credits)
Module 7: Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (3 credits)
Module 8: Higher Education Teaching (3 credits)
Module 9: Online Teaching and Presentations (3 credits)
Module 10: Final Project Supervision (3 credits)
Program Delivery
The program will be delivered through a combination of:
Online learning modules
Workshops and seminars
Peer mentoring and coaching
Program Assessment
Assessment will be based on:
Module assignments and quizzes
Participation in online discussions and face-to-face workshops
Program Duration
The program will be completed within 6 months.
The self-pace nature of the program makes it possible to be completed in less than 6 months
Entry Requirements
Applicants should:
Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent
Have at least 2 years of teaching experience in a higher education setting
Demonstrate English language proficiency
Target Audience
The program is designed for:
Higher education teachers and instructors
Faculty developers and educational consultants
Academic administrators and leaders
Program Fees
The program fee will be FREE, which includes:
All course materials and resources
Access to online learning platform
Workshops and seminars
