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Educational Leadership Specialisation

Code SPAASO

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About this Specialisation

For current and aspiring educational leaders who value the importance of effective leadership and its impact on organisational success and student learning.

Provides the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to lead and support the evolving needs of educational settings. Engaging in this advanced coursework will enable students to gain a real-world understanding of educational leadership and develop their ability to provide skillful and authentic leadership practice in any educational setting.

Special entry requirements

All applicants are required to have 3 years experience in educational setting or organisation, with equivalents considered.

Code

SPAASO

Availability & Campus

Location Availability
City Campus
Joondalup
South West
Online
= Available

Details

Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
EPA6100Leading for Effectiveness, Improvement and Policies20
EPA6101Educational Administration, Management and Leadership20
EPA6102Leading Through Crises and Challenging Circumstances20

For more detailed unit information for this Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Student handbook

Notes

Learning Outcomes

  1. Critically apply educational theories and evidence-based research in a specialised area to contribute to inclusive and culturally responsive practice.
  2. Design innovative responses to complex educational challenges by applying contemporary knowledge and evaluating their potential impact locally and globally.
  3. Apply independence, adaptability, and professional judgement to support ongoing development and career growth.
  4. Communicate complex educational ideas effectively across diverse modes and for varied purposes, employing digital technologies ethically.

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities

Graduates from this specialisation can choose from a wide variety of positions that require leadership. The specialisation will prepare graduates for informal and formal leadership positions across all school systems (Government, independent and Catholic) as well as universities and early learning centres.

Possible future job titles

Teachers, Head of Learning Area (HOLA), Year Coordinator, Student Service Coordinator, Deputy Principal, Assistant Principal, Principal, Directors or supervisor

This Specialisation can be studied in the following courses

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