The Renwick Centre offers a range of postgraduate programs, either on-site, or through flexible or distance education. Award programs can be tailored to focus on:
- Hearing impairment
- Vision impairment
- Multiple disabilities
All degrees are awards of the University
of Newcastle. Students enrol through the University and must meet
its criteria for admission and progression. A limited number of scholarships 
are
also available through the University of Newcastle.
Course descriptions are provided below, together with links to more information. You can also download the 2009 Student handbook (PDF) which also includes the course timetable, listing courses running in semesters 1 and/or 2, 2009.
Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies - Specialising in Auditory-Verbal Practice
Entry requirements: Candidates must hold at least a Diploma of Teaching or other equivalent qualification. Persons with other relevant qualifications will be considered.
Course structure: The Graduate Certificate program consists of four courses (single semester subjects) and may be completed in one semester or up to four semesters. More...
Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies - Specialising in Hearing or Vision Impairment
Entry requirements: Candidates must hold at least a Diploma of Teaching or other equivalent qualification. Persons with other relevant qualifications will be considered.
Course structure: In order to qualify for the award, candidates must complete 40 units of course work in special education. More...
Master of Special Education - Specialising in Hearing or Vision Impairment
Entry requirements: Candidates must hold the degree of Bachelor of Education or a Bachelors degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (e.g. BA, DipEd) or equivalent qualifications. Two years of teaching or other relevant professional experience in education is highly recommended. Candidates who do not meet the normal entry requirements may qualify for entry by completing a Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies as preliminary studies.
Course structure: In order to qualify for the award, candidates must complete 80 units of course work in Special Education in the areas of Vision or Hearing Impairment. More...
Master of Special Education (Honours)
A Master of Special Education (Honours) degree is also available. This Program requires the completion of a 40 unit research strand (includes a minor thesis) in addition to the 80 units of the Master of Special Education. More...
You can also study a higher degree by research, in particular a Master of Philosophy , or a Doctor of Philosophy:
- Master of Philosophy - This research degree is for students who have completed a Bachelors degree in Education or equivalent degree. The degree of Master of Philosophy is awarded for a significant contribution to the field as exemplified by a program of advanced study leading to the submission of a thesis.
- Doctor of Philosophy - The Doctor of Philosophy is a highly specialised research degree for students planning a career in research or higher education. The degree is awarded for an original and significant contribution of merit achieved through a program of advanced study as described in a thesis.
More information about research degrees offered through the University of Newcastle .
Check individual subjects for fees.
