Course Summary
Our Masters programme has been designed to meet the needs of practitioners and educators who support adults’ learners in a variety of contexts. This may include Learning and Development specialists, role holders in Human Resources department, instructional designers, self-employed trainers or lecturers in higher education.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will need a Level 8 Primary degree in their area of expertise.
Applicants are also required to have lecturing or training experience with adult learners. The minimum experience requirement for the Masters is 50 hours. Students must have a minimum of 2 hours practice during the course of the programme. This is to facilitate peer and tutor observation sessions.
Accreditation of Prior Learning and Prior Experience (APL/APEL):
The Faculty welcomes applications from those who may not fulfil the above eligibility requirements however they may have prior academic and/or professional learning experience which may be relevant to the programme.
Applicants who wish to be considered are requested to indicate this at the time of application and we will be happy to examine all of the relevant documentation accordingly.
English Language
Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.
Application Details
How to Apply
Students who wish to apply for this course may apply directly to Griffith College.
Students will be required to submit a copy of the following documents:
• Proof of Identification i.e. a copy of your Passport or Driving Licence
• Primary degree Award Certificate and/or Transcripts
• An updated C.V.
• Evidence of lecturing or training experience i.e. a reference letter from the person/organisation facilitating your lecturing/training practice, or a copy of your timetable.
If you do not currently have these documents, you can apply now and email a copy of the documents to [email protected]
Intake Dates: September 2025
Fees
Please see link to course fee below.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Career Progression
Students who complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Training and Education may go on to complete the MA in Education, Learning and Development.
Career Progression
Through the MA in Education, Learning and Development, you will have gained specialist skills to support and inform your role as an educator and practitioner.
On completion, you will be a confident, agile professional who can demonstrate your expertise in designing, implementing and evaluating effective and engaging learning programmes for your learners, participants or clients.
Having gained these skills, you will be well positioned for a promotion or for career advancement within the field of education, learning and development.