Master of Digital Learning Leadership

2023 Deakin University Handbook

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Year	2023 course information
Award granted	Master of Digital Learning Leadership
Course Map	This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2023. This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2023. Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central.
Online	Yes
Duration	2 to 2.5 years part-time
Deakin course code	E798
Approval status	This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition	The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS – Please note that due to Australian Government regulations, student visas to enter Australia cannot be issued to students who enrol in Deakin online.

Course sub-headings

Course overview

The future of education is no longer paper-based – it’s digital and ever-changing. Develop the specialist skills and expert knowledge to lead educational organisations through change with the Master of Digital Learning Leadership.

Through this specialised online course, you’ll explore the theory of digital learning design, learn how to apply it in projects, developing a portfolio, as well as forming new industry connections.

Do you want to lead in the field of digital education?

While digital learning has been a growing force in the education industry for a number of years, there are few formal qualifications. Deakin’s masters degree allows professionals currently working in the field to have their experience professionally recognised, at the same time building on their knowledge with the latest research and best of industry practice.

You’ll reflect on the key skills needed to succeed and lead in digital education through micro-credentials – including the ability to problem-solve, collaborate effectively, engage with a range of cultures, think innovatively, and much more.

Then, in the research units, you’ll get the opportunity to learn how to conduct educational research and apply your digital learning practices to write a research paper with expert supervisors.

Indicative student workload

Successful students typically spend about 150-hours in learning and assessment for each one credit point unit. The time required to prepare evidence for credential assessment varies based on the student's existing documentation.

Career opportunities

Graduates find roles such as learning designers, learning technologists and learning assets developers in various educational providers and educational contexts. Many go on to secure leadership positions in schools, government and higher education.

For more information go to DeakinTALENT

Participation requirements

Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.

Fees and charges

Fees and charges vary depending on your course, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year, the units you choose and your study load.

Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.

Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. Further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods is available on our Current students fees website.

Course Learning Outcomes

Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes	Course Learning Outcomes
Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities	Capacity to use advanced technologies and specialised knowledge to create effective and engaging learning experiences across a wide range of disciplines and contexts
Communication	Using advanced design, analytics, visualisation, and instructional approaches to create accessible and engaging digital learning experiences
Digital literacy	Create compelling digital learning solutions using a range of channels appropriate to the users’ device and location
Critical thinking	Systematically investigate and critically evaluate new technologies, methodologies and theories of learning and teaching in online environments
Problem solving	Apply advanced problem solving skills to conceptualise, design, construct, test and validate innovative digital learning solutions
Self-management	Sustain self-directed professional development to keep pace with innovation and actively transfer advanced theory and skills into the creation of effective digital learning and teaching solutions
Teamwork	Use advanced technologies and media for professional collaboration and improve the individual and group learning and teaching experience
Global citizenship	Develop and manage learning strategies and systems sensitive to the ethical, social and cultural contexts and different user requirements
Approved by Faculty Board October 2016

Course rules

To qualify for the award of Master of Digital Learning Leadership, a student must successfully complete:

4 credit points
10 Professional Practice credentials and
AAI018 Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)

Course structure

Introductory Units

EEE740

Designing and Teaching Student-Centred Learning Programs in Higher Education

EDX701

Research Design Development and Method

EEE726 Digital Learning, Design and Assessment [No longer available for enrolment]

Credentials

Learn more about the details of each credential (PDF, 2.4MB)

Students must complete ten Professional Practice credentials.

Students must successfully complete the following Professional Practice credentials based on evidence from their own professional practice.

The credentials may be attempted separately or simultaneously and are assessed by an assessment panel that includes both academic and industry representatives.

You will have six months to complete a credential from the time of enrolment.

Credential	Code	Must have been achieved with the previous*
Digital Learning Professional Expertise 1 (Broad)	CRXBD-A1	5 years
Digital Learning Professional Expertise 2 (Deep)	CRXDD-A1	5 years
Critical thinking	CRCRI-A1	5 years
Communication	CRCOM-A1	5 years
Digital literacy	CRDIL-A1	5 years
Innovation	CRINN-A1	5 years
Problem solving	CRPSV-A1	5 years
Collaboration	CRCOL-A1^	5 years
Self Management	CRSMA-A1	5 years
Cultural Engagement	CRCEN-A1~	5 years

*Applicants who have not satisfied the level requirement, or who have successfully achieved the credential but not within the required timeframe may be permitted to seek re-credentialing.

^ Previously coded as CRTWK-A1

~ Previously coded as CRGCZ-A1