Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Secondary - Drama

The key aim of this program is to enable students to become confident, knowledgeable, and inspiring teachers of Drama. The program provides opportunities for students to explore the theory and practice of Drama education through a range of lectures, workshops, and tutorials, and to develop their expertise in the classroom through two school placements.

The course will provide students with an awareness of the theoretical foundations of the subject, of strategies for teaching and learning in Drama, and of current issues surrounding Drama education. Workshops will enable students to explore a range of practical processes and approaches. Regular tutorials enable students to receive individual support from tutors. Tutors on the program are experienced teachers of Drama and researchers in Drama education.

During school placements, students benefit from working alongside experienced Drama teachers. Students have opportunities to observe excellent teaching before experimenting with approaches to teaching and learning across the secondary age range, during which time they are supervised and supported by teachers and tutors.