Adult Education (GrDip)
Graduate Diploma (GrDip)
Offered by:Department of Education, Faculty of Arts & Science
Why pursue a Graduate Diploma in Adult Education?
The Graduate diploma in Adult Education is designed to enhance the practice of adult education (Andragogy) through the provision of formal study in the theoretical foundations, methods, techniques and problem solving for the professional adult educator working in a variety of settings.
You may specialize in an area of your own professional goals by selecting courses which reflect this interest. This program is an equally optimal entry for mature students returning to graduate work and who want to gain familiarity with graduate level studies before committing to a Master in Educational Studies program.
Join a diverse student body, originating from Québec, Canada and internationally, that is comprised of working professionals, educators and administrators in public and private schools, business and advertising managers and nurse educators among others.
Program details
For admission, a Bachelor's/Baccalaureate degree or equivalent is required. Entry into the program is based upon an assessment of the background and skills of the individual applicant. Applicants should be actively involved in some area of adult education or have the equivalent of one year's experience in the field, (for example, as group leader, trainer, nurse educator, volunteer worker, administrator in an academic institution, business, industry, government or community organization).
Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the Graduate Admission page for further information on the Language Proficiency requirements and exemptions.
- Credits. Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 30 credits.
- Courses. All candidates are required to complete the following courses: ADIP 500, 585 and 586 and
3 credits chosen from ADIP 501, 511, 512, 535, and
3 credits chosen from ADIP 513, 514, 515, 544, and
9 credits chosen from ADIP 510, 520, 530, 533, 540, 541, 542, 550, 551, 570, 572, 588, 589, 590, 597, 598, and 6 credits chosen from another graduate program, in consultation with the graduate program director or student advisor.
In special circumstances students may, in consultation with the graduate program director or student advisor, individualize their program of study within the standards set out by the School of Graduate Studies.
Prior to applying, please email us to request the Adult Education program booklet.
Your completed application will include:
- Application form and Fee
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three Letters of Reference and assessment form
- Statement of purpose (500-700 word limit) outlining the primary area or field of concentration and research goals
- Transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended
- Proof of Canadian citizenship (if applicable)
- Applicants whose primary language is not English, are required to submit official language test scores, unless exempted
Please apply online. Read the how-to guide for application procedures.
| DEGREE |
FALL (September) |
WINTER (January) |
SUMMER (May/June) |
| Adult Education | Diploma | Jan. 15* | Sept. 15 | n/a |
*Fall: Late applications may be considered until April 30.
Courses typically offered include:
- Adult education in Quebec and Canada
- Workshops for adult educators
- Concepts and values in adult education
- Issues in the practice in adult education
- Adults as learners
- Adult Education and Diversity
Consult the graduate calendar for a complete list of current courses.
Our faculty members are a diverse group of educators committed to excellence in teaching, research and community service. They are well known for their strong research profiles that inform their teaching and afford graduate students the opportunity to work on cutting edge research.
Faculty research interests include:
- staff development
- adult learning
- literacy
- learning in the workplace
- professional development
- self-directed learning
- human relations training
The Department of Education Interdisciplinary Graduate Student Association (DOEIGSA) supports initiatives that encourage student well-being in the department and the university at large. The DOEIGSA aims to engage students in social issues, inside and outside the university, which are pertinent to education.
The Graduate Symposium in the Department of Education (GSDE) is an annual event that invites students across Canada to present their research. The GSDE is a student-run conference and offers you the opportunity to learn more about presenting at an academic conference, grant applications and event planning.
Our alumni are employed in a range of education-related positions, as teachers and trainers, consultants, program developers and evaluators in educational institutions, industry and government, health care facilities, the military, community service agencies and the private sector.
The courses offered for the Diploma in Adult Education (ADIP) are cross-listed with either the third year level undergraduate (ADED/ADIP) courses or with the graduate ESTU courses (ADIP/ESTU). Therefore, the students who want to consider making a move to the MA in Educational Studies (ESTU) with the Adult Education concentration option are advised to take the courses cross-listed with ESTU (ADIP/ESTU).
