Adult Education (GrDip)
Graduate Diploma (GrDip)
Offered by:Department of Education, Faculty of Arts & Science
Program overview
The Graduate diploma in Adult Education is designed to enhance the practice of adult education (Andragogy) through a study of the theories and techniques available to adult educators. The program is well-suited to mature students who wish to return to graduate level studies after a hiatus and to those who plan on doing a Master's in Educational Studies. You may specialize in an area of your choosing by selecting courses which reflect your professional interests. Students enrolled in the program include school administrators, business managers and nursing educators, among many other professions.
Program details
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Active involvement in some area of adult education or the equivalent of one year’s experience in the field (e.g., as group leader, trainer, nurse educator, volunteer worker or 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.
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 30 credits.
9 credits – Required Courses
ADIP 500 - Adult Education in Quebec as a Field of Study (3 credits)
ADIP 585 - Integrative Internship I (3 credits)
ADIP 586 - Integrative Internship II (3 credits)
3 credits – Chosen from
ADIP 501 - Philosophical Issues in Educational Research (3 credits)
ADIP 511 - Educational Problems in Philosophical Perspective (3 credits)
ADIP 512 - Educational Problems in Historical Perspective (3 credits)
ADIP 535 - Studies in Educational Change (3 credits)
3 credits – Chosen from
ADIP 513 - Anthropological Concepts and Methods in Education (3 credits)
ADIP 514 - Social Psychological Foundations of Education (3 credits)
ADIP 515 - Research Issues and Methodologies in Education (3 credits)
ADIP 544 - School and Society (3 credits)
9 credits – Chosen from
ADIP 510 - Adult Education in Quebec and Canada (3 credits)
ADIP 520 - Adults as Learners (3 credits)
ADIP 530 - Roles and Competencies of Adult Educators (3 credits)
ADIP 533 - Facilitating Adult Learning (3 credits)
ADIP 540 - Introduction to Research in Adult Education (3 credits)
ADIP 541 - Designing Adult Learning Projects (3 credits)
ADIP 542 - Evaluating Adult Learning Projects (3 credits)
ADIP 550 - Reflective Practice I (3 credits)
ADIP 551 - Introduction to Administration of Adult Education Programs (3 credits)
ADIP 570 - Workshops for Adult Educators (3 credits)
ADIP 572 - Concepts and Values in Adult Education (3 credits)
ADIP 588 - Advanced Topics in Adult Education (3 credits)
ADIP 589 - Advanced Topics in Adult Education (3 credits)
ADIP 590 - Issues in the Practice of Adult Education (3 credits)
ADIP 597 - Adult Education I - Selected Topics (3 credits)
ADIP 598 - Adult Education II - Selected Topics (3 credits)
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 | Dec. 1 | Aug. 1 | n/a |
| Late applications are being accepted until July 15. | ||||
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.
Important information about admissions
Please be advised that Concordia University does not process admissions or fee payments through third parties for our degree programs.
All applicants are advised to ensure that they are communicating directly with the university for admissions and fee payments.
