University Teaching (Grad.Cert.)
Graduate Certificate (Grad. Cert.)
Offered by:School of Graduate Studies
Admissions have been suspended
Program overview
The Graduate Certificate in University Teaching is designed for MFA students, doctoral candidates and post-doctoral fellows at Concordia who want to work at higher education institutions. Under the mentorship of faculty from the Department of Education and the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) you will gain a comprehensive understanding of pedagogical approaches in post-secondary education. You will explore both classic and contemporary theories of learning and instructional design, and receive advanced training in teaching strategies, course design and technology in the classroom. Students are guided by members of Concordia’s four faculties to develop and sharpen their teaching practices. By graduation, they will complete an application portfolio for tenure-track positions.
Program Details
- Concordia student currently completing either a PhD or an MFA (Studio Arts) at Concordia University OR registered postdoctoral fellow at Concordia University.
- Minimum CGPA of 3.00 on scale of 4.30 (or equivalent in last completed degree).
- Candidacy in degree program is a strong asset.
- Letter of support from the chair of the department.
- Completion of one teaching assistantship and identification of faculty member from discipline to act as teaching mentor.
- 500- to 750-word statement of their teaching philosophy, teaching experiences and a brief description of the course that they wish to teach as part of the internship requirement.
- 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 15 credits.
6 credits – Core Courses
ETEC 613 - Learning Theories (3 credits)
UNIT 601 - Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (3 credits)
3 credits – Design and Development of a University Course
UNIT 602 - Design and Development of a University Course (3 credits)
6 credits – Internship in University Teaching
UNIT 603 - Internship in University Teaching (6 credits)
- Documents that confirm your status as an MFA student, doctoral candidate or post-doctoral fellow at Concordia;
- Evidence that you are in good standing and on track for a timely completion of your program;
- Written letter of support by your supervisor;
- Proof that you have completed the Graduate Seminar in University Teaching and one teaching-assistantship;
- Letter of support from your teaching mentor;
- Letter of support from the Chair of the department in which the teaching internship will be completed;
- Teaching philosophy statement (500 to 750 words) should outline your teaching philosophy, teaching experiences and a brief description of the course that you wish to teach as part of the internship requirement.
Please apply online. Consult the handbook for more information.
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Core courses:
- Learning Theories
- Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
- Development of a University Course
- Internship in University Teaching
Consult the graduate calendar for complete details of the 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.
