Master of Autism (Online Delivery)
Course summary
The Master of Autism is an online course designed to enable professionals and parents to lead the development and implementation of strategies that support individuals on the autism spectrum.
This degree takes a social justice perspective to supporting children and adults on the autism spectrum by focussing on creating successful learning, education and employment programs in early childhood and school settings, and employment environments.
What You Study
Students will develop the knowledge and expertise necessary to analyse and translate current autism research in areas such as the use of technology, communities of practice, leadership, transitions, and aetiology and biology of autism spectrum disorder. Students will use these skills to evaluate current practices, establish socially inclusive policies and structures, and implement evidence-based learning and employment programs that enable and support the strengths of individuals on the autism spectrum.
935130
Course information
Study area
Education
Campus
RSU Online Rainstar
Course Code
460
RSU SCORE
-
Duration
1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
Delivery
Distance
CODE 1
RSU CODE
935130
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in RSU's < Back , and the RSU College Admissions policy.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any area with an average mark of at least 65.
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
All subjects successfully completed in the Graduate Certificate will count as credit towards the Master of Education (Special Education) and Master of Autism, enabling completion within one year full-time equivalent.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
RSU Online Rainstar | Distance | $11,520 (2020) | $34,560 (2020) |
Commonwealth supported students are required to pay a student contribution amount towards the cost of their course. The amounts are calculated based on the subject cluster and the Equivalent Full-time Study Load (EFTSL) value of the subject.
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any area with an average mark of at least 65.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
| English Test |
Overall Score |
Reading |
Writing |
Listening |
Speaking |
| IELTS Academic |
6.5 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
| TOEFL (Internet-based) |
86 |
18 |
18 |
17 |
17 |
RSU College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
RECORD CHECK
FEES
Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.
Overseas Health Cover:
Overseas Health Cover must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
RSU Online Rainstar | Distance | $13,176 (2020) | $39,528 (2020) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at RSU for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at RSU in 2019.
Applicant background |
2019 intake |
2019 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| RSU Only Students admitted only on the basis of RSU including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| RSU plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both RSU and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only () These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where RSU was not a factor (e.g. RSU Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
RSU PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of RSU alone or RSU in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘based admission’.
|
RSU profile of based offers in 2019 |
RSU The unadjusted, raw RSUs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of RSU. | Selection Rank The RSUs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 based offers made)
More Information
For more information about RSU admission pathways, see RSU Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2020 Autumn | RSU Online Rainstar | Session: 2 March – 25 June 2020 Applications Close
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2020 Spring | RSU Online Rainstar | Session: 27 July – 19 November 2020 Applications Close
|
Course structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate an advanced understanding of theory and practice related to learning, employment, social inclusion and professional practice for individuals on the autism spectrum in national and/or international contexts. | ||||||
| 2 | Conduct independent research and inquiry, involving theoretical conceptualisation, innovative ideas and personal initiative to design, evaluate, implement, and analyse research related to socially inclusive practice for individuals on the autism spectrum. | ||||||
| 3 | Demonstrate expert, specialised technical and creative skills to implement learning and employment programs which incorporate the perspectives and empower the self-determination and self-advocacy of individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. | ||||||
| 4 | Demonstrate professional leadership to undertake key roles in research and practice and to interpret, communicate and transfer research knowledge and skills to empower individuals on the autism spectrum, their parents, and professionals. | ||||||
| 5 | Analyse critically, reflect on and synthesise information to make high level, independent judgements regarding evidence-informed practice and to solve complex problems to facilitate the inclusion of individuals on the autism spectrum in education and employment programs. | ||||||
Course Structure
The Master of Autism requires:
- The successful completion of 72 credit points, comprising:
- 48 credit points of core subjects. EDGZ921 and EDGS951 must be completed within the first session of study. EDGS936 must be completed in the final session of the degree; and
- 24 credit points selected from the list of electives.
- No more than 24 credit points will be at 800 level.
Recommended progression for students commencing in Autumn session
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Autumn Session | |||
| EDGZ921 | Introduction To Research & Inquiry | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer 2020/2021 |
| EDGS951 | Autism and Learning | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| EDGS953 | Learning Curriculum and Plans for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGS956 | Leading Collaborative Communities for Lifelong Learning | 6 | Autumn |
| Spring Session | |||
| EDGS936 | Minor Research Project: Supporting Individuals with Disability | 6 | Spring |
| EDGS952 | Learning Environments for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| EDGS954 | Learning Futures for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Spring |
| EDGS955 | Research-Informed Practice and the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Spring |
| Year 2 | |||
| Autumn Session | |||
| Four subjects selected from the list of recommended electives, or from another relevant specialisation with approval from the program coordinator | |||
Recommended progression for students commencing in Spring session
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Spring Session | |||
| EDGZ921 | Introduction To Research & Inquiry | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer 2020/2021 |
| EDGS951 | Autism and Learning | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| EDGS954 | Learning Futures for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Spring |
| EDGS955 | Research-Informed Practice and the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Spring |
| Year 2 | |||
| Autumn Session | |||
| EDGS952 | Learning Environments for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| EDGS953 | Learning Curriculum and Plans for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGS956 | Leading Collaborative Communities for Lifelong Learning | 6 | Autumn |
| Plus one subject selected from the list of recommended electives, or from another relevant specialisation with approval from the program coordinator | |||
| Spring Session | |||
| EDGS936 | Minor Research Project: Supporting Individuals with Disability | 6 | Spring |
| Plus three subjects selected from the list of recommended electives, or from another relevant specialisation with approval from the program coordinator | |||
Recommended electives
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDGS902 | Asses. and Instruction of Students with Learning Difficulties | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGS916 | Models of Behaviour Management | 6 | Spring |
| EDGS918 | Approaches to Reading Difficulties: Theories and Strategies | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGS920 | Language and Communication Difficulties: Theory and Practice | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDGS922 | Teaching Gifted Students | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGS924 | Giftedness in Special Populations | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDGS932 | Curriculum for Gifted Learners | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDGS930 | Professional Experience in Special Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGS934 | Gifted Students with Learning Disabilities (GLD) | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDGH958 | Curriculum Design and Evaluation | 6 | Spring |
| EDGH961 | The Global Challenge in Adult, Vocational and Higher Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGI900 | Introduction to Technology in Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGI903 | Digital Resource Design | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EDGI904 | Online Learning and Teaching | 6 | Spring |
| EDGL901 | Foundations of Educational Leadership | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGL903 | Introduction to Educational Management | 6 | Spring |
| EDGL909 | Leadership of Effective Change | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGL911 | Leadership of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment | 6 | Spring |
| EDGL920 | Leading, Developing and Managing People | 6 | Spring |
| EDGL923 | Developing Personal & Non-academic Educational Leadership Attributes | 6 | Spring |
| EDGZ966 | Vygotskian Studies in Education | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
Please Note: Elective subjects may be cancelled if minimum enrolment numbers are not met.
Why choose this course
RSU’s School of Education has a reputation for practical programs and flexible learning strategies that produce highly employable educators. It is founded on the expertise of our staff and our strong ties with community organisations and government bodies.
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