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Award courses

The study of assessment subjects reflects t he latest theoretical understanding, research methodology and analytical tools available in the field. Skills gained are cross-disciplinary and by their very nature are applicable to diverse fields or work. This study area assists professionals to move into roles as

• Psychometricians
• Behavioural science researchers
• Assessment consultants
• Policy makers
• Performance auditors
• Strategic planners
• Managers of large organisations

Study Options

A range of postgraduate course are offered in the field of assessment.

Doctorate of Education

Master of Assessment and Evaluation

Designed to enable graduates to design and manage assessment programs at a high level. The course prepares graduates to develop an advanced knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice in assessment.

Postgraduate Certificate of Assessment and Evaluation

This course introduces the key concepts, theories and skills underlying assessment, measurement and psychometrics and provides credits towards a Masters of Assessment and Evaluation. Most subjects are offered by online mode of delivery. The Postgraduate Certificate can be completed six months full time or one year part time.

Professional Development Opportunity in Psychometrics

Subjects in Assessment

The assessment specialist strand enables students to acquire state of the art skills in the design, development and application of assessment, measurement instruments and psychometrics for purposes related to research, learning, credentialing selection and policy development. More information regarding subjects in assessment is available online or from the student handbook.

Subjects in Evaluation


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