Dr Charlotte Young
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2025 (30/06/2025 - 15/08/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Building upon your understanding of how students learn, this course aims to focus on your teaching practice in your context. This course aims to develop your knowledge, comprehension and application of skills in curriculum and assessment design and selection of pedagogies most appropriate to your discipline area. Drawing on knowledge from self-directed learning, you will apply theory to practice in the workshops in the context of UQ policies, educational technologies, and educational priorities. You will work collaboratively to identify potential areas in your course curriculum, assessment and pedagogy and your teaching practice that you might enhance. You will examine, reflect on and justify the use of curriculum design principles in relation to your own practice and that of others. The course offers an opportunity to select areas of practice that are most appropriate for your context or personal development. You will need a curriculum offering – such as a course, module, or professional development activity – that you can work on and develop throughout the course. This could be a new curriculum offering or redesign of an existing one, or an approved hypothetical scenario for development.
Successful completion of Curriculum Design at UQ (EDHE6002) and Teaching in Practice (EDHE6003) leads to conferral of HEA Fellowship.
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
EDHE6001
Recommended companion or co-requisite courses
We recommend completing the following courses at the same time:
EDHE6003
Restrictions
Restricted to Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice students. This course has a maximum quota of 50. Applicants who meet the prerequisites will be given first preference, followed by ranking based on appointment classification and type, with priority given to continuing staff.
Course staff
Course coordinator
Lecturer
Dr Charlotte Young
Mr Tim Magoffin
Dr Rachael Pitt
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to develop participants' knowledge, comprehension and application of skills in curriculum and assessment design and selection of pedagogies most appropriate to the participant's discipline area and areas of interest. The course is tailored to participant's unique teaching and learning environments to enhance student learning experiences, advance their academic career and evidence their impact. The course is intended to encourage participants to adopt scholarly approach to their teaching, recognising the breadth of characteristics involved in the development of teaching expertise in higher education across all career stages.
Successful completion of both Curriculum Design at UQ (EDHE6002) and Teaching in Practice (EDHE6003) leads to conferral of HEA Fellowship.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Critically evaluate curriculum, assessment and pedagogic practice in light of how students learn in specific higher education contexts
LO2.
Design engaging and inclusive learning activities and assessment
LO3.
Evaluate and enhance personal teaching practice
LO4.
Collaborate with members of a community of practice in teaching and learning at UQ.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Curriculum in context | Pass/Fail |
7/07/2025 9:00 am |
| Essay/ Critique | Assessment review | Pass/Fail |
11/07/2025 9:00 am |
| Presentation |
Showcase and reflection
|
Pass/Fail |
18/07/2025 9:00 am
Showcase will be held on 16 July in schedule class time. Showcase Reflection due 18 July at 9am. |
| Presentation |
Curriculum design presentation
|
Pass/Fail |
15/08/2025 9:00 am |
Assessment details
Curriculum in context
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
7/07/2025 9:00 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
In this assessment, you will prepare a briefing document that contextualises and informs the curriculum re-/design you are undertaking in this course. Your document should position the curriculum within its broader context, justify the need for re-/design, and consider key stakeholders involved in the process.
Your briefing document should draw on program preparatory work, initial readings, and discussions from class.
AI permitted use: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance. A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submit through the Turnitin link in your Blackboard Ultra course site. Refer to the grading rubric on the course BlackBoard Ultra site for assessment criteria.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
As this assessment is graded on a pass/fail basis, late submissions cannot be accepted for penalty marks. If you anticipate any difficulties meeting the due date, please contact the Course Coordinator as early as possible to discuss your options. Extensions may be granted in line with UQ’s assessment policy where appropriate.
Assessment review
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
11/07/2025 9:00 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
In this task, you will review an assessment task (excluding exams) to evaluate its alignment with learning outcomes, identify areas for improvement, and propose evidence-based enhancements. Your review should reflect PSF2023 values and knowledge and draw on pedagogical theory, educational research, and institutional policy.
If re-designing an existing course, choose an assessment from that course. If designing a new course, review an assessment from another course or consult your Course Coordinator for guidance.
AI permitted use: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance. A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submit through the Turnitin link in your Blackboard Ultra course site. Refer to the grading rubric on the course BlackBoard Ultra site for assessment criteria.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
As this assessment is graded on a pass/fail basis, late submissions cannot be accepted for penalty marks. If you anticipate any difficulties meeting the due date, please contact the Course Coordinator as early as possible to discuss your options. Extensions may be granted in line with UQ’s assessment policy where appropriate.
Showcase and reflection
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Oral, Written
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
18/07/2025 9:00 am
Showcase will be held on 16 July in schedule class time.
Showcase Reflection due 18 July at 9am.
- Other conditions
- Secure.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
The Showcase and Reflection assessment provides you with a collaborative opportunity to articulate, evaluate, and refine your curriculum (re)design through peer discussion, feedback, and critical reflection. This assessment has two parts:
Part 1: Showcase (20minutes). Share and justify your curriculum (re)design with peers, receive formative feedback, and engage in reflective discussion to inform your final presentation.
Part 2: Reflection (approximately 500 words). Reflect on your Showcase experience, summarise peer feedback, identify improvements to your design, and consider what you’ve learned from others’ presentations.
AI permitted use: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance. A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Showcase presented during scheduled class time.
Showcase Reflection submitted through the Turnitin link in your Blackboard Ultra course site. Refer to the grading rubric on the course BlackBoard Ultra site for assessment criteria.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
As this assessment is graded on a pass/fail basis, late submissions cannot be accepted for penalty marks. If you anticipate any difficulties meeting the due date, please contact the Course Coordinator as early as possible to discuss your options. Extensions may be granted in line with UQ’s assessment policy where appropriate.
Curriculum design presentation
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Oral, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
15/08/2025 9:00 am
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
As the final activity of the Curriculum Design at UQ course, you will create a pre-recorded presentation (10 minutes) discussing your curriculum re-/design.
Your audience includes peers, learning designers, and Teaching & Learning committee members, to whom you will justify your curriculum re-/design.
AI permitted use: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance. A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submit through the link in your Blackboard Ultra course site. Refer to the grading rubric on the course BlackBoard Ultra site for assessment criteria.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
As this assessment is graded on a pass/fail basis, late submissions cannot be accepted for penalty marks. If you anticipate any difficulties meeting the due date, please contact the Course Coordinator as early as possible to discuss your options. Extensions may be granted in line with UQ’s assessment policy where appropriate.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Pass/Fails | Description |
|---|---|
| Pass |
Course grade description: Demonstrated evidence of competency in meeting course learning objectives. To pass the course, you must achieve a PASS mark on all assessment items. |
| Fail |
Course grade description: Insufficient evidence of competency in meeting course learning objectives |
Additional course grading information
To pass the course, you must achieve a PASS mark on all assessment items.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (30 Jun - 06 Jul) |
Workshop |
Workshop 1 In this workshop we will cover course organisation, backwards design, 5 year dream and compelling questions Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04 |
Workshop |
Workshop 2 In this workshop we will cover learning outcomes and taxonomies and give you time to work on Assessment 1 Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
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Week 2 (07 Jul - 13 Jul) |
Workshop |
Workshop 3 In this workshop we will cover aligning learning outcomes and assessment principles Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Workshop |
Workshop 4 In this workshop we will cover assessment in practice and give you time to work on Assessment 2. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
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Workshop |
Workshop 5 In this workshop we will cover pedagogy principles and pedagogy in practice Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04 |
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Week 3 (14 Jul - 20 Jul) |
Applied Class |
Showcase In this workshop you will have the opportunity to showcase your project and receive feedback from your peers and guests. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments for Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.