Melbourne Graduate School of Education Future Students

Study Student Wellbeing and Youth Studies with us

As a teacher you know how closely your students’ learning is linked to their social and emotional health. 

This course will help build your capacity to nurture the wellbeing of your students, work with them to resolve problems, contribute positively to their academic success and help develop school environments that promote the wellbeing of all students.

You will join other committed teachers to study in a stimulating and participatory learning environment.

Programs in Student Wellbeing and Youth Studies

Download the course brochure to find out how you can study Student Wellbeing and Youth Studies in 2012.

Please note, the handbook entries for the programs listed below are updated in October 2011.

Program Part time Full time  
Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Studies 1 year 6 months
Master of Education (Student Wellbeing) 2 years NA
Master of Education (by coursework) 2 years 1 year
Master of Education (by research) (thesis and coursework) 3 years 18 months
Doctor of Education (by research) 6 years 3 years
PhD 6 years 3 years

(NB. The differing lengths of the Masters programs are based on the previous qualifications/work experience of the applicant)

Staff in Student Wellbeing and Youth Health

The academics leading this area include Elizabeth Freeman, Desma Strong and Dr Helen Cahill. Learn more about the staff and their research areas.

Who is this program suitable for?

Programs in Student Wellbeing provide opportunity for all teachers and school leaders in primary, post-primary, special education, government and non-government schools and TAFE colleges to develop and enhance knowledge and skills to promote student wellbeing in schools. It is particularly useful for teachers with responsibilities for student care, such as year level coordinators, home group teachers and student welfare coordinators, and other professionals working with students.

Career Outcomes

By developing your knowledge and skills this specialist area will prepare you to take a leading role in designing, implementing and evaluating your institution’s student wellbeing policy, programs and practices, whether you work in the primary, secondary or tertiary education sector. 

While the program is relevant for all teachers it is especially useful for roles with particular responsibility for student care such as:

 

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