We have a strong commitment to the development of educational and organisational leaders. The Master of Guidance and Counselling course provides work skills to help fulfil your professional and personal aspirations. The program is accredited in Australia by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and in Singapore by the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

1. 1 university • 2 countries • 3 tropical locationsCreating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide through graduates and discoveries that make a difference. EducationBachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) Master of EducationMaster of Guidance and CounsellingGraduate Certificate of Career DevelopmentGraduate Certificate of Research MethodsJames

2. JCU Singapore is fully owned by James Cook University Australia. The university is ranked in the top 4%* of universities in the world. It established JCU Singapore in 2003 as part of its expressed intent of internationalising its activities and offers a suite of university level programs at the Singapore campus including Business, IT, Psychology and Education.
Additionally, JCU Singapore offers courses at the pre-university level, specifically designed to provide pathways for students who are unable to immediately meet university entrance standards.
JCU Singapore campuses are located at Upper Thomson and at Ang Mo Kio. Both provide students with access to a full range of facilities and services to support their learning. These include lecture and seminar rooms, library and associated study facilities, computer laboratories, and access to a variety of sporting facilities. In order to ensure that students have ready access to LearnJCU, our technology based learning management system, all students are provided with an iPad** when they commence their course.
JCU Inter-campus Mobility Program
JCU Singapore provides the opportunity for students to study in Singapore and in Australia and yet still remain as Singapore based students paying their fees in Singapore currency. This is a unique program in Asia and is only able to operate because the university operates across both countries. The program is designed to ensure the students get the best possible outcomes from their years of study with the university.
* The Academic Ranking of World Universities, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 2013
** Provisions apply
JCU Singapore
Established in 2003

3. James Cook University’s School of Education has
provided world class education programs for 40 years.
Note: International students in Singapore on a Student Pass are not permitted to work. For more information please visit www.ica.gov.sg
JCU Singapore is EduTrust Certified. The EduTrust certification scheme is administered by the Council for Private Education (CPE) a statutory board formed in 2009. EduTrust requires all
students to be covered under a Fee Protection Scheme. In JCU Singapore, this is provided through an insurance protection scheme. Further, EduTrust also requires that the students must
be covered under a medical insurance coverage which has provision for hospitalisation, surgery and treatment costs throughout their course duration. JCU Singapore will advise in the
Standard Student Contract the total amount of insurance payable.
For more details please visit the CPE website: www.cpe.gov.sg
It has a strong commitment to the development of educational and organisational leaders.
All the courses are internationally recognised and identical to the ones awarded in JCU Australia.

4. Teaching can be one of the most satisfying and
rewarding careers. The School of Education
at JCU offers world-class teacher education.
JCU offers excellent support for teaching
students including accessible teaching staff,
micro teaching and computer laboratories and
excellent library and research resources.
Our Bachelor of Education is an Australian approved
teacher education program. As a JCU Education
graduate, you will have the skills and qualifications
to seek employment across Australia, Singapore*
and beyond.
Early childhood is a highly specialised field that
focuses on the education of children from birth to
age 8 with a special focus on Kindergarten, Prep and
Years 1-3.
* Based on the current programme outline, graduates from this programme would
meet the Early Childhood Development Agency’s professional qualification
requirements for teacher certification.
Bachelor of Education
(Early Childhood Education)
Career prospects
Early childhood teachers work in schools, preschools and childcare
centres. Teaching is a portable qualification and teachers are in demand
throughout Singapore, Australia and overseas.
Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in
Europe, Asia and North America.
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Duration: 3 years full-time | 6 years part-time
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
(full-time: normally 4 subjects per trimester
part-time: normally 2 subjects per trimester)
Intake: June
Total Tuition Fees: S$51,275
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will
be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.

5. Any 1 of the following subjects:
Effective Writing
Introduction to Counselling
Australian Society: An Introduction to Sociology
Anthropology: Cultural Diversity in
Global Perspective
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Course Structure
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 4
Foundations of Education
Foundations of Language and Literacy in Education
Foundations of Educational Psychology
Foundations of Sustainability in Education
Foundations of Mathematics and Numeracy in Education
Indigenous Australian World Views 1: Survival, Identity and Cultural Diversity
Technologies for Early Childhood Education
Second Year Professional Experience (Singapore)
Teaching for Learning 1
Education for Cultural Diversity
Health and Physical Education for Early Childhood
Early Childhood Mathematics and Numeracy 1
Early Childhood Language and Literacy 1
Early Childhood Education and Care 1
Technnologies Across the Early Childhood Education Curriculum
Third Year Professional Experience (Singapore)
Humanities and Social Science Education for Early Childhood
Science Education for Early Childhood
Teaching for Learning 2 (ECE)
Arts Education for Early Childhood
Inclusive Education for Special Needs
Early Childhood Education and Care 2
Teaching ESL to Indigenous Students
Fourth Year Professional Experience A (Singapore)*
Fourth Year Professional Experience B (Singapore)*
Teaching for Learning 3 (ECE)
Early Childhood Language and Literacy 2
Early Childhood Mathematics and Numeracy 2
Service Learning for Sustainable Futures
Indigenous Futures
Teaching for Learning 4
Students need to complete the following subjects:
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Additional Completion Requirement
41 days of Professional Experience must be undertaken in Australia for students to be eligible for a Bachelor of Education
(Early Childhood Education) degree. Travel costs and living expenses in Australia will be at students’ own cost.

6. Career prospects
The Master of Guidance and Counselling degree equips graduates with the skills, confidence and knowledge to become a professional counsellor in a variety of locations and settings.
Duration: 24 months
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year | take 1-4 subjects per trimester
Intakes: February, June & October
Total Tuition Fees: S$33,705
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.
This program is only available for Singapore citizens, Singapore PR or Dependant Pass Holders
This course is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) in Australia and in Singapore by the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC), giving graduates the ability to pursue careers in both countries as well as internationally.
This course embodies work skills to help students fulfil their professional and personal aspirations.
Study Program
Students are required to complete 12 subjects
(36 credit points) based on availability and scheduling.
8 core subjects (24 credit points):
Foundations of Counselling Theory
Foundations of Counselling Practice
Advanced Counselling
Assessment
Atypical Development
Careers and Leisure Guidance & Counselling
Reflective Practice in Guidance & Counselling
Practicum in Guidance and Counselling
4 subjects (12 credit points) from the
Master of Education offerings
(Students may also choose to study one subject from the Business
or IT disciplines in place of a Master of Education subject.)
Master of Guidance and Counselling
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Advanced Standing
Students may be granted advanced standing if, in addition to meeting the entry requirements, they have a minimum of two years full time relevant working experience.
Course Requirements
•
Each 3 credit point subject requires a minimum of 130 hours of study time per trimester including one 25-hour intensive contact block.
•
Practicum consists of 130 hours of practice (100 hours minimum face-to-face counselling) over a period of 2 trimesters.
•
Practicum placement assistance is provided by the University
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7. The Master of Education is designed for teachers,
managers, policy makers, and educational
professionals wanting to deepen their knowledge
and understanding of educational theory, practice,
policy and process.
This qualification does not lead to registration as a
teacher in schools.
Study Program
Students are required to complete 8 subjects
(24 credit points) based on availability and
scheduling.
Educational Leadership and Management
Behaviour Management
Issues in the Education and Care of Young Children
Research in Early Childhood Education
Introduction to Educational Research
Research Proposal and Ethics
Research Dissertation*
*This subject consists of 6 credit points, equal to 2 subjects
or
Students may also select subjects from the Master of Guidance and
Counselling, provided they meet the selection criteria for the subjects.
Master of Education
Career prospects
Graduates move into leadership, management and administration
positions within schools and other organisations, gain academic
appointments and take appointments as educational consultants and
researchers.
Duration: 16 months part time; 12 months full time
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year | take 1-4 subjects per trimester
Intakes: February, June & October
Total Tuition Fees: $22,470
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will
be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.
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8. Graduate Certificate
of Career Development
Career prospects
Graduates will have a specialisation in career development
counselling.
Duration: 12 months
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
Intakes: February, June & October
Total Tuition Fees: S$11,556
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will
be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.
This course is designed for those who want to
work in career education, career guidance and
career counselling.
The Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA)
has endorsed the Graduate Certificate of Career
Development delivered by James Cook University as
meeting the Professional Standards for Australian
Career Development Practitioners.
This course can also be completed in conjunction
with the Master of Guidance and Counselling.
Study Program
Students are required to complete 3 core subjects
(12 credit points)
Foundations of Counselling Theory
Careers and Leisure Guidance & Counselling
Career Development Portfolio*
*This subject consists of 6 credit points, equal to 2 subjects
Students who have successfully completed a Master of Guidance and
Counselling degree or postgraduate equivalent may apply for advanced
standing for the core subjects Foundations of Counselling Theory and
Career and Leisure Guidance and Counselling.
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9. Graduate Certificate
of Research Methods
(Arts, Education and Social Sciences)
Career prospects
This program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to
progress to a Higher Degree by Research program.
Duration: 12 months
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
Intake: February
Total Tuition Fees: S$11,556
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the breakdown will
be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.
The Graduate Certificate of Research Methods
is for graduates from any discipline who do not
have the appropriate research experience to
meet the entry requirements for higher degree
programs at James Cook University.
This course gives graduates sufficient research
experience to enter many postgraduate research
programs at James Cook University.
Study Program
Students are required to complete 3 core subjects
(12 credit points):
Introduction to Educational Research
Research Proposal and Ethics
Research Dissertation*
*This subject consists of 6 credit points, equal to 2 subjects
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10. Entry Requirements
• A minimum of at least four years academic and/or professional
experience in a cognate discipline
• Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to
Qualifications in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF level
9) Guidelines for Masters degrees. (Further information on AQF can be
found at www.aqf.edu.au)
English Requirements
• IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)/TOEFL iBT 90 (with
minimum writing score of 21) and above; or
• Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study
in English medium may satisfy the English language requirement on a
case-by-case basis.
Entry Requirements
• Completion of an appropriate three-year undergraduate degree from
this or another university
• Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to
Qualifications in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF level
9) Guidelines for Masters degrees. (Further information on AQF can be
found at www.aqf.edu.au)
English Requirements
• IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)/TOEFL iBT 90 (with
minimum writing score of 21) and above; or
• Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study
in English medium may satisfy the English language requirement on a
case-by-case basis.
Entry Requirements
• Satisfactory completion of 12 years of schooling or equivalent
English Requirements
• All students must meet minimum literacy standards as required by
the Queensland College of Teachers.
• IELTS 7.0 (no component lower than 7.0)/TOEFL iBT 100 (with
minimum writing score of 23) and above; or
• Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study
in English medium may satisfy the English Language Requirement
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Education
Master of Guidance and Counselling
Master of Education
Graduate Certificate of Career Development
& Graduate Certificate of Research Methods
Entry Requirements
• Successful completion of a recognised undergraduate degree
• Entry requirements for this course are consistent with the Pathways to
Qualifications in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF level
8) Guidelines for Masters degrees. (Further information on AQF can be
found at www.aqf.edu.au)
Desirable Requirements
(Applicable to Graduate Certificate of Research Methods only)
• Students achieve a credit average in their undergraduate degree
English Requirements
• IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)/TOEFL iBT 90 (with
minimum writing score of 21) and above; or
• Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study
in English medium may satisfy the English language requirement on a
case-by-case basis.
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11. “The MGC qualification complements my
background in education and gives me the
flexibility of working internationally and offers
a guidance component, which is essential for
practicing as a counsellor.
The individualised support that JCU gives each
student is exemplary. The administration and
academic staff are accessible and often go out
of their way to assist.”
Sarah
Mangelsdorf
Master of Guidance and Counselling
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12. Your Local Representative: Cook University Australia offers pathway, undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the JCU Singapore campus. This publication is intended as a general guide. The information is correct at the time of printing. JCU Singapore reserves the right to alter any course contents or admission requirements without prior notice. Printed SIN09/14James Cook University, Australia CRICOS Provider Code 00117JJames Cook Australia Institute of Higher LearningCPE Registration No. 200100786K | Period of registration: 13 July 2014 to 12 July 2018Upper Thomson Campus 600 Upper Thomson Road Singapore 574421Ang Mo Kio Campus 10 Ang Mo Kio Street 54 Singapore 569184T +65 6576 6833 | F +65 6455 2833 | E enquiries-singapore@jcu.edu.au | W www.jcu.edu.sg