Graduate Diploma in Education (Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies)
Program Information
The Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies (CTLS) program provides opportunities for students to investigate pertinent issues in these interrelated areas from a variety of perspectives: philosophical, historical, social, cultural, cognitive, and technological. The conceptual bases of curriculum, teaching, and learning are explored and analysed along with related examples of historical and current policies and practices. The program encourages the development of broad-based insights into issues related to these areas through an emphasis on critical inquiry and reflective practice. It supports students in the development and enhancement of research capabilities and professional expertise and practice.
The Graduate Diploma in Education (Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies) provides students with an opportunity to further study and expand their knowledge in this area.
Application Deadline
The next application deadline is August 15, 2026 for Winter 2027. Winter intake is open to domestic applicants only.
Program Details
Program Requirements
Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma program are required to complete any four courses in the CTLS suite of courses.
Please visit the link provided in the table below to learn more about the Graduate Diploma in Education (Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies) program requirements.
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Credential Laddering
Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma program may request transfer to the Master of Education (Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies) program prior to graduation.
Students holding the Graduate Diploma in Education (CTLS) and accepted to the M.Ed (CTLS) program will complete up to 12 fewer credit hours dependent upon the chosen program route and the completion date of the Diploma.
Program Cost
Please refer to Graduate Tuition and Fees for general information and the School of Graduate Studies Minimum Expense form for detailed tuition, special fee, and other program cost information.
Admission
Application Deadline
The Graduate Diploma in Education (Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies) program has two intake cycles per year.
- Winter Intake
- The application deadline is August 15 for the Winter semester (January start date).
- Intake for the Winter semester is open to domestic applicants only.
- Fall Intake
- The application deadline is February 1 for the Fall semester (September start date).
- Intake for the Fall semester is open to both domestic and international applicants.
Please refer to application submission deadlines.
Admission and Application Information
Please visit the links provided in the table below to learn more about the Graduate Diploma in Education (Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies) admission/application regulations and requirements.
For admission, students must meet the requirements specified by each of the School of Graduate Studies, the Faculty of Education, the Graduate Diploma in Education (Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Studies) program, AND the International Credential Evaluation Requirements (if applicable).
Applicants with credentials awarded by universities or institutions outside of Canada or the United States are required to submit a World Education Services (WES) Course by Course Evaluation Report along with their other application documents. Applicants who do not submit the WES Course by Course Evaluation Report will be considered incomplete and rejected on this basis.
- Deferral Requests. Students accepted to programs without caps on enrollment (Curriculum, Teaching & Learning Studies, Educational Leadership Studies, Educational Technology & Post-Secondary Studies), are advised that the graduate office does not accept deferral requests unless there are extenuating circumstances and supporting documentation. In such cases, a maximum of one deferral for one semester may be granted. Files will be kept for a one year period, which enable students to ask to be reconsidered for a competition within that timeframe at no additional cost.
- Confirmation of Work Experience. Students are required to submit an official letter from the school district office/employer verifying work experience. This letter should indicate total number of teaching days accumulated, as a minimum of two years of teaching (or related) experience is recommended for admission for most programs. Please have this information forwarded to the School of Graduate Studies by the deadline date.
- Educational Leave. If you are considering applying for educational leave in order to pursue a Master of Education program, you should first apply to the program. If you are not granted educational leave, but are accepted to the program, you can commence your studies on a part-time basis.
Interested?
Submit Your Application
Students are required to apply online to have information formally assessed. Applications and official supporting documents are to be submitted to the School of Graduate Studies by the application deadline. Complete detailed application packages are expected by the deadline date. Applications may be submitted online by following the process outlined at School of Graduate Studies - Apply to Memorial.
Admission Inquiries for Graduate Programs
Address:
Faculty of Education, Office of Academic Programs
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's, NL
A1B 3X8
Email:
edgradadmiss@mun.ca
Telephone:
(709) 864-8587