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(1) Under the Australian Higher Education Standards Framework the University is required to comply with the Qualifications Standards which are based on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). La Trobe University is a self-accrediting institution. (2) To provide guidance in ensuring that learning outcomes for awards of the University are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework. (4) La Trobe University is a self-accrediting institution, and adheres to the Australian Qualifications Framework. (5) Learning outcomes associated with the Australian Qualifications Framework are specified at award level. (6) Within an award, individual subjects may have learning outcomes that are at a lower level than those for the award, reflecting an expectation of progressively increasing complexity in skills and knowledge development throughout the award. There should be sufficient subjects studied at the exit level of the award to ensure learning outcomes at the appropriate level. (7) Higher Education courses taught at the University fall into Levels 5-10, with the nomenclature shown below. Notional duration is measured as Equivalent Full Time and does not preclude a shorter completion time as long as the relevant number of credit points is completed. (8) Following a 3 year Level 7 qualification in a non-cognate discipline, Masters degrees must be at least 2 years in duration. If the Level 7 qualification is in the same discipline area they may be 1.5 years. (9) Following a 4 year Level 8 qualification in a non-cognate discipline, Masters Degrees must be 1.5 years in duration. If in the same discipline area they may be 1 year. (10) In the case of graduate entry or conversion Masters degrees it is permissible to include up to four subjects with introductory content (knowledge) within a 2 year Masters award. These four subjects should have learning outcomes equivalent to no less than AQF level 7 (see also the Masters by Coursework Policy and Guidelines). (11) Graduate Diplomas and Certificates will have learning outcomes at Level 8 (The Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate qualification types do not exist under the revised (2011) AQF). (12) All doctoral degrees including professional doctorates must have learning outcomes at Level 10 and include a research component of at least 2 years or two-thirds Equivalent Full Time (EFT) resulting in a thesis, dissertation, exegesis or equivalent for independent examination by at least two external expert examiners of international standing. (13) In addition to consulting the AQF documentation, Colleges may seek assistance from the Office of the Executive Director, Quality and Standards. (14) For the purpose of this Policy and Procedure:Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Alignment Policy
Section 1 - Background and Purpose
Section 2 - Scope
Top of PageSection 3 - Policy Statement
Top of PageSection 4 - Procedures
Course Levels, Nomenclature and Notional Duration
Level 5
Diploma
1-2 yrs
Level 6
Associate Degree
2 yrs
Level 7
Bachelor Degree
3-4 yrs
Level 8
Graduate Diploma
Bachelor Honours
1-2 yrs
1 yr
Level 9
Masters Degree (Research)
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Masters Degree (Extended)1-2yrs
1-2 yrs
3-4 yrs
Level 10
Doctoral Degree
3-4 yrs
Masters Degree – Duration
Graduate Entry Masters Degrees
Graduate Diplomas and Certificates
Doctorates
Advice on Compliance
Section 5 - Definitions
Top of PageSection 6 - Stakeholders