The CSHE offers a range of professional development programs for the University of Melbourne staff at every stage of their career.
- New to the University
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Academic Staff Orientation
Academic Staff Orientation is a formal welcome and informative program for academic staff who are new to The University of Melbourne.
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Teaching at Melbourne
Teaching at Melbourne is an induction program that follows on from the Orientation to familiarise participants with the teaching and learning context at the University.
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Walking the shop: an historical walking tour of the Parkville campus of the University of Melbourne
This walking tour explores the history of the 172-year Parkville campus of the University of Melbourne, revealing the people and events that have shaped the University in the buildings and landscapes where they occurred.
- Early career
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The Melbourne Academy
The Melbourne Academy is a dedicated program of professional development for early career academics that explores the ways in which one’s education, research and leadership are evaluated at the University.
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Certificate in Small-Group Teaching (CSGT)
CSGT is a professional development program for those new to university teaching and those interested in solidifying their understanding of key principles and practices of effective teaching and learning.
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Skilled Facilitators Program
This program is designed for small-group educators who completed the Certificate in Small-Group Teaching. It provides small-group educators with the opportunity to demonstrate and document their sound conceptual and practical understanding of facilitating effective small-group learning in higher education.
- Mid career
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Melbourne Teaching Certificate (MTC)
MTC is designed for staff who have an education-related aspect to their role, and requires participants to reflect on their current teaching practices. It is a cohort-based program completed across one semester.
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Graduate Certificate in University Teaching (GCUT)
GCUT is an award course that combines research-based, theoretical seminars with practical exercises involving peer review and negotiated projects. It is offered part-time to complement participants’ current teaching practice and delivered online or in a mixed attendance mode.
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Leading Educational Quality and Innovation program
The Leading Educational Quality and Innovation (LEQI) program provides a comprehensive overview of the University’s educational strategy, policies, systems, and governance structures. It is designed to equip participants with key knowledge and skills related to higher education management, quality assurance and leading change.
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Melbourne Aspiring Leaders and Managers program
The Melbourne Aspiring Leaders and Managers (MALM) program is designed for new and aspiring managers (academic and professional) to develop their skills, knowledge and capacities to lead and manage effectively.
- All career stages
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Symposia on Higher Education Research Informed Practice
A series of half-day events providing opportunities to share research and scholarship on higher education.
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Higher Education Policy Seminars
These seminars aim to build capabilities for staff in areas specific to the operation of higher education and that are relevant to the University of Melbourne.