OVERVIEW

The Curriculum Framework Project is a Higher Education initiative to: 

• Define a compelling vision of student learning at Swinburne in 2010;

• Develop and prioritize a set of Key Curriculum Areas as the basis for reform of coursework programs in Higher Education, and

• Plan and carry out a Curriculum Framework (timeline and recommendations) by which the sector can progressively implement curriculum renewal based on the Key Curriculum Areas over the next five years. 

Institutional curriculum renewal through Swinburne’s Curriculum Framework Project is cross-disciplinary in nature, focused on a Model for Professional Learning which emphasises real world learning experiences within a supportive environment, integrated with skills development in order to prepare graduates to make the transition to professional practice.

The Swinburne Professional Learning model is based upon a conceptualisation of curriculum as purposeful, coherent, evidence-based and transformative, rather than additive. Curriculum design and implementation encompass the planned learning opportunities offered to learners, together with the experiences they encounter and the skills and expertise they develop when curriculum is implemented, and includes consideration all aspects of the learning environment designed to support learners. (Angelo, 2007, Print, 1987, Scott, 2006)

The CFP presents an opportunity to adopt innovative educational approaches across the Higher Education Division capitalising on our industry connections and research activities. The CFP approaches will be marketed as a key feature of the unique Swinburne experience and be designed to be adaptable for use in international contexts.

The Curriculum Framework Project will ensure that Swinburne students receive a distinctive learning experience leading to enhanced opportunities. Furthermore, the CFP will promote Swinburne University as an educational environment which is distinguished from those of competitor universities. This vision will be achieved by adding value to students' learning, to their employment prospects on graduation, and to their options for the future.

Curriculum Framework Project Management Group:
The Curriculum Framework Project Management Group is the Deputy Deans' Committee:

Deputy Deans' Committee
Terms of Reference, membership, meeting schedule and minutes

PROJECT REPORTS

		CFP Progress Report - 2007
		CFP Progress Report - 2006
		CFP Progress Report - 2005
		CFP Planning Period Report and Recommendations

Angelo, T. (2007), discussion at Curriculum Round Table Meeting, Sydney, 12 Sept 2007, (unpublished)
Print, M. (1987), Curriculum Development and Design. Sydney: Allen & Unwin, p.4.
Scott, G. (2006), Accessing The Student Voice: Using CEQuery to identify what retains students and promotes engagement in productive learning in Australian higher education, DEST Report, 2006. Downloadable from http://www.dest.gov.au/sectors/higher_education/publications_resources/profiles/documents/accessing_pdf.htm (Retrieved 30/1/08)