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Diploma of Reading Development and Instruction
Memorial University of Newfoundland
- St. John's, Canada
- 1.33 years
- English
- Online
- Diploma
About the program
A 1.33333-year course-based graduate diploma programme in Reading Development and Instruction at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Reading Development and Instruction can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
- Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Reading Development and Instruction Specialist
- Reading Development and Instruction Associate
Curriculum
- Short part-time diploma delivered online with bi-weekly synchronous meetings
- Four semesters or four courses depending on the stream. Entry needs a bachelor's degree at second class or 70%.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree of at least second-class standing
- Usually in the discipline or a cognate one (programme specific)
- Statement of interest
- Two references and CV
- English proficiency evidence unless the degree was taught in English. Grade guidance from source: Undergraduate science degree with at least second-class standing.
Accepted academic background
Undergraduate science degree (second-class minimum) with introductory microbiology and chemistry, Or a 3-year Canadian Diploma of Technology, Or equivalent work experience and education.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 83
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 60
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (if applicable)
- Personal Statement
- Curriculum Vitae.
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline. Apply online through the institution's official application portal
- Choose degree
- Route and semester
- pay the 120 CAD international application fee by Visa or Mastercard. Write the statement of interest and
- For research routes
- Name up to two possible supervisors. Upload transcripts
- Degree confirmation
- Two reference letters
- A CV and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 80
- IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 115 unless exempt). Add any programme-specific items
- Submit before the deadline.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $23,596, $4,792 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $120 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | St. John's |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Education |
| Department | Reading Development and Instruction |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 40 |
| Study pace | Flexible |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Graduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Aug 2027
274 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.33 years.
The next deadline is 15 Aug 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $23,596, $4,792 CAD per year. The application fee is $120 CAD. The deposit is $1,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $18,000 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 60, Cambridge 176.

