Postgraduate Certificate of Education in Learning Design and Technology (ODL)

Course Overview

The Postgraduate Certificate of Education in Learning Design and Technology (ODL) at Asia Pacific University (APU) is an online postgraduate programme designed to develop essential knowledge and practical skills in learning design, educational technology, and digital learning innovation. The programme provides learners with the foundational competencies required to create engaging, effective, and technology-enhanced learning experiences in modern educational and professional environments.

The programme introduces students to key concepts in learning sciences, instructional design, and digital technologies, enabling them to understand how technology can be integrated into teaching, training, and learning development. Students gain knowledge in areas such as digital learning environments, learning design, innovative assessment methods, and emerging educational technologies to support effective and inclusive learning experiences.

Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical application, students develop the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate learning solutions across different educational and training contexts. The programme strengthens creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional skills required to support digital transformation and innovation in education.

Delivered through the Online Distance Learning (ODL) mode, the programme provides flexibility for working professionals and learners to study anytime and anywhere while balancing their career and personal commitments. It is suitable for teachers, educators, trainers, instructional designers, learning technology professionals, and individuals seeking to develop expertise in digital learning and educational innovation.

General Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or an equivalent qualification accepted by the APU Senate; or

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 but below 2.50, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; or

• A Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, subject to passing the prerequisite courses; or

• A Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, subject to a rigorous internal assessment and successful completion of prerequisite courses.

Additional Requirement

• Applicants without an Education-related Bachelor’s degree are required to complete the prerequisite modules before continuing in the programme.