Program Overview

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Graduate Certificate in Education

The Graduate Certificate in Education from Charles Sturt University is a fully online course designed to support and develop the careers of leaders across educational sectors and contexts. This course is part of an articulated program of study, allowing students to build on their study to achieve the desired level of qualification.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
• Duration: Minimum of 0.5 years, maximum of 1 year.
• Entry Score: To be announced.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Full fee $13,960.00, per 8-point subject $3,490.
  • Other fees vary based on student type and residency.
• Course Points and Codes: 32 credit points, AQF Level 8.
• Additional Information: Applications close February 12.

Why Study with Us?

With an emphasis on research embedded in professional practice, this course provides opportunities to expand professional knowledge and skills or explore an area of interest. Students can tailor their studies by selecting from a diverse range of subjects or choosing to specialize in an area of passion.

Tailor Your Studies

• General qualification allowing selection from diverse subjects.
• Option to specialize in an area of interest.

Flexible Online Study

• Online delivery for flexibility.
• Apply learning directly to a professional setting.

Contemporary Program

• Regularly reviewed by an external advisory committee.
• Ensures course content meets industry needs.

Join Our Community

• Strong international reputation and research profile in education and teaching.
• Learn from leading educators.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Education provides a career-enhancing qualification for various roles, including leadership positions, specialized teaching professionals, policy makers, education administrators, or educational researchers. Completion of this qualification can also provide an entry point into the Master of Education.

What You Will Study

For each 8-point subject, students should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week on assignments, readings, tutorials, research, and other activities. The course includes:

Essential Set (32 points)

• Core Subject (16 Credit Points):
  • EER515 Research Literacy for Educational Inquiry (8 credit points, includes workplace learning).
  • EEB507 First Nations Education: Knowing, Relating, Connecting (8 credit points).
• Restricted Electives (16 Credit Points): Select two subjects from a list including ESA501, ESA502, ESA504, ESC515, and EEB541.

Standard Enrolment Patterns

Refer to the handbook for specific enrolment patterns.

Study Link

Brush up on skills with short, online subjects that prepare students for university, covering topics like essay writing, grammar, maths, statistics, and chemistry.

Graduation Requirements

Students must continue to develop English language, literacy, and numeracy skills as appropriate to their discipline.

Costs

Fees vary based on student type and residency. Calculations are estimates and depend on the choice of subjects and their point value, whether the course allows full-time or part-time study, and the student's preferred study load.

Calculate My Fee

• Student Type: Domestic, International, Canadian, or UK student.
• Commence Year: The year the student intends to start.
• Study Mode: On-campus, online, or mixed mode.
• Location: Campus or online location.
• Fee Type: Commonwealth Supported, Full Fee Paying, or other.

Payment Options

• Pay all or part of the student contribution up front.
• Defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan (if eligible).

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: To be announced.
• Academic Entry Requirements:
  • A bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7 or equivalent) in any discipline, with a minimum of two years of professional experience in a field related to education.
  • Qualifications and/or professional experience deemed equivalent under the AQF.
• Language Requirements: As specified by the university.
• Inherent Requirements: Students must meet the inherent requirements of the course.

Credit and Pathways

If students have completed relevant tertiary study or have work experience related to their course, they may receive credit towards their degree. The university also offers several admission pathways for those who do not meet the entry requirements at first.

How to Apply

Applications can be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents can assist international students with the application process.

Related Courses

Other courses of interest may include the Master of Education (generic and with specializations).