Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Intersectionality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Graduate Certificate in Intersectionality, Diversity and Inclusion from Charles Sturt University is designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge to build truly inclusive organisations and communities. This groundbreaking course is the first of its kind in Australia and offers a nuanced understanding of how discrimination happens and how to combat it.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting on March 2, 2026
• Duration: Minimum of 1 year, maximum of 3 years
• Entry Score: To Be Announced (TBA)
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: $13,960.00 per annum (full-time), $6,980.00 per annum (part-time)
  • Note: Fees are indicative only and based on full-time study
• Course Points and Codes: 32 credit points, AQF Level 8
• Cricos: Details not specified

Why Study with Us?

Lead the change by building your foundational knowledge of intersectionality, the groundbreaking way of delivering equity, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of society. This course equips you to be an agent of change, leading your organisation into a new future. You will dive into real-world scenarios to learn practical skills and contemporary theory, then apply them in your workplace to increase diversity and inclusion.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Intersectionality, Diversity and Inclusion is an ideal qualification for every professional wanting to enhance their workplace's diversity and inclusiveness. It is suitable for individuals from any industry seeking to build on their previous studies or work experience.

What You Will Study

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

• Essential Set (32 points):
  • Core subjects (26 credit points)
    • HCS412: Intersectionality - Contemporary Theory for Practice (8 credit points)
    • HCS413: The Intersectionality Walk (2 credit points)
    • HCS419: Intersectionality at Work (16 credit points)
  • Restricted electives (6 credit points): Choose three subjects from a list including Intersectionality and Social Identity, Intersectionality and Inclusion, Applying an Intersectional Lens to Research, Adaptive Leadership for Intersectionality, and Intersectionality and Communication

Costs

• Calculate My Fee: Fees vary based on student type, commencement year, study mode, and location
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all or part of your student contribution up front
  • Defer your fees via a HECS-HELP loan (if eligible)
• Session Availability: This course is offered in multiple sessions for enrolment

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: TBA
• Academic Entry Requirements:
  • Completion of an Australian university bachelor degree in any area, or equivalent
  • Alternatively, a minimum of 5 years' professional work experience equivalent to a bachelor qualification
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply
• Inherent Requirements: Details not specified

Credit and Pathways

If you've completed relevant tertiary study or have work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Charles Sturt University also offers several admission pathways to help you meet the entry requirements.

How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. You can apply via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents are also available to assist international students with the application process.