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Graduate Diploma in Education (Senior Years)

Queensland University of Technology
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Tuition AUD 12,700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 3,100 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree Postgraduate Diploma
Duration 12 months
Deadline 2026-01-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Brisbane City, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Education (Senior Years) at Queensland University of Technology is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Education over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Education (Senior Years) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 12,700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 3,100 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  6. Location: Brisbane, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Education (Senior Years) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Dance Education
  2. Drama Education
  3. English Education
  4. Film and Media Education
  5. Mathematics Education
  6. Music (Secondary) Education
  7. Science Education (Biology)
  8. Science Education (Chemistry)
  9. Science Education (Earth Science)
  10. Science Education (Physics)
  11. Science Education (Science Studies)
  12. Social Education (Geography)
  13. Social Education (History)
  14. Visual Arts Education

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Prerequisite: Prior Study

Completion of a non-education degree (or equivalent) that required the minimum of three years of study in that course and does not lead to teacher registration.

Completed graduate diplomas, masters and/or doctorates are the accepted equivalents.

Prerequisite: Learning/Teaching Area Requirements

Successful completion of a six or more units (three quarters of one year of full-time study) in a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree (or higher) in one nominated teaching area. You should also have completed four or more units (half of one year of full-time study) in another nominated teaching area.

Note: Only the first teaching area will be listed on the QTAC offer letter and on the academic transcript.


English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 12,700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 3,100 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 12,700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 3,100 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Queensland University of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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Queensland University of Technology

Brisbane City, Australia

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2026-01-18
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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