Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies at The University of Western Australia 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 Educational Studies 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 634 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
- Location: Perth, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- GradDipEdSt Major Paper
- Art Curriculum I
- English Curriculum I
- Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Curriculum I
- Mathematics Curriculum I
- Career Development Curriculum I
- Information and Communication Technology Curriculum I
- Science Curriculum I
- Humanities and Social Sciences Curriculum I
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Curriculum I
- Special Education Curriculum I
- School Psychology I
- Secondary Music Curriculum 1
- Studio Teaching and Musical Leadership 1
- Physical Education Curriculum I
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:
(a) a relevant bachelor\'s degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;\xc2\xa0
or
(b) a three-year teaching qualification from a recognised teacher training institution.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 634 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 634 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Western Australia 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.
About The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in Crawley, Western Australia, Australia. UWA was established in 1911 by an act of the Parliament of Western Australia.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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