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Educational Leadership

Australian Catholic University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,960 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 18 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Queensland, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Educational Leadership at Australian Catholic University is a Master programme in Education over 18 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 Educational Leadership 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: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,960 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Melbourne, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Educational Leadership 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. Foundations of Educational Leadership
  2. Leading Self, Leading Communities
  3. Evidence in Contemporary Education
  4. Methods of Educational Research
  5. Overview of Educational Research
  6. Leading Educational Change
  7. Leading Spirituality
  8. Leadership in Catholic Schools
  9. Faith Leadership
  10. Governance in Catholic Educational Settings

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Bachelor degree
  • Official Academic Transcript(s): You must provide academic transcripts (and/or equivalent professional qualifications) for all current or previous study listed on your application. A transcript downloaded from a website is not acceptable.
  • Curriculum Vitae: Where work experience is part of the course entry requirements, you will be required to provide a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae with your online application.
  • English proficiency test results

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,960 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,960 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Australian Catholic University 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 Australian Catholic University

Australian Catholic University logo

Australian Catholic University

Queensland, Australia

university with six campuses across Australia

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months