Postgraduate

Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies

Add depth and breadth to your previous education qualification.

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Address

Student Central

The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009

Telephone

131 UWA (131 892)

International

(+61 8) 6488 1000

Hours

8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday - Friday

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Career Pathways

This course will enhance your education credentials and will give you the knowledge and skills to take your career to the next level.
This course will enhance your education credentials and will give you the knowledge and skills to take your career to the next level.

Further Study

Following the successful completion of this course, you may choose to further your studies by enrolling into the Master of Education.
Following the successful completion of this course, you may choose to further your studies by enrolling into the Master of Education.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course.

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Commonwealth Supported Place $10,248.76

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

International Student Fees

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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor of Education, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA or a three-year teaching qualification from a recognised teacher training institution;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

Developed for teachers with three years experience in the workforce, the diploma will add depth and breadth to your previous qualification.

About the course

Developed for teachers with three years' experience in the workforce, the diploma will add depth and breadth to your previous qualification.
Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies

Quick details

Status
  • Available 2017
Locations
Attendance
Delivery
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) for full time.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 30330
CRICOS code
  • 042570G
Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies
Status
  • Available 2017
Locations
Attendance
Delivery
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) for full time.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 30330
CRICOS code
  • 042570G
Full time/part time duration
  • 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Option
Take units to the value of 48 points.