TORRENS UNIVERSITY AUSTRALIA · AUSTRALIA
Graduate Certificate of Education
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At a glance
6 mo
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Certificate
Level
- AQF Level 8Qualification Level
- 0.5 Year full-timeDuration
- Online, On campus, BlendedStudy Mode
- Sydney, Melbourne, OnlineCampus Locations
- 4 core subjectsCourse Structure
- No formal examsAssessment Type
The Graduate Certificate of Education is designed to prepare you for leadership roles within the diverse field of education. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge across various sectors. Utilizing a design-thinking approach, it focuses on analysing educational issues and opportunities, providing a strong foundation in research related to inclusion, leadership, and social justice. You will learn to drive change in program, policy, and project design through case study analysis and research, developing collaborative thinking and problem-solving abilities. This interdisciplinary program can serve as a standalone qualification or a pathway to further study in education.
Curriculum
The Graduate Certificate of Education comprises 4 core subjects. Each subject requires approximately 10 hours of study per week, with three hours of facilitated learning and seven hours of self-directed study. Assessments typically include activity-based assignments or online quizzes, with no formal exams.
- Core Subjects
- Technology and EducationTED403
- Educational Contexts and Professional IdentitiesECP404
- Design ThinkingEEDUSD402
- Social Justice in ActionEEDUSD400
Careers
This program prepares graduates for advanced roles within the education sector, focusing on leadership and management, policy development, consultancy, and academia. Opportunities exist within governmental and non-governmental education organizations, both locally and globally.
- Education Lead
- Consultancy
- Policy Development
- Education Services
- Community Development Project Officer
Entry requirements
Graduate Certificate of EducationAQF Level 8 qualification.
International students on a student visa are required to study full-time (minimum 1.0 EFTSL per year) and must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, studying at least one face-to-face subject each study period.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please refer to the domestic course fee schedule for costs. Specific international student fees are not detailed on the program page.
Tuition (home)Refer to the domestic course fee schedule.
LivingNot specified.
Eligible Australian students may defer tuition fees through FEE-HELP.
How to apply
1. Start Online ApplicationBegin the application process through the Torrens University online application portal.
2. Submit Required DocumentsUpload all necessary academic transcripts, identification, and any other supporting documents as requested.
3. Receive OfferUpon successful assessment of your application, you will receive an offer of admission.
4. Accept Offer and EnrolAccept the offer and complete the enrolment process to secure your place in the course.
Scholarships
Education ScholarshipsNot specified
Accreditation
This is an AQF Level 8 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd.