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University of Newcastle

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Graduate Certificate in Education

  • Graduate Certificate

If you are a practising teacher or educator with a passion for learning and desire to develop an advanced understanding of a variety of broad issues then the Graduate Certificate in Education is the program for you.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
0.5 year full-time, 3 years part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

If you are a practising teacher or educator with a passion for learning and desire to develop an advanced understanding of a variety of broad issues then the Graduate Certificate in Education is the program for you. This program will enhance your existing skills as an education professional, see you connect with the latest developments and research in the field, and move beyond the classroom to explore system-level issues and challenges. Upon graduation you will be positioned as an educational leader.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

The University of Newcastle's Graduate Certificate in Education is designed to propel students towards success in the teaching industry. You will study a range of progressive subjects geared around the theoretical and practical application of teaching and learning. The program will provide you with the practical expertise to lead teachers and ensure they provide the best learning experience for students. The program is structured with one core course and 30 units of directed courses.

The sole core course to support your drive and direction is Advanced Studies in Education.

In addition to the core course, students will have the choice to choose 30 units from multiple directed courses to support their studies. Some of these include, but are not limited to:

  • Power and Pedagogy
  • English for Special Purposes
  • Leading and Managing Educational Change

Upon completion of the above courses, you will have developed high-level leadership skills in teaching and learning within the education sector.

Program plans

Download a program plan for further details on your degree's structure and what courses you will study.

These program plans are applicable to new students. Current students should refer to the program handbook to access the plan relevant to the year they commenced.

  • 2021 - Grad Cert Education - Program Plan
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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at University of Newcastle.
92.2%
Overall satisfaction
87.7%
Skill scale
82.2%
Teaching scale
88.6%
Employed full-time
$89.2k
Average salary