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University of Newcastle

  • 16% international / 84% domestic

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
Course Code
40139, 096749E
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$17,960 per year / $17,960 total
ATAR
81

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

Newcastle - Callaghan

Online Study

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.

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Career pathways

The University of Newcastle's Graduate Certificate in Education prepares you with the skills and knowledge to build on your current teaching experience and pursue a career in educational leadership. You'll graduate ready to apply your in-depth knowledge of teaching practices in the professional environment and can embark on some of the following career pathways:

  • higher education teacher within TAFEs and university sectors
  • education consultant within TAFEs, universities or schools
  • leadership, coordination, specialist or professional development positions in school systems

You can also take your postgraduate qualification to the next level, opening up further career opportunities with the Master of Education at the University of Newcastle.

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