Macquarie University

Graduate Certificate in Education

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Changing educational environments present diverse challenges and opportunities for teachers. Developing your professional knowledge and skills at an advanced level can prepare you to respond effectively to such challenges. The Graduate Certificate of Education will develop your understanding of educational principles, pedagogy, practice and policy in selected areas. It offers you opportunities to refine and enhance your knowledge and skills in three key areas: accessing the most up-to-date sources of research and scholarship in your specialist area, analysing and synthesising highly technical literature, and effectively communicating the results to both academic and non-academic audiences.

Delivery mode

Macquarie University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Level 24, 123 Pitt Street (Angel Place), Sydney
  • 4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry Qualifications: Depending on your prior qualifications, work experience, or other recognized prior learning, you may qualify for entry to this degree at the admission point below.

  • AQF Level 7 Bachelor's Qualification or Recognized Equivalent, and two years (full-time equivalent) of relevant work experience

Related Fields for Prior Qualifications:

  • Anthropology
  • Arts
  • Education
  • Economics
  • Environment
  • Health
  • Business Management
  • Sciences
  • Politics
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • Welfare

Relevant Experience: Working with children from birth to 18 years; in early childhood settings, schools, and tertiary institutions focusing on children and families; and includes both government and non-government organizations.

Recognition of Prior Learning: With recognition of prior learning (RPL), you could get credit for your prior study and experience, reducing the duration of your studies. Credit is awarded for formal and informal or non-formal learning. You’ll need to apply for RPL once you receive your offer to study at Macquarie.

English Language Requirements: When applying to study at Macquarie University, you’re required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.

You may satisfy the English language requirements by:

  1. Passing an approved English language test at the required level
  2. Holding a qualification from an approved country with English as the language of instruction

The Required Standard of English: IELTS Band Overall 6.5

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $12,000 $17,900 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$12,000
Standard Tuition:
$17,900
Full Fee Tuition:
$12,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$17,900
Enquire with Macquarie University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $12,000 $17,900 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Education will prepare you for the following roles.

Assistant Principal

An Assistant Principal supports the principal in managing the daily operations of a school. You might work in a primary or secondary school setting...

Avg yearly income $144,300
Entry barriers Low

Education Consultant

An Education Consultant provides expert advice on educational programmes and policies to schools, institutions, or individuals. You might work with...

Avg yearly income $71,656
Entry barriers Low

Learning Designer

A Learning Designer develops learning materials and training programs to meet the needs of various industries. You might develop training materials...

Avg yearly income $101,400
Entry barriers Low

Lead Teacher

A Lead Teacher oversees the educational activities within a classroom or educational facility, ensuring that students receive high-quality instruct...

Avg yearly income $86,632
Entry barriers Low

University Professor

University Professors are academic professionals who teach at colleges and universities. They usually teach at least one full class in the academic...

Avg yearly income $156,000
Entry barriers Low

High School Teacher

A High School Teacher teaches students at a secondary school. You’ll usually focus on particular subject areas and may teach across a range of year...

Avg yearly income $100,100
Entry barriers Low

About Macquarie University

Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.

Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspectives and effect change.

Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community – a place of constant stimulus and human interaction. Together, we advance world-class theoretical thinking and translate it into real-world solutions.

We’re connecting people across the most diverse fields of knowledge to create bold new possibilities: for their careers, intellectual endeavours, enterprises and the common good.