The University of Sydney
Graduate Diploma in Education Studies
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationChoose units of study to suit your interests or specialise in your chosen field from our offerings in educational management and leadership, educational psychology, international education, special and inclusive education, sports coaching, and teaching English to speakers of other languages.
This diploma is designed to develop and support the careers of trained teachers who are teaching professionals, educational administrators, researchers and policymakers.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission to candidature requires:
- a Bachelor of Education from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification and either the completion of postgraduate studies, or professional experience equivalent to one year full-time in a field considered by the Faculty to be appropriate to the program of study; or
- a bachelor's degree and either the Graduate Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification; or
- a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification, and either the completion of postgraduate studies, or professional experience equivalent to two years full-time, in a field considered by the School to be appropriate to the program of studies.
Admission to candidature requires:
- a Bachelor of Education from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification and either the completion of postgraduate studies, or professional experience equivalent to one year full-time in a field considered by the Faculty to be appropriate to the program of study; or
- a bachelor's degree and either the Graduate Diploma in Education or Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification; or
- a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification, and either the completion of postgraduate studies, or professional experience equivalent to two years full-time, in a field considered by the School to be appropriate to the program of studies.
If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course:
- IELTS score: A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
- TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing
- Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 61 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band
Course fees
$23,250
$37,125
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Education Studies will prepare you for the following roles.
Curriculum Developer
A Curriculum Developer designs and updates educational programs for schools, universities, or training institutions. You might work in an education...
Education Consultant
An Education Consultant provides expert advice on educational programmes and policies to schools, institutions, or individuals. You might work with...
Education Coordinator
An Education Coordinator oversees and supports educational programmes within an institution or organisation. You might work in schools, colleges, o...
Education Researcher
An Education Researcher studies educational practices and trends to inform teaching strategies. You may work in academic institutions or government...
Educational Administrator
An Educational Administrator manages the administrative operations within an educational institution, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning. Yo...
Instructional Designer
An Instructional Designer develops learning programs for workplace training or vocational education. You might create training programs for your ow...
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