Course Overview

About This Course

The Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies is a postgraduate qualification offered by The University of Melbourne in the field of Curriculum and Education Studies. The program is delivered over 52 weeks and is designed for students seeking advanced study in education at the graduate diploma level.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3006

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

AUD $48,992 (2026 indicative first year fee)

Duration

2 years full time / 4 years part time (exit after 1 year)

Intakes

March, July

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

A three-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline
English language requirement: IELTS 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
Note: this is an exit award from Year 1 of the Master of TESOL and cannot be applied for directly

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Exit award from Year 1 (100 points) of the Master of TESOL; cannot be applied for directly
High demand for English teachers globally; graduates are versatile candidates for EAL teaching roles in Australia or overseas
Note: does not itself provide an initial teacher qualification to register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units2 units

Year 1 compulsory subjects

6 compulsory subjects (4 in Semester 1, 2 in Semester 2) covering TESOL research, methodology and assessment — see the Handbook for the full current subject list.

Year 1 elective subjects

2 elective subjects, completed in Semester 2 alongside the remaining compulsory subjects.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the University of Melbourne offer a Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies?

Based on the search results page provided, the University of Melbourne does not appear to list a Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies among its courses. The search returned 192 results for that query, but the specific Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies was not displayed in the visible results.

What similar education-related graduate diplomas does the University of Melbourne offer?

The University of Melbourne offers related graduate diploma programs including the Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching, which is available in 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time with intakes in January, April, and October at Parkville in a mixed attendance mode.

How many education courses does the University of Melbourne offer at the graduate coursework level?

According to the search results page, the University of Melbourne offers 40 courses in the Education study area, with 160 graduate coursework courses available across all disciplines.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $105,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $105,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Early Childhood TeacherPrimary School TeacherSecondary School TeacherSpecial Education TeacherTeacher Librarian

Key Skills

Lesson planning and curriculum design aligned to the Australian CurriculumDifferentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needsClassroom management and positive behaviour supportFormative and summative assessment design and analysisInclusive education practices for students with disabilities and additional needs

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