Course Overview

About This Course

Ready to elevate your leadership in education? Swinburne's hybrid Master of Educational Leadership equips you with the skills to lead with confidence, clarity, and compassion. Learn from industry experts using the latest pedagogical innovations including master classes, personalised coaching, keynotes, and applied workshops. With a strong focus on behavioural neuroscience, this course enhances your efficacy and influence—making you the natural choice for leadership roles in the education sector.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

A Bachelor Honours degree (minimum 4 years of full-time study) in any discipline, or
A Bachelor degree (minimum 3 years of full-time study) in any discipline plus a minimum of 2 years work experience in a cognate discipline, or
A Higher Award than a Bachelor Degree in any discipline, or
A qualification deemed equivalent to any of the above.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0, or
Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above, or equivalent measures

Additional Notes:

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place.
Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Students can enhance their career opportunities by gaining additional leadership and management skills – an important asset in today's complex and changing business environment. The below examples demonstrate the types of roles graduates can attain: School principal, Head of year/department, Strategic planner, Consultant, Center director, State or government education leadership roles.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What skills will I develop in the Master of Educational Leadership?

The course develops a range of skills including leadership, emotional intelligence, empathy, communication, coaching, and facilitation. It also has a strong focus on behavioural neuroscience to enhance your efficacy and influence as an educational leader.

How is the Master of Educational Leadership delivered?

The course is delivered in a hybrid (multi-modal) format and is available full-time or part-time. It is based at Swinburne's Hawthorn campus and incorporates master classes, personalised coaching, keynotes, and applied workshops.

How much does the Master of Educational Leadership cost?

For 2026, the yearly domestic fee is $26,680 AUD (total course fee $26,680 AUD), while the Commonwealth Supported yearly fee is $4,738 AUD (total $4,738 AUD). For international students, the yearly fee is $35,240 AUD. Fees are estimates only and subject to change.

How many units do I need to complete to graduate?

To qualify for the award of Master of Educational Leadership, students must complete 100 credit points comprising four core units (100 credit points).

Is work-integrated learning included in the Master of Educational Leadership?

Yes. Each unit includes some sort of work integrated learning experience, allowing you to put your learning into real-world practice.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

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