Diploma of Education

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.

Course Learning Outcomes

GA1: Intellectual rigour Exercise judgement to identify problems and contribute to their solutions in defined educational settings.

GA2: Creativity Apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills within defined contexts in the field of education.

GA3: Ethical practice Apply ethical and sustainable values and practices within defined educational contexts.

GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Apply academic knowledge and skills to communicate information, concepts, and solutions, individually and/or in a team within defined educational contexts. Exercise judgement to identify problems and contribute to their solutions in defined educational settings.

GA5: Lifelong learning Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work in defined educational contexts.

GA6: Communication and social skills Apply academic knowledge and skills to communicate information, concepts, and solutions, individually and/or in a team within defined educational contexts.

GA7: Cultural competence Demonstrate an awareness of diverse cultural perspectives within defined educational contexts.

Keen to explore where a career in education and teaching can take you?

The Diploma of Education is a one-year (full-time or part-time equivalent) course that equips students with foundational knowledge and skills in education. The course is a pathway to study for a professional career pathway in education. Students choose a specialisation in either Primary, Secondary or Technology Secondary teaching to shape their studies. The course develops students' knowledge, skills and capabilities for further education and can also serve as a pathway to direct employment in various paraprofessional roles.

Diploma of Education graduates are eligible for entry and up to eight units of credit towards the Bachelor of Education.

This course is offered through SCU College, where we understand that students have diverse experiences and ways of learning. The College supports your study success and connects you to your peers through additional workshops to develop academic and study skills.

Please note that Online students in the Secondary specialisation (STEM pathway) must undertake compulsory on-campus residentials for some units.

Recommended study pattern

All students choose a specialisation in either:

• Primary
• Secondary; or
• Technology Secondary.

Please note: Online students in the Secondary specialisation (STEM pathway) must undertake compulsory on-campus Residentials for some units.

Award requirements

To be eligible to receive the Diploma of Education, students must complete 8 units (96 credit points), comprising:

• One specialisation in Primary or Secondary or Technology Secondary.

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Indicative total fee $8,000

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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ATAR 45 or equivalent.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows:

Overall – 6.5

• Listening - minimum 6.5
• Reading - minimum 6.0
• Speaking - minimum 6.5
• Writing - minimum 6.0

Diploma of Education graduates are eligible for entry and up to eight units of credit towards the Bachelor of Education and the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.

Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit for knowledge and skills you have already acquired. Credit gained through prior learning, experiences and qualification can reduce the duration and cost of your course.