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    Course outline
    • Qualification
      Graduate Certificate in Education
    • Duration

      Duration

      This course is 0.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
      6 months full-time, part-time
    • Credit

      Credit

      A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.
      100
    • CRICOS

      CRICOS

      The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) Code indicates a registered program offered to international students studying in Australia on student visas.
      102809K
    • Location

      Location

      The Curtin campuses or teaching locations where units of this course are offered.
      Curtin Perth
    Course outline

    Deadlines for applying direct to Curtin

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    Special Study Period 1, 2026

    4 August 2025

    Applications now closed!

    Special Study Period 3, 2026

    11 May 2026

    13 August 2026

    Special Study Period 1, 2027

    10 August 2026

    11 February 2027

    Special Study Period 3, 2027

    10 May 2027

    12 August 2027
    Course outline

    Overview

    Overview

    The Graduate Certificate in Education allows postgraduate students from a variety of disciplines to advance their knowledge and skills in the field of education. This flexible program allows you to choose course content that aligns to your interests and career aspirations. It covers fundamental understandings about learning and teaching in different contexts. By selecting course content with a specific area of educational focus, you will be well-placed to utilise this qualification to move onto further study in education, including seeking qualification as a school teacher. Customised programs for cohorts of students are also available.

    What you'll learn

    • apply discipline knowledge to curriculum and learning design, assessment and evaluation.
    • communicate in different pedagogical modalities to promote active and engaging learning experiences that meet the needs of diverse learners in specific contexts.
    • develop culturally competent, ethical and sustainable practices to create positive learning environments in the educational workplace.

    Admission criteria

    What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

    Specifically, applicants require a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline OR a minimum of a Diploma level qualification combined with relevant professional experience.

    English requirements

    Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

    You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

    IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

    Writing

    6.0

    Speaking

    6.0

    Reading

    6.0

    Listening

    6.0

    Overall band score

    6.5

    Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

    Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

    Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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    Fees and scholarships

    Australian and New Zealand student indicative fees

    2026 Fee year:

    $2,400*

    Commonwealth supported

    Commonwealth supported

    What is a Commonwealth supported place (CSP)?

    A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government. They pay part of the course fees directly to Curtin and then the student pays the remainder (referred to as the “student contribution amount”). The student can defer this fee to their HECS-HELP loan.

    All Australian students studying an undergraduate degree are automatically awarded a Commonwealth supported place. A limited number of Commonwealth supported places are also available for some postgraduate courses.

    Learn more about CSPs and whether you’re eligible by visiting the Australian Government’s StudyAssist website.

    Fees are indicative first year only and are subject to passage of legislation.

    *The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 100 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.

    This fee is a guide only. It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks – visit other fees and charges for more information. For more information on fees and to determine your eligibility for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP, please visit fee basics or the Study Assist website

    To be eligible for the Commonwealth supported fee:

    • Australian citizens must complete some of their course of study while residing in Australia.
    • Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens must be residing in Australia for the entire course.

    For further information on eligibility please refer to the Australian Government Study Assist website.

    If you’re not an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen, please see information for international students.

    Looking for more detail on the course structure?

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    Location

    For start dates, please view the academic calendar.

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    Curtin Perth

    2026

    Special Study Period 1
    • On campus
    • Online
    Special Study Period 3
    • On campus
    • Online

    2027

    Special Study Period 1
    • On campus
    • Online
    Special Study Period 3
    • On campus
    • Online

    All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.

    The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.

    How to apply

    Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

    Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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    • Curtin course code: GC-EDUC
    • CRICOS code: 102809K
    • Last updated on: 1 April 2026

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