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The Graduate Diploma of Education is a one year diploma (full-time or part-time equivalent) that offers graduates of disciplines other than education a qualification to teach in a secondary school.
Specialisation units are generally delivered by practising teachers who bring their first-hand teaching experience to the course. School-based, professional experience enables student teachers to put theory into practice as they observe and reflect on the dynamics of the classroom. This experience also enables students to become acquainted with the formal and informal aspects of what occurs in classroom and secondary schools.
All core education units can be studied by distance education, but students are required to attend a two-day workshop in Lismore or Coffs Harbour in session one and session two.
Graduates typically work as teachers nationally and internationally. In addition to teaching in secondary schools, graduates also work in a range of training and development settings in industry, the public service, the arts, and in tourist resorts as recreational or activities officers.
This course is approved by the NSW Institute of Teachers and is nationally recognised. Graduates of the course meet the qualification requirements for accreditation/registration as a teacher in schools across all Australian states and territories.
Usually, teacher education qualifications approved in New South Wales are recognised internationally, but students need to check with potential employers and teacher registration authorities in other countries regarding accreditation requirements.
Students complete a program of practical in-school teaching experiences throughout the course to demonstrate their independent and professional capabilities as secondary school teachers.
Students study one of the following curriculum specialisations:
* The English and Science specialisations each require attendance at a two-day Lismore workshop in session one and session two. Contact the School of Education if you have any further queries.
To qualify for the Graduate Diploma of Education a total of 96 credit points (usually 8 units) must be completed.
Please note that some majors and units may not be available at each location. Unit availabilities are published for each study period and vary from year to year. Please contact the School for further information.
For course rules and a full list of units, please refer to the Specific Award Rules below.
| Locations | ||
| Distance Education | Unavailable | |
| Lismore | Session 1 | |
| Coffs Harbour | Session 1 | |
| Gold Coast Southern Cross Drive, Bilinga |
Session 1 | |
| Course Duration | 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | |
| Fees and Charges | • Domestic fees (Commonwealth supported places are available) • International fees • Additional fee information |
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| School | School of Education | |
| Admission, Enrolment and General Enquiries | scu.edu.au/enquiries | |
| Further Information | Domestic applicants: Ph: 1800 626 481 International applicants: Ph: +61 2 6620 3876; E: intoff@scu.edu.au |
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| Total Units: | Award Abbreviation: | 2013 ATAR equivalent/OP: |
| 8 | GradDipEd | Graduate entry |
| UAC Course Code | QTAC Course Code | CRICOS Course Code |
| Coffs Harbour: 872151 Gold Coast: 872164 Lismore: 872111 |
Coffs Harbour: 058251 Gold Coast: 058361 Lismore: 058111 |
Coffs Harbour NSW: 016191A Gold Coast QLD: 078418G Lismore NSW: 016191A |
Lectures, tutorials, workshops, professional experience in schools, online discussion forums. All of the core education units can be studied by distance education or on campus.
MySCU is a student’s point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies.
The web-based program Blackboard Collaborate delivers advanced on-line learning environments for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces and classrooms. They can share files, presentations, and applications. If the session is recorded, students can view it afterwards.
Learning materials include the provision of unit information guides, study guides and books of readings. Students may need to purchase or access prescribed text books.
The SCU library provides a wide range of services including librarian assistance, print and electronic resources, a document delivery service, catalogues, databases, ebooks, ereadings, and full-text journal literature.
The Academic Skills Development team supports student learning by offering online and on-campus academic skills workshops, email, phone, and one-on-one support.
The assessment methods used in this course vary from unit to unit. Most units have progressive assessment with marks typically allocated across a combination of assessment tasks due at different times during the study period. Some units may also include a formal examination at the end of the study period. Assessment requirements for each unit are advised in writing to students at the commencement of each study period with clear guidelines, due dates, and the weighting for each assessment task.
Southern Cross University provides students with modern well-equipped teaching spaces such as lecture theatres, classrooms, and studios or laboratories tailored to meet the needs of specific study disciplines. Contemporary audio-visual equipment is standard in most teaching venues, and students have access to computer labs for individual study purposes.
Note: To apply to study this Graduate Diploma use, the Apply with UAC or Apply with QTAC button below.
On-campus Undergraduate applications
To apply to study an undergraduate degree at a SCU campus, apply online through the NSW Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). For more information please visit either the UAC or QTAC websites: www.uac.edu.au or www.qtac.edu.au. A late fee applies for UAC and QTAC applications received after the 30th of September.
International Applicants
Please refer to the International Office website.
At Southern Cross University, your previous study or work experience may help you cut time off your degree.
We recommend that you apply for advance standing at the same time as you apply for admission into this course, because the amount and type of credit awarded will determine your study plan.
For more details and how to apply please visit the Advanced Standing website.
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Technology Education
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Contemporary Music/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Visual Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Important - Please contact the University for confirmation of the course structure prior to acting on this information. The University accepts no liability for any loss suffered by reason of reliance on this information.
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
4.1 Qualification for Admission† Sequential units in a curriculum specialisation are indicated by their naming; e.g. Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts I and Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts II.