/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/current-students/images/Coffs-harbour_student-group_20220616_33-147kb.jpg)
/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/current-students/services/counselling/images/RS21533_English-College-Student_20191210_DSC_6961-117kb.jpg)
/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/study/scholarships/images/STEPHANIE-PORTO-108-2-169kb.jpg)
/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/study/arts-and-humanities/images/RS20958_Chin-Yung-Pang-Andy_20190309__79I5562-960X540.jpg)
/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/experience/images/SCU-INTNL-STUDY-GUIDE-280422-256-72kb.jpg)
/prod01/channel_8/media/dep-site-assets/component-library/screenshots/online-1X1.jpg)
Professional Learning (Education)
/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/landing-pages/images/JANE-BRENNAN-Master-of-Educational-Leadership-11092024-00004-IMGL2249.jpg)
Lead with purpose, teach with impact
Southern Cross University is committed to ongoing professional development for teachers. We believe contemporary education requires more than just traditional skills - it demands imagination, courage and passion. That’s why we’re committed to nurturing these qualities and equipping educators with the tools needed for modern practice.
Our range of postgraduate courses support the professional development of educators through impactful learning experiences.
- Graduate Certificate in Education: Equips education professionals with foundational knowledge for complex educational environments.
- Graduate Certificate in Educational Inclusion and Diversity: Focuses on inclusion and designing supportive learning environments for all students.
- Graduate Certificate in Educational Wellbeing: Emphasises diversity, leadership, and student wellbeing in educational settings.
- Professional Certificate in Teaching Mathematics (Out of Field Teachers): Enables out of field mathematics teachers to deliver teaching programs and activities to support students’ mathematics and numeracy success.
- Master of Education: Designed to enhance the ability of professional educators in constantly evolving contexts.
/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/news/images/2020/RS22304_Holly_Millican_for-T4.jpg)
“I wanted to do something that made a difference in people’s lives and when you think about it, teachers have the opportunity to create a lot of impact during their career.”
Postgraduate
Postgraduate
Higher Degrees Research
Why choose Education at Southern Cross University?
Top 400
We're rated in the top 400 universities worldwide in Education.
(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025)Graduate job-ready
Extensive and meaningful professional experience placements ensure that graduates are profession-ready.
5-star rating
We're rated 5 stars for postgraduate full-time employment, overall educational experience, skills development, student support and teaching quality.
(Good Universities Guide 2025)Start uni this July
Thinking about studying soon? We have a number of study options starting in July, explore them along with the full range of available courses.
Apply nowJoin us at Open Day
From courses to campus life, discover what uni could look like for you.
Register for Open DayGraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education
Gain the confidence to step into Centre Director, Nominated Supervisor or senior roles in an early childhood education setting.
A better way to learn
We’re always looking for a better way to do things. That’s why we’re delivering our courses in six-week terms.
Learn more/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/study/images/How-to-apply.jpg)
Scholarships
The University offers a wide range of scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
View our scholarships/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/study/images/Scholarships.jpg)
Come visit
Get a taste of the Southern Cross University experience through our webinars, campus tours and info sessions.
See upcoming activity/prod01/channel_8/media/scu-dep/study/images/Information-for-school-leavers-1.jpg)
Ready to take the next step?
Stay in the loop with updates and helpful information for future students.