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Diploma in Educational Studies

(This course is available only to international students.)

This course is designed for students who are looking for a pathway into the Bachelor of Education (Primary) or the Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Arts. Students study communication subjects along with introductory education units. A student who successfully completes this program can enter the relevant Bachelor Degree with up to 80cp credit (equivalent to one year of study).


Summary

International Students

Available at these campuses tooltip

  • Brisbane, Queensland
  • Canberra, ACT
  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW

Course Duration

1 year

Deferment

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery Mode

On Campus

Commencement Availability

Brisbane
  • 11-Feb-2013
Canberra
  • 23-Jul-2012, 22-Jul-2013
Melbourne
  • 11-Feb-2013
Strathfield
  • 23-Jul-2012, 11-Feb-2013, 22-Jul-2013

Course Costs

  • Unit Fee: $1500.
  • Average first year fee: $12200.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $12200.

Important Note on Fees

Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

Credit Points

Course Units (Subjects)

Schedule of Unit (Subject) Offerings

Applying for Admission

International Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.

Apply directly to Australian Catholic University.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed year 12 or the Certificate in Educational Studies or equivalent.
High School graduation with a minimum 50% pass, plus an overall academic IELTS score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each test).

How to Apply

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Description

The aim of the Diploma in Educational Studies course is to meet the needs of international students from diverse backgrounds with a range of interests who wish to study an award program as a means of accessing higher education or to obtain recognition for units successfully completed.

The major objectives of the course are to:

  1. promote student access to educational pathways and award courses, including students from equity groups;
  2. facilitate student access and achievement in higher learning.

On completion of the courses, students will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

  1. critical and analytical abilities;
  2. enthusiasm to search for further knowledge and understanding;
  3. open-mindedness and receptiveness to new ideas;
  4. expertise in chosen academic field;
  5. knowledge and skills to meet relevant professional requirements;
  6. understanding of and commitment to professional ethical standards;
  7. communication and interpersonal skills in working with clients and colleagues;
  8. commitment to values consistent with the Universitys mission;
  9. a spirit of service to the community;
  10. commitment to good citizenship, including respect for individuals, empathy with persons of differing cultural and religious backgrounds, community responsibility and concern for the environment.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.0 with 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.
To be eligible to enter the Bachelor of Education (Primary) or other pre-service teacher education degree, students must gain IELTS 7.0 with 7.0 in each of the sub-tests.


Contacts for Future Students

International Students