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Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership

Are you a creative, energetic and innovative teacher or administrator?

Recent Australian research has established that when teachers perceive themselves as leaders and are able to engage as leaders in the teaching and learning process, schools are transformed as learning communities.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership is directed towards educators who want to be people of influence in education. The units provide context and experience to assist students to understand concepts such as authentic leadership and management, learning communities, spirituality, professional development, quality learning and educational change. All concepts are expressed within the context of Christian values and the Catholic tradition.


Summary

Domestic Students

wishing to commence in 2010

International Students

Available at these campuses

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

Course Duration

6 months full-time or equivalent part-time.

1 semester full-time

Deferment

No deferment available.

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery mode

  • Multi Mode
  • Online

Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 25% of the program online.

Commencement date

  • Semester 1 - February

View available dates

Course Costs

  • Average first year fee: $5400 Fee-Paying (indicative only)
  • Unit Fee: $1960.
  • Average first year fee: $7840.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $7840.

Important Note on Fees

All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.

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

40

40

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

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 the following prerequisites:

    1. four year Bachelor degree in education; or
    2. Bachelor degree in an area other than education and a Graduate Diploma in Education;
    and
  1. relevant professional work experience.

Applicants must have an overall academic IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in every band) plus the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor Degree in Education, or first degree in an area other than Education plus a Graduate Diploma in Education.

How to Apply

Apply via Direct Application below.

International Students Apply Now

Direct Applications

Select your study location and fee-type option:

Ballarat - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Brisbane - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Canberra - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Melbourne - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Online - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Online
Strathfield - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
 

Description

International students must also be able to demonstrate their English proficiency by possessing the minimum language requirements. Please refer to the University website.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership is directed towards educators who want to be people of influence in education. The units provide context and experience to assist students to understand concepts such as authentic leadership and management, learning communities, spirituality, professional development, quality learning and educational change. All these concepts are expressed within the context of Christian values and the Catholic tradition.

It will be possible for students who complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership to later apply for the Master of Educational Leadership and seek credit for the units already completed.

Note: The Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership course is also offered in other locations in Australia, depending on demand, in New Zealand and in Mauritius. Other locations in the Asia-Pacific region may also be available, dependent on student demand. Please contact the School of Educational Leadership for further information about units offered at these locations.

Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder

International Students


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