Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies

Graduate Diploma

Duration

1 year

Providers

NSW, VIC

Available

NSW, VIC

About this course

Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies is a graduate diploma that typically takes 1 year and is offered by 4 accredited providers across NSW, VIC in the field of Education.

Career & Outcomes

Education

Why study in this field

Work-life balance with school holiday breaks and structured hours

Direct community contribution — shape the next generation of Australians

Transferable skills into corporate training, instructional design, and curriculum development

Diverse settings: schools, TAFEs, universities, NGOs, and community organisations

Stable government employment with enterprise agreement salary progression

Graduate job roles

Secondary Teacher Early Childhood Educator TESOL Teacher Training Coordinator Education Consultant School Counsellor Special Education Teacher

Links open Seek job search for this role in Australia

Australian job market

STEM and special needs teachers are in critical shortage nationally — high hiring priority
Early childhood education facing a supply crisis; strong demand projected through 2030
State governments actively recruit teachers through skilled migration and employer sponsorship
Corporate training and instructional design roles expanding alongside workforce development investment

Indicative salary ranges

Entry-level

$60,000 – $73,000

per year, AUD

Experienced

$85,000 – $112,000

per year, AUD

Indicative ranges referenced from Seek and PayScale Australia public listings, last reviewed May 2026. Actual salaries vary by employer, experience, and location.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements vary by intake and student background. Speak with a provider directly about English proficiency, prior qualifications, and experience requirements for your specific situation.

Course details and pricing are from the Australian CRICOS register. Providers may have updated their offerings — confirm directly with the provider before applying.

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