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Graduate Diploma of Education (Leading and Managing Educational Organisations)

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Summary
Graduate Diploma of Education Specialisation Leading & Managing Educational Organisations (GDEF)
Study Mode
  • Online
Start
  • Semester 1 (February)
  • Semester 2 (July)
  • Semester 3 (November)
Number of Units
  • 8 units
Duration
  • 1 years or part-time equivalent
Campus
  • -
View USQ Handbook
Program Information Set

Extend your education management skills

USQ’s Graduate Diploma of Education (Leading and Managing Educational Organisations) is ideal for existing and aspiring leaders who work in schools and universities, as well as government, community and corporate settings which have an educational focus such as social work and organisational development and training.

Through this eight unit-degree, you will explore leadership issues in an educational context and the ability to develop an innovative and transformational team.

Flexible study

After you complete the Graduate Diploma of Education, you will have the option to take the credit from your studies and go on to complete the Master of Education.

If you're not quite ready to undertake a Graduate Diploma or don't meet the entry requirements, you may like to start with USQ's Graduate Certificate of Education, before going on to study the Graduate Diploma.

Other specialisations in the Graduate Diploma of Education (Full Fee Paying) include: Adult, Professional and Workplace Learning, Applied Linguistics, Career Development, Curriculum and Pedagogical Leadership, Multicultural Education and Online and Distributed Learning. 

Specialisations in the Graduate Diploma of Education (Commonwealth Supported Place) include: Early Childhood, Guidance and Counselling, Special Education and TESOL.

Courses to be studied Units
Coursework major pathways courses
 5
plus 1 x specialisation course
 1
plus 2 x specialisation approved courses
or 2 x postgraduate approved courses		 2
Total 8
Refer to the USQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

How much will it cost?

Approximate annual costs1 for your first year of study (8 units) in this program are:

Study Mode Cost
Domestic full fee paying AUD 18960

Loan to help you pay your fees

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.

Scholarships and financial assistance

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2018 and costs will vary depending on the actual courses selected during your study. Fees may also vary from year to year as they are reviewed annually.

Entry Requirements

  • 4 year bachelor degree in education

English Language Requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

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How to apply

Apply with USQ

Closing dates

Applying directly to USQ:

  • Semester 3, 2018 - applications close Monday 5 November, with semester 3 commencing on Monday 19 November 2018.
  • Semester 1, 2019 - applications close Monday 18 February, with semester 1 commencing on Monday 25 February 2019.
  • Semester 2, 2019 - applications close Monday 1 July, with semester 2 commencing on Monday 15 July 2019.

If you are applying via QTAC, you will need to check the QTAC closing dates.

Credit for previous study or work experience

You may be eligible for credit if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Other options for you

Master of Education (Leading and Managing Educational Organisations)