Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (GCEdSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2015
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5448
Faculty
Humanities and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Approved degree in any discipline; or
Two years full-time work experience in a professional capacity in a relevant or comparable education setting.
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Education
Email: education@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6550
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5448
Faculty
Humanities and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Approved degree in any discipline; or
Two years full-time work experience in a professional capacity in a relevant or comparable education setting.
CRICOS Code: 061819G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies?
This program provides advanced professionally orientated coursework designed for practising teachers, administrators, and other educational professionals, or for professionals in other areas wishing to gain expertise in education.
International students may undertake the program but will not be eligible for a field of study as the sequence of courses required for each field can only be taken on a part-time basis.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies
- Behaviour Management Field of Study
- Career Development Field of Study
- Curriculum Field of Study
- Leadership Field of Study
- Supporting Diverse Learners Field of Study
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Approved degree in any discipline; or
Two years full-time work experience in a professional capacity in a relevant or comparable education setting.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Approved degree in any discipline; or
Two years full-time work experience in a professional capacity in a relevant or comparable education setting.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 061819G
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approx $155)
- Students are responsible for the cost of transportation and accommodation to attend residential schools or practicals.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies
Careers
The Graduate Certificate in Education provides for the professional development needs of educational professionals. This program is useful for enhancing the promotional prospects of graduates.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #8 from the MEdSt List. #8 is the minimum requirement for an approved field. Refer to the GCEdSt Rules for further information.
Please note that not all fields of study in the Masters of Educational Studies are available in the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
