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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
July
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Duration
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
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Location
Gold Coast, Online
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Placement
Yes Learn more
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 7.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradDipTeach
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Course code
1108004
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Credit points
96
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Equivalent units
8
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
International snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
1 year full-time
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Location
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Placement
Yes Learn more
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 7.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradDipTeach
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Course code
1108004
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Credit points
96
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Equivalent units
8
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
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CRICOS
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
Overview
Get an early start on your teaching career with the Graduate Diploma of Teaching. This is a flexible pathway for graduates of other degrees who want to be a school teacher in either primary or secondary schools.
Graduates of this course can apply for conditional registration as a casual or temporary classroom teacher after just 12 months of study* as they work towards the NESA-accredited Master of Teaching.
You’ll choose a specialisation in either Primary or Secondary teaching The Graduate Diploma of Teaching is taught completely online with self-paced access to all content and resources.
The course develops evidence-based practice for a career in which you can make a positive and life-long impact on the lives of children and young people.
*At the successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Teaching, students can apply for conditional accreditation as a casual or temporary classroom teacher if they enrol in the Master of Teaching. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Teaching receive eight units of credit towards the Master of Teaching.
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“I feel fortunate to be their teacher. They are at an age when their personalities are really emerging. They have such humour and curiosity. You can have a joke with them, yet at the same time they are serious about wanting to learn. They are respectful too. We respect each other.”
The Southern Cross Model is a game-changer in higher education study.
Our students now engage in shorter, six-week unit structures designed around immersive and interactive learning experiences. The shorter unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum as they achieve milestones quickly, resulting in increased student success rates, and course and teacher satisfaction. Lectures are a thing of the past - students will be engaged in active, interactive and discussion-based learning.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes.
Our online study option is highly interactive and may include a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes.
The method of teaching and assessment may vary from unit to unit.
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes (GA).
| Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Exercise critical analysis, problem solving and decision-making in education. Apply advanced knowledge of diverse ways of understanding teaching and learning that supports ongoing professional development. Apply advanced knowledge of curriculum content, educational framework, legislation and code of conduct in educational contexts. |
GA2: Creativity Exercise critical analysis, problem solving and decision-making in education. |
GA3: Ethical practice Apply advanced knowledge of curriculum content, educational framework, legislation and code of conduct in educational contexts. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Apply advanced knowledge of diverse ways of understanding teaching and learning that supports ongoing professional development. Apply advanced knowledge of curriculum content, educational framework, legislation and code of conduct in educational contexts. Demonstrate advanced teamwork skills by interpreting and transmitting knowledge in professional educational contexts. Apply an advanced understanding of social, Indigenous and cultural diversity and respect for the identity of all persons in local and international educational contexts |
GA5: Lifelong learning Apply advanced knowledge of diverse ways of understanding teaching and learning that supports ongoing professional development. |
GA6: Communication and social skills Demonstrate advanced teamwork skills by interpreting and transmitting knowledge in professional educational contexts. |
GA7: Cultural competence Apply an advanced understanding of social, Indigenous and cultural diversity and respect for the identity of all persons in local and international educational contexts |
The Graduate Diploma of Teaching consists of 45 days of professional placement within an Australian primary or secondary school.
Professional experience provides opportunities for you to become acquainted with the formal and informal aspects of what occurs in classrooms and schools or early childhood settings and to demonstrate your independent and professional capabilities as teachers.
Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, including a Working with Children Check, must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
| Location | Teaching period |
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| Gold Coast | Term 3 |
| Online | Term 3 |
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Teaching can apply for conditional accreditation as a casual or temporary classroom teacher after just 12 months of study* as they work towards the NESA-accredited Master of Teaching.
Some graduates may pursue work in a range of education and non-education settings including roles such as education consultant, community education leader, learning designer, tutor, teacher aide, literacy or numeracy coach.
*At the completion of the Graduate Diploma in Teaching students MUST be enrolled in a nationally accredited Master of Teaching course to be eligible for conditional accreditation.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma of Teaching can apply for conditional registration as a casual or temporary classroom teacher after just 12 months of study* as they work towards the NESA-accredited Master of Teaching.
The Master of Teaching is accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and approved by the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) for Primary and the Secondary initial teacher education in accordance with the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL).
Usually, Australian teacher qualifications are recognised internationally, however, students are advised to check with potential employers and teacher registration authorities in other countries regarding overseas accreditation requirements.
*At the completion of the Graduate Diploma in Teaching students MUST be enrolled in a nationally accredited Master of Teaching course to be eligible for conditional accreditation.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
- Secondary specialisation: Graduate study (Bachelor, or equivalent) as advised by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership Program Standard 3.7 (Subject Content Knowledge); or
- Primary specialisation: Graduate study (Bachelor, or equivalent) as advised by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership Program Standard 3.7 (Subject Content Knowledge), AND NSW Band 4 in Mathematics or equivalent.
- Must undertake the UAC or QTAC non-academic entry requirement test.
- have completed approved qualifications where language of instruction was English as outlined in Rules Relating to Awards –Rule 2 – Section 2; or
- have achieved within (2) years of the proposed start date, a minimum overall score of 7.5, including a minimum result of 8.0 in both the speaking and listening modules and 7.0 in reading and writing in the English International English Language Test System (IELTS) test or approved equivalent as outlined in Rules Relating to Awards – Rule 2 – Section 2.
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
| Category | Score |
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| Overall Score | 7.5 |
| Reading | 7.0 |
| Writing | 7.0 |
| Listening | 8.0 |
| Speaking | 8.0 |
Course requirements
- 1 Specialisation (96 credit points) in Primary or Secondary; and
- 2 professional Experience units (0 credit points); and
- Both components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as required by the Federal Government.
Other things to consider
Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to as ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit or gain entry to a course on the basis of your existing knowledge and skills.
Course structure
Why Education at SCU
5-star rating
5-star rating for postgraduate overall experience, student support, skills development and teaching quality in Education and Training
(GUG 2023)Higher starting salary
Graduates have a higher starting salary than national average in Teacher Education
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017-2019)Graduate employment
90% of graduates employed within four months of completing their course
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017-2019)Fees and Scholarships
Domestic students
You are a domestic student if you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or Australian humanitarian visa holder. Your course will either be a Commonwealth Supported Place or a full fee-paying place. This is noted in the course snapshot.
Commonwealth Supported Places:
In a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the Government pays some of your fees and you pay the rest as the Student Contribution Amount (SCA).
SCA is calculated per unit, not per course. Eligible students can defer the SCA through a HECS-HELP loan.
Full Fee-Paying Places:
A full fee-paying place is where you pay the full (unsubsidised) tuition fee for your course. Eligible students can defer the payment of their tuition fees through the FEE-HELP scheme (including employer-reserved places for The Hotel School courses).
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Scholarships vary in amount, from a few hundred to several thousand dollars each year. Eligibility isn't limited to top-performing students or those facing financial challenges; there are opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds and with different accomplishments. This ensures that education remains accessible to all, changing lives and helping individuals achieve their goals for a brighter future.
Fees and Scholarships
International Students
If you're an international student, you can find the annual course cost in Australian dollars (AUD$) on our International Courses and Fees page or on the web page for your course under fees.
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Southern Cross University offers a range of scholarships designed to support you while you study, available for a variety of backgrounds and achievements. Scholarships range from a few hundred dollars a year to several thousand dollars a year. Southern Cross has also introduced Access25, a new initiative for 2025 to deliver a quality education combined with a straightforward tuition model, ensuring every international student has equal access.
Dates for the diary
Our shorter, more focused six-week unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum and motivation as they achieve milestones quickly. Application dates per Term are shown on each course page however refer to our key dates and teaching calendar for detail on when enrolment opens, studies commence and when grades are published. There are also Dual Term and Tri Term calendars for those who have specific subjects.
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