Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies

About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies lets experienced educators tailor postgraduate study to their interests or pursue a focused pathway. You can select units across areas such as educational leadership and management, educational psychology, international education, inclusive education, sports coaching, and TESOL. The course is designed to strengthen professional practice and support career development in education. This is a Graduate Certificate in Education & Teaching.

Career outcome

This qualification supports career development for trained teachers and education professionals seeking specialist knowledge or a pathway to further postgraduate study. Graduates may progress into roles in schools and education systems such as teacher leadership, educational management and administration, program coordination, student support and inclusive education roles, or work in policy and education-related organisations. This is a Graduate Certificate aligned to careers in Education & Teaching.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)