Graduate Certificate in Teaching

About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Teaching at UNSW Sydney provides a focused postgraduate pathway to develop foundational teaching knowledge and practical skills for learning design and classroom practice. You’ll build capability in evidence-informed pedagogy, assessment approaches and reflective professional practice, supported by contemporary education research. This Graduate Certificate in Education & Teaching is designed for professionals seeking a recognised qualification in teaching.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for advanced professional and specialist roles in Education & Teaching. Graduates become education leaders, curriculum specialists, and policy advisors. Preparing graduates for education leadership, instructional design, and advanced teaching specialist roles.

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)