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Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies (Leadership in Aboriginal Education) (Online)

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Graduate Diploma develops culturally responsive leadership capability to improve educational outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You’ll build knowledge to identify and challenge deficit discourses, and strengthen curriculum, pedagogy, leadership and research approaches grounded in deep cultural understanding. Designed for teachers committed to social justice and equity, the program can be studied full-time or part-time online. This is a Graduate Diploma in Education & Teaching.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply this qualification to lead culturally responsive practice in schools and education settings, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student achievement and wellbeing. The course supports progression into roles such as teacher-leader, curriculum or learning design lead, Aboriginal education coordinator/support roles, and professional learning or policy-focused positions in education systems and community programs. This is a Graduate Diploma in Education & Teaching.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$54,100 per year

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Information

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1 years

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February, August

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Online

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GNEDSLAE1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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