Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary)

About the course

Designed for graduates from another discipline who want to become secondary school teachers, this Graduate Diploma prepares you for teaching in Western Australia. Over one year full-time, you complete professional studies plus 50 days of supervised school experience to connect theory with classroom practice. Partnerships with schools provide exposure to metropolitan, rural, regional and remote contexts. This is an AQF Level 8 Graduate Diploma in secondary teaching.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue provisional registration and work as secondary school teachers in government or independent schools, teaching in approved major and minor subject areas. The course’s extended school placements build practical classroom capability, lesson planning, and professional communication, supporting entry into teaching roles across diverse settings including metropolitan, regional and remote schools. Career outcomes align with Graduate Diploma preparation for secondary education and 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)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)