Charles Darwin University
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
The Diploma of Educational Studies is a flexible one-year qualification that prepares students for diverse roles in education and community settings. Ideal for those seeking entry-level positions in school support, early childhood education, or community-based learning environments, this course offers practical skills and foundational knowledge applicable across Australia.
Admission requires one of the following: successful completion of Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training with an ATAR of at least 60, completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher, completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time higher education study, overseas qualifications equivalent to Australian standards, STAT Multiple Choice score of 140, completion of a tertiary preparation course, acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience, or ADF membership with 1+ year service at specified ranks. Domestic students must meet standard English language proficiency requirements through previous study in English, Australian Year 12 completion, secondary schooling from an English-speaking country, or approved English language test scores (IELTS 6.0, PTE 50, TOEFL 60, or CAE 169).
The course comprises eight 10-credit point units organized in three specialization streams: First Nations Cultural and Language Education, Early Childhood and Primary Education, and Secondary Education. Core units include Language, Literacy and Sustainability. Specialist electives cover topics such as Mathematics in Early Years, Introduction to Teaching and Learning, Indigenous Australia, Environmental Issues and Solutions, Scientific Inquiry, English Language for Literacy, Numeracy Education, Health Promotion, International Relations, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Software. Students select 50-70 credit points from specialist electives and 0-20 credit points from general electives, totaling 80 credit points.
Charles Darwin University offers flexible study options including online, on-campus, part-time, and full-time delivery. CDU provides unique opportunities for regional and remote placements close to students' homes, with strong support from experienced lecturers and academic staff. The university is recognized for its commitment to education excellence and has arranged successful placements for students across diverse school settings and demographic areas.
Graduates can pursue employment in educational and community settings across Australia in roles such as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Education Worker, Language and Culture Teaching Assistant, Homeland Teaching Assistant, Education Assistant (including Special Needs and Inclusion Support), Teacher Aide or Classroom Assistant, and Support Worker in Out-of-School-Hours or Vacation Care Programs. The qualification provides entry-level preparation for supporting learners with diverse needs in remote, regional, and First Nations contexts, with opportunities for advancement into bachelor-level teaching degrees.
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