Diploma in Education Studies

The Diploma in Education Studies prepares students for a range of education based career options; and provides them with a foundation for further studies associated with a Bachelor of Education (Primary), Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) or a Bachelor of Education (Secondary). It is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program which offers a broad range of core and directed course options in the chosen area of study. The program has a practical orientation allowing students to develop their skills for further tertiary studies through real world projects.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Callaghan

Full-time - 1 years

Part-time - 1 years

N/A
50

Ourimbah

Full-time - 1 years

Part-time - 1 years

N/A
50

Structure

The program is comprised of: 30 units of core courses 20 units of Directed Courses A (from Early Childhood and Primary Education or Secondary Education) 30 units of Directed Courses B (from Early Childhood and Primary Education or from one or more Key Learning Areas for the teaching areas you are considering).

Subjects

  • Education, Teaching, PDHPE, HSIE, English, Primary Teaching, Secondary Teaching, Early Childhood.

Entry requirements

  • The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, vocational/professional experience, and completed enabling programs. To be considered for admission, applicants must have an unadjusted ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above.

Study Pathways

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.