Diploma in Educational Studies (Tertiary Preparation)
WHY STUDY THIS PROGRAM?
• Gain the confidence to succeed at university with a preparation program that’s been designed for students wishing to gain entry into a teaching degree.
• Build study skills, assessment experience and enhanced English language proficiency, and see what life at ACU is all about.
• Receive credit towards an ACU early childhood, primary or secondary initial teacher education degree when you successfully complete this course.
The Diploma in Educational Studies (Tertiary Preparation) is designed for students who want to undertake a teaching degree in early childhood, primary or secondary education but do not currently meet the entry requirements. By completing this pathway course, you can enter the relevant bachelor’s degree with credit.
Campus Information
Melbourne
115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy Vic 3065 Locked Bag 4115, Fitzroy MDC Fitzroy Vic 3065
Strathfield
25A Barker Road, Strathfield NSW 2135 Locked Bag 2002, Strathfield NSW 2135
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Meaningful work engages more than just the mind. Come build your career at the university with heart and soul. We see the whole person and strive to make a positive impact.
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Join the uni with community spirit
From the front of the lecture theatre to the back of the office, our staff and academics enjoy high levels of job satisfaction, a positive work culture and tight-knit teams.
You’re not just joining a university when you join ACU. You’re becoming part of a community that lives its mission and values by upholding research excellence, providing exemplary teaching, and empowering others through grassroots service, engagement and volunteering.
PSW Opportunity
One year courses are not eligible for applying PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For India
CBSE All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) with a minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects;
Indian School Certificate (ISC) with a minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects; Senior Secondary School Certificate from National Open Schooling with a minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects;
OR
Higher Secondary Certificate from the State Boards listed below with a minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects;
• Rajasthan
• Andhra Pradesh
• Gujarat, Karnataka
• Kerala
• Tamil Nadu
• West Bengal
• Telangana
Local languages and non-academic subjects are excluded.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in speaking and writing, and 6.5 in listening and reading).
- Course Code: 093165J
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
25568 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: 110 AUD