Description
The Diploma in Educational Studies (Tertiary Preparation) is designed for domestic and international students who want to undertake a pre-service teacher degree in Early Childhood, Primary, or Secondary education but do not currently meet the entry requirements. By completing this pathway course you can then enter the relevant Bachelor degree with credit.
Students can select units from the first year of the relevant pre-service teacher degree courses and gain formal recognition for units successfully completed that are beyond the stated prerequisite requirements.
(Subject to approval by State/Territory Teacher Registration Bodies)
Course duration
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Campus availability and study mode
Campus availability
- Ballarat (Multi-mode) - (Application not available)
- Brisbane (Multi-mode) - (Application not available)
- Canberra (Multi-mode) - (Application not available)
- Melbourne (Multi-mode) - (Application not available)
- North Sydney (Multi-mode) - (Application not available)
- Strathfield (Multi-mode) - (Application not available)
Study mode definitions
Attendance: Face-to-face and/or via video conference, at an ACU campus or another location.
Multi-mode: A combination of Online and Attendance (including examinations, practicums, residentials, etc.).
Online: Fully online (including assessments).
Sample Course Map
Pathway to gain entry into Early Childhood (Birth to Five) or Early Childhood and Primary (Birth to 12) course
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | EDAB161 Indigenous Cultures and Peoples | EDLA168 Children’s Literature for Literacy (Pre: English requirement) | EDST108 Science, inquiry and sustainability (Pre: Science requirement) | EDFD167 Contexts for Learning and Development |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | EDAR104 Creative arts in the early years | EDLA167 Linguistics for Literacy (Pre: English requirement) | EDMA163 Exploring Mathematics 1 (Pre: Math requirement) | UNCC100 Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society |
Pathway to gain entry into Education (Primary) course
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | SCIT140 Science in Our World (Pre: Science requirement) | ENGL104 Exploring Literature Pre: English requirement) | NMBR140 Introduction to Mathematical Thinking (Pre: Math requirement) | Discipline Minor |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | COMM140 Digital Communication Technologies | POLS140 Global Citizens: Civics and Citizenship in a Changing World | UNCC100 Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society | Discipline Minor |
Pathway to gain entry into Education (Secondary) course
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | COMM170*
Communicating and Interpreting Ideas | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | UNCC100* Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units |
*Units available in semester 1 and 2
'Pre:' – indicates a unit that must be completed before the next unit can be undertaken (prerequisite).
A blank cell indicates that there are no additional units required for that study period.
This is a sample program only and units will vary between states. Please refer to the handbook for the prerequisite units and the current listing.
Deferment, credit points & course units
Deferment
Deferment is available for one year. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information.Credit Points
80
Exit Point
A student who has completed 40 credit points from units prescribed for the Diploma in Educational Studies (Tertiary Preparation) may exit with the Certificate in Educational Studies.
Course Units (Subjects)
Schedule of Unit OfferingsStart dates
- Semester 1 - Applications closed
- Semester 2 - To be advised
- Semester 1 - Applications closed
- Semester 2 - To be advised
- Semester 1 - Applications closed
- Semester 2 - To be advised
- Semester 1 - Applications closed
- Semester 2 - To be advised
- Semester 1 - Applications closed
- Semester 2 - To be advised
- Semester 1 - Applications closed
- Semester 2 - To be advised
Course costs
- Average first year fee: $6680 Commonwealth Supported (indicative only; subject to passage of legislation)
Important Note on Fees
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points (normally 4 units) per semester.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- the number of units studied per semester;
- the choice of major or specialisation; and
- elective units.
The University reviews fees annually.
Essential requirements for admission
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed:
- Year 12 with the ACU minimum eligibility rank for Diploma programs; or
- Entry via an alternative pathway as approved for ACU1
International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Inherent Requirements
There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of the course or unit. Learn more about inherent requirements and how they affect you, and explore the requirements for your course.
Applying for admission
Domestic applications for Semester 1, 2020 have closed. If you are interested in the next offering of this course, click the Register Your Interest button and we'll contact you with details.
Career paths
Working opportunities in school settings but it is not a teaching qualification.
English language requirements
A minimum of 7.0 in reading and writing and a minimum of 7.5 in listening and speaking.
Pathways to further study
Depending on the units undertaken, on successful completion of this course students may be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Education (Primary), the Bachelor Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five Years), the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) or the Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Arts.
Contacts for future students
Enquiries:
- 1300 ASK ACU (1300 275 228)
- E-mail: askacu@acu.edu.au
Description
The Diploma in Educational Studies (Tertiary Preparation) is designed for domestic and international students who want to undertake a pre-service teacher degree in Early Childhood, Primary, or Secondary education but do not currently meet the entry requirements. By completing this pathway course you can then enter the relevant Bachelor degree with credit.
Students can select units from the first year of the relevant pre-service teacher degree courses and gain formal recognition for units successfully completed that are beyond the stated prerequisite requirements.
(Subject to approval by State/Territory Teacher Registration Bodies)
Course duration
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Start dates and campus availability
- 15-Feb-2021
- 20-Jul-2020 , 15-Feb-2021 , 26-Jul-2021
- 15-Feb-2021
- 20-Jul-2020 , 15-Feb-2021 , 26-Jul-2021
- 15-Feb-2021
- 20-Jul-2020 , 15-Feb-2021 , 26-Jul-2021
Deferment, credit points & course units
Deferment
Yes. See Defer your offer.
Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 33% of the program online.
Credit Points
80Exit Point
A student who has completed 40 credit points from units prescribed for the Diploma in Educational Studies (Tertiary Preparation) may exit with the Certificate in Educational Studies.
Course Units (Subjects)
Schedule of Unit OfferingsCourse structure – 1st year
Pathway to gain entry into Early Childhood (Birth to Five) or Early Childhood and Primary (Birth to 12) course
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | EDAB161 Indigenous Cultures and Peoples | EDLA168 Children’s Literature for Literacy (Pre: English requirement) | EDST108 Science, inquiry and sustainability (Pre: Science requirement) | EDFD167 Contexts for Learning and Development |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | EDAR104 Creative arts in the early years | EDLA167 Linguistics for Literacy (Pre: English requirement) | EDMA163 Exploring Mathematics 1 (Pre: Math requirement) | UNCC100 Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society |
Pathway to gain entry into Education (Primary) course
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | SCIT140 Science in Our World (Pre: Science requirement) | ENGL104 Exploring Literature Pre: English requirement) | NMBR140 Introduction to Mathematical Thinking (Pre: Math requirement) | Discipline Minor |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | COMM140 Digital Communication Technologies | POLS140 Global Citizens: Civics and Citizenship in a Changing World | UNCC100 Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society | Discipline Minor |
Pathway to gain entry into Education (Secondary) course
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | COMM170*
Communicating and Interpreting Ideas | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | UNCC100* Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units | Consult Course Coordinator for units |
*Units available in semester 1 and 2
'Pre:' – indicates a unit that must be completed before the next unit can be undertaken (prerequisite).
A blank cell indicates that there are no additional units required for that study period.
This is a sample program only and units will vary between states. Please refer to the handbook for the prerequisite units and the current listing.
Course costs
- Unit Fee: $2925.00 (2020)
- Average first year fee: $23400.00 (2020)
- Estimated Total Cost: $23400.00 (2020)
Important Note on Fees
The Tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. The Unit Fee is based on a 10cp unit. Fees are reviewed annually.
Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.
Essential requirements for admission
A minimum of 7.0 in reading and writing and a minimum of 7.5 in listening and speaking.
Applying for Admission
Inherent Requirements
There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of the course or unit. Learn more about inherent requirements and how they affect you, and explore the requirements for your course.
Career paths
Working opportunities in school settings but it is not a teaching qualification.
English language requirements
A minimum of 7.0 in reading and writing and a minimum of 7.5 in listening and speaking.
Pathways to further study
Depending on the units undertaken, on successful completion of this course students may be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Education (Primary), the Bachelor Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five Years), the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) or the Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Arts.
Contact us
Phone: +61 3 8676 7040
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