Graduate Certificate of Specialist Education

Why study education at CDU?

Educate and inspire the next generation with a teaching degree at CDU. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to enter the classroom with confidence, equipped with a nationally-accredited degree to work anywhere in Australia.

Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)

Complete placements close to home

Unique opportunities for regional and remote placements

Entry requirements

CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40) -Successful completion of EAP004 English for Academic Purposes 4

IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake)- A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.

Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)- A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.

Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency- A minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module -A minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.

TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)- A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.

Fees and scholarship

The annual tuition fee for full time study in 2024 is AUD $14,892.00. This equates to $ $3,723.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).

These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.

We offer an exciting and generous range of scholarships to support international students coming to study at CDU from around the globe. Our scholarships reward high-achieving students with outstanding academic accomplishments and who contribute to the potential to make a positive impact on the world.