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Diploma in Education Studies

The University of Newcastle

CRICOS provider number: 00109J TEQSA provider ID: PRV12056

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About

Discover how you can make an impact on your community and empower the next generation.

In the Diploma in Education Studies, you’ll develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary to start the journey towards your career in teaching. You’ll come to understand the profession of teaching, engage with various styles of teaching (pedagogy) and assessment, and explore the role of the educator in developing creative abilities in children.

You’ll learn about historical and contemporary education systems and care, including elements of education curriculum, policy and practice both in Australia and globally.

Undertake specialised study in key learning areas including English, PDHPE and HSIE. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet the English and Maths level requirements needed to study an undergraduate degree.

You will receive embedded support from the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, including access to a dedicated Student Liaison Officer, a quiet workspace for independent study and smaller class sizes in your foundational courses.

The Diploma in Education Studies provides you with a level 5 diploma qualification and a degree pathway into the University of Newcastle. Upon completion of the Diploma in Education Studies you’ll receive guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Education (Primary), the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary).

Areas of study

Early childhood, education, English, HSIE, PDHPE, primary teaching, secondary teaching, teaching.

Career opportunities

Careers in education can be quite diverse and go beyond becoming a teacher at various levels of education. Additional roles include community educator, educational consulting, curriculum development, policy analysts, research, materials developer, evaluators or administrators.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English

Applicants who achieve an ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above are eligible for admission.

We encourage you to undertake bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging offers academic preparation and support short courses, which are free and can be completed on campus or online before you start your degree.

Explore NUPrep Bridging Courses

Applicants with higher education study

Applicants who have completed a minimum of two units of higher education study are eligible for admission.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Applicants who have completed a competency based AQF Level 3 qualification (Certificate III) or higher are eligible for admission.

Applicants with work and life experience

If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University offers a range of pathways toward your dream degree. No matter what your age or experience, there is a place for you.

Explore University of Newcastle entry options.

Further information

View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.

ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

  1. This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
  2. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
  3. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.

Abbreviations

– = data is not available.
<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria

Student profile

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Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.