Graduate Coursework

Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching

Course code: GD-ECTCH

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Duration
1 year full time / 2 years part time
Mode (Location)
Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
Intake

January, April, October

Key dates

Fees

AUD $36,000 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available

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Entry schemes

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Duration
1 year full time / 2 years part time
Mode (Location)
Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
Intake

April, October

Key dates

Fees

AUD $52,000 (2026 indicative first year fee)

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English language requirements

IELTS 7.0: with no band less than 7.0

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CRICOS code
120163E
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domestic

Domestic student

You're considered a domestic student if you're an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or have a permanent humanitarian visa. This applies even if you're studying abroad or have dual Australian citizenship.

international

International student

You are considered an international student if you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand.

Key application dates

UPCOMING INTAKES AND KEY DATES

5 October 2026
Spring intake study period begins
28 December 2026
Summer intake application close date
18 January 2027
Summer intake study period begins
29 March 2027
Autumn intake application close date
19 April 2027
Autumn intake study period begins
13 September 2027
Spring intake application close date

Please note: The standard stream is only offered in Term 4, Summer and Spring. Only apply for an Autumn commencement if you are applying for the accelerated stream.

Key application dates

UPCOMING INTAKES AND KEY DATES

5 October 2026
Spring intake study period begins
28 December 2026
Summer intake application close date
18 January 2027
Summer intake study period begins
29 March 2027
Autumn intake application close date
19 April 2027
Autumn intake study period begins
13 September 2027
Spring intake application close date

Please note: The standard stream is only offered in Summer and Spring. Only apply for an Autumn commencement if you are applying for the accelerated stream.

How to apply

1. Review entry requirements and eligibility

Before applying, you must complete the Initial Teacher Education Assessment (iTEA). You should plan for about 30–45 minutes to complete iTEA. The assessment must be completed within a 3-hour time window. iTEA comprises a short online questionnaire where you are asked to choose statements that best describe you, your values, and your motivations for becoming a teacher. There are no right or wrong answers. The purpose is to give you space to think honestly about why you want to teach, how you respond to challenges, and how you relate to yourself and others.

To ensure your application can be assessed efficiently, please use your legal name (the name on your formal ID such as passport or driver’s license) in your course application and iTEA. Inconsistent information between the two systems can cause a delay in the assessment of your application.

2. Gather your supporting documentation

As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:

3. Submit your application

Additional application considerations:

Where a course offers both Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and Australian full fee (AF) places, you only need to submit an application for one fee type. You will automatically be considered for a CSP if you are eligible.

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How to apply

1. Review entry requirements and eligibility

Before applying, you must complete the Initial Teacher Education Assessment (iTEA). You should plan for about 30–45 minutes to complete iTEA. The assessment must be completed within a 3-hour time window. iTEA comprises a short online questionnaire where you are asked to choose statements that best describe you, your values, and your motivations for becoming a teacher. There are no right or wrong answers. The purpose is to give you space to think honestly about why you want to teach, how you respond to challenges, and how you relate to yourself and others.

To ensure your application can be assessed efficiently, please use your legal name (the name on your formal ID such as passport or driver’s license) in your course application and iTEA. Inconsistent information between the two systems can cause a delay in the assessment of your application.

2. Gather your supporting documentation

As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:

3. Submit your application

*Students who have completed their previous qualifications in certain countries cannot apply directly and must use an education agent (or overseas representative).

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After you apply

Depending on how you meet the entry criteria, if your application is shortlisted, you may also be invited to attend an interview.

For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.

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