Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (GCHEd)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5442
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree and be working in the Higher Education sector in a teaching capacity.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Education
Email: education@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6550
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5442
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree and be working in the Higher Education sector in a teaching capacity.
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 10400
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education?
This program is designed for university teachers and PhD students who seek to improve their educational practice. It introduces major conceptual issues, research directions, and innovative practices associated with higher education. It challenges and extends notions of learning, curriculum, pedagogy, assessment of student performance, and evaluation of teaching and courses within the higher education context.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree and be working in the Higher Education sector in a teaching capacity.
Additional application information
Students who are enrolled as PhD candidates at UQ must obtain written permission of the Dean, UQ Graduate School to be concurrently enrolled in the two programs.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree and be working in the Higher Education sector in a teaching capacity.
Visa requirements
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 10400
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education
Careers
The Graduate Certificate in Higher Education provides for the professional development needs of educational professionals. This program is useful for enhancing the promotional prospects of graduates. For information about employment opportunities, please contact the School of Education.
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #8 from the GCHEd list.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education.
