#13 worldwide for education
Professional recognition for higher education
Pathway to UK Higher Education Academy
Why choose Deakin
Progress your career in tertiary education and enhance your understanding of teaching and learning with Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (Learning and Teaching). You will graduate as an effective educator who meets the learning needs of diverse learners across a range of higher education contexts.
Designed for early career and experienced teachers and academics who wish to consolidate their skills in designing and delivering effective learning programs. You will learn to improve student experience by creating and sustaining digitally enriched, supportive learning environments. You will be supported in developing and implementing effective approaches to feedback, assessment and evaluation, and in engaging in ongoing professional learning. Completing the degree assessments makes Deakin academics eligible for Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). External students can use the assessments as evidence to support an FHEA application (United Kingdom).
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Top-ranked education
Learn with staff who are active researchers in a field ranked #3 in Australia and #13 worldwide for education and educational research.
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Recognition with global reach
Assessments are designed to provide evidence to support an application to the United Kingdom Higher Education Academy.
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Built for tertiary teaching
This graduate certificate focuses on university teaching, assessment and inclusive learning in higher education.
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Flexible career growth
Study online and part-time while building capability for university teaching and higher education leadership.
Connected to industry
Deakin’s strong industry connections help shape your learning. Build practical experience in real workplace contexts through work-integrated learning, mentoring and networking opportunities. Industry advisory boards also help shape our degrees, which means what you study is current, relevant and aligned to what your future employers need.
Deakin puts employability first
Career outcomes
Strengthen your higher education practice for academic teaching, research supervision and leadership roles, with advanced skills in curriculum, assessment, inclusive learning and scholarly practice.
Lecturer
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, design learning and assessment, provide academic guidance and contribute to curriculum and scholarly practice in universities and tertiary institutions.
- $128k
Typical annual salary in Australia
- 4/5
Job satisfaction
Academic
Combine teaching and research with scholarly practice, research supervision and academic leadership, contributing to learning and knowledge within universities and other higher education settings.
- $123k
Typical annual salary in Australia
- 5.7%
Projected job growth in 5 years
Professional areas include
- Academic development
- Curriculum leadership
- Higher education leadership
- Postgraduate teaching
- Undergraduate teaching
FAQs
The cost of studying at Deakin depends on your degree, units and study load – tuition fees are listed on degree pages under the fees and scholarships tab. Beyond tuition, you will need to budget for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), accommodation, transport, groceries and textbooks. Find out more about the cost of living in Australia, use the Study Australia calculator to estimate living expenses and explore international scholarships which may help to reduce your tuition costs.
Deakin offers a range of merit-based scholarships that can reduce your postgraduate tuition fees by 20%, 25%, 50% or 100% for the duration of your degree. Eligibility varies by scholarship and the degree you choose, but you will automatically be considered for most scholarships when you apply to Deakin. Use the Find a scholarship tool and filter by 'citizenship' to see what is available to you, or explore Australia Awards scholarships if you are from an eligible country.
It depends on the degree and how you study. Graduate certificates typically take six months full time or one year part time. Graduate diplomas usually take one year full time and masters degrees typically take one to two years full time. Recognition of prior learning can reduce your study time. Check the degree page for full details.
Australia is widely regarded as one of the safest and most welcoming countries in the world for students, with strong legal protections, reliable public services and a multicultural community. In fact, Melbourne is ranked the #4 student city in the world! At Deakin, you will be part of a supportive community, with 24/7 help, dedicated campus security and practical tools to help you feel safe, confident and connected. Deakin’s SafeZone app also connects you directly to campus security and support services if you ever need help. Find out more about studying in Australia.
We value your experience and qualifications. That is why every new degree application at Deakin is assessed for recognition of prior learning (RPL). Through RPL, Deakin can assess your previous study and life experience and may award course credit that could reduce your study duration, as well as the cost of your study. Qualifications from universities and private tertiary institutions worldwide are considered, as is informal learning related to your degree. Use the RPL calculator to see how much credit you may be eligible for.
Deakin offers a wide range of support to help you settle in and succeed throughout your studies – we are ranked the #1 university in Melbourne for student support. You can access 1:1 study support, English language support, career planning help, disability services and free counselling, as well as financial assistance if you need it. On campus, the SafeZone app and 24/7 security services mean help is always within reach. You can explore the full range of support services for international students or start an online chat with a student ambassador before you arrive.
To enrol in a postgraduate degree at Deakin, many degrees require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent). Some degrees require higher scores, so check the entry requirements tab on the degree page for details. You may also meet the requirement through recent secondary or university study completed in English, or by demonstrating five or more years of living and working in an English-speaking country. Eligibility is assessed on a case-by-case basis. If you do not yet meet the requirement, the Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) offers pathway programs to help develop your English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Completion of DUELI’s English for Academic Purposes can give you the minimum English language requirements for most Deakin degrees.
Deakin’s postgraduate degrees are designed to advance your career, whether you want to deepen expertise in your field, move into a specialist role or shift direction entirely. All our degrees are shaped by industry partners, so what you learn reflects what employers need now and into the future. We’re proud to be the #1 university in Melbourne for international student graduate employment. With flexible study options and financial support available, Deakin helps you gain the skills, recognition and confidence to reach your next professional goal.
*Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. Learn more about our achievements on our University rankings page, or explore our sources page for supporting references.
What will I study in the Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (Learning and Teaching)?
Build advanced capability in learning design, assessment, inclusive digital teaching and scholarly reflection on your practice.
Design, teach and refine
Design learning with intention
Build advanced understanding of curriculum design and student-centred teaching. Create learning experiences that are purposeful, engaging and aligned with contemporary higher education practice.
Strengthen assessment and inclusion
Develop practical approaches to feedback, assessment and supportive learning environments, with attention to diverse learners and the realities of digital teaching.
Advance your academic practice
Critically evaluate your teaching, refine your professional judgement and be prepared for academic teaching, research supervision and leadership roles in higher education.
Course structure
To complete the Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (Learning and Teaching), you must pass 4 credit points.
Most units are equal to one credit point. This course is available part-time only, with students typically studying one to two credit points each study period.
Are you a current student? For course information that applies to the year you started your degree, visit the handbook.
All students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements
Units
Compulsory 0-credit point units
To be completed in the first trimester of study:
Units
* This unit requires Trimester 3 study
Professional recognition
On successful completion of the assessments in the course, Deakin academics will receive a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).
For those students/learners who are external to Deakin University, the successful completion of the assessments in the course will provide them with the evidence required to support an application to the United Kingdom Higher Education Academy (UKHEA).
For more information visit: Deakin Higher Education Academy (HEA) Fellowships or UK Higher Education Academy.
What to expect while studying
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
At Deakin, we're committed to ensuring an inclusive environment that supports all students to belong, thrive and succeed. We work closely with students, where needed, to identify potential barriers to participation and where possible, provide tailored support so students can engage with learning and assessment activities.
If you are neurodivergent, have a disability, health condition or mental health condition that may impact your study or participation in university life, and want to know how Deakin could support you, contact our Domestic students (opens in a new window) or International students (opens in a new window) or Disability Resource Centre (opens email client) teams for a collaborative and confidential discussion. This discussion is to support you to make plans for your studies and future career and will not have any bearing on your application to the course.
When can I start?
When you study depends on your course, location and available intakes. Check the table to see when you can start and how study is offered throughout the year.
Your course learning outcomes describe the knowledge, skills and capabilities you’ll develop and be able to demonstrate by the time you graduate. Built into your course through your units and assessments, they provide a clear picture of what you’ll be equipped to know, understand and do – preparing you to apply your learning with confidence beyond university.
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| Acquire and apply advanced and specialised knowledge of the theories and practices of contemporary curriculum design, pedagogy and methods of assessment and feedback for learning and teaching in higher education context |
| Employ a range of oral and written communication skills to select and apply methods and technologies to convey complex knowledge and concepts to diverse audiences as required of a teacher and scholar in higher education |
| Select and employ a range of digital technologies and data sources to search, analyse, report, evaluate and communicate within the practice and scholarship of learning and teaching in higher education |
| Critically evaluate, analyse and synthesise complex ideas and make informed judgements to improve learning and teaching in higher education |
| Use specialist knowledge and cognitive skills to analyse and review key drivers, challenges and trends impacting higher education, identify implications for teaching, professional practice and scholarship by drawing on relevant theories of learning and recommend a range of approaches and solutions |
| Apply inquiry-based approach to critical self-reflection of professional and academic practice in higher education, learning and teaching, and commit to continued critical evaluation and transformation of professional practice in higher education |
| Apply ethical and professional standards to engage with key challenges in teaching and learning globally and inclusively, within diverse socioeconomic, cultural and faith-based contexts |
Approved at Faculty Board 2019
- Award granted
- Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (Learning and Teaching)
- Year
2027 course information
- Deakin code
- E510
- Level
- Postgraduate (Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma)
- Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition
The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8
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See our guide to applying to Deakin for application steps and requirements.
Recognition of prior learning
We value your previous study and experience. Recognition of prior learning enables you to get credit for what you've already achieved. When you apply, we'll consider your previous study and experience for recognition of prior learning.