Designed in partnership with Griffith University, the Diploma of Educational Studies transitions seamlessly into the highly-regarded Bachelor of Education. This puts you in a strong position for a wide range of teaching careers, across the public and private sectors. It can lead to senior positions, like department head or principal. Griffith University has the highest education graduate success rates in Australia. Our graduates are in demand and find employment in the independent, Catholic and state education systems in Queensland as well as overseas. An education qualification is also a good general qualification for many areas of work. Rather than teaching in schools, you could choose to follow a different pathway. Options include training settings in industry and government, outdoor education, adult literacy, libraries, educational research, education policy, or consultancy. If you need additional English, Maths or Science qualifications to be eligible for a teaching degree, this new diploma is perfect for you. Rather than needing to complete extra study, including bridging and enabling subjects, you can meet the requirements while studying this one-year diploma.
Where could this diploma take me?
The Diploma of Educational Studies is designed to transition seamlessly into the highly-regarded Bachelor of Education at Griffith University, majoring in either Primary or Secondary Education.
Leading to
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
March 2026
Gold Coast Campus
Level 4, International Building G52 Parklands Drive,
Southport,
Queensland,
4215, GOLD COAST, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
March 2026
Brisbane (Mount Gravatt) Campus
176 Messines Ridge Road,
Mount Gravatt,
Queensland,
4122, Australia
Year 12 or equivalent with a pass in 3 general/applied subjects
Entry requirements vary from country to country.
English Requirement
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Griffith College provides a range of programs designed to foster essential study skills and facilitate seamless entry to Griffith University.