The number of subjects varies by course. A Graduate Certificate typically consists of four subjects (24 credit points) and can be completed in as little as eight months. The Master of Education (Learning and Leadership) comprises twelve subjects (72 credit points) and takes around two years.

A Graduate Certificate is a shorter, entry-level postgraduate qualification that builds specific skills in leadership and learning, often completed in under a year. It’s ideal for professionals seeking to transition into learning roles (Graduate Certificate in Education [Learning and Leadership]) or focus on workplace and organisational learning (Graduate Certificate in Organisational and Workplace Learning).

The Master of Education (Learning and Leadership) is a comprehensive program that extends these foundations into advanced leadership capability, preparing graduates to lead learning across systems, organisations and communities.

Yes. Education remains one of Australia’s most stable sectors, with strong demand for skilled professionals across schools, higher education, workplace learning and community organisations. In fact, 91% of postgraduate education graduates are employed full-time within four months of graduating.

Source: QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023

Graduates may have enhanced their practice in, or wish to pursue, roles such as

• Master of Education (Learning and Leadership): Director of Teaching and Learning, Head of Learning Strategy, Educational Program Lead, Learning and Development Director and Curriculum or Learning Designer.
• Graduate Certificate in Education (Learning and Leadership): Learning and Development Officer, Education Coordinator, Community Education Manager, Nurse or Health Educator​ or Curriculum Support Officer.
• Graduate Certificate in Organisational and Workplace Learning: Learning and Development Specialist, Organisational Development Coordinator, Training Manager, Learning Consultant​ or Learning Designer.

Education professionals in leadership or specialist roles typically earn between $95,000 and $130,000 per year, depending on the sector and level of responsibility.

Source: Seek, 2024

No. The Master of Education (Learning and Leadership) and the Graduate Certificates do not lead to teacher registration. They are designed to build leadership and learning expertise for professionals in education, workplace and community contexts.