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Diploma of Education Research
University of the Sunshine Coast
- Sippy Downs, Australia
- 0.5 years
- English
- Online
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year research masters in education based on a supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Education Research can develop the ability to examine learning and communication needs
- Design context-appropriate educational or language activities and evaluate their effectiveness
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Education Support Coordinator
- Curriculum Assistant
- Teaching Roles Subject to Certification
Curriculum
- Two-year full-time (three part-time) structured MLitt in Education: a supervised research thesis supported by a minimum of 10 credits of taught generic and subject-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognised bachelor degree or higher
- Some programs add prior study
- Work experience or professional requirements.
Accepted academic background
Recognised bachelor degree (three-year or equivalent) or higher, Some programs add prior study, Work experience or professional requirements
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each band)
- TOEFL iBT 85 (writing 21)
- PTE Academic 58 (no subscore below 54)
- Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 177 (min 169 each skill)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Review the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload academic records and the required supporting admission documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,750 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | $0 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Online |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Education and Tertiary Access |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 48 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | UniSC offers international student scholarships. Its 2026 International Student Scholarship provided a 15% tuition reduction, While the 2026 Bright Futures Scholarship offered 20% for specified citizenships or courses. Those 2026 awards cannot be deferred to 2027, Check the current intake's award terms. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5 years.
Tuition is $16,750 AUD per year. The deposit is $0 AUD. The estimated living cost is $24,700 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 each band), TOEFL iBT 85 (writing 21), PTE Academic 58 (no subscore below 54), Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 177 (min 169 each skill).

