Western Sydney University
Diploma in Education Studies
Bankstown, New South Wales, Australia
Level
Diploma
Duration
1F/EqP
Campus
Parramatta City (NSW)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
A$18,025 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
2027-03-01
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Course Overview
Diploma in Education Studies at Western Sydney University in Bankstown, New South Wales, Australia is a diploma programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
47,820
Staff Ratio
36.4:1
International
24.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
67.0%
of graduates employed
Costs & Living
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Diploma in Education Studies
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- All applicants Applicants must be aged 17 years or over and not currently enrolled in or completing Year 12 in the same year of intended admission.
- Applicants do not need an ATAR.
- Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
47,820
Total students
Staff Ratio
36:1
Students per staff
International Students
24%
Of student body
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
67%
Employed after graduation