Graduate Certificate in STEM Education Online

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Why study the online Graduate Certificate in STEM Education at UC?

Delivered in partnership with global leaders in STEM education

Champion STEM education with specialist skills gained from a course designed and delivered by the internationally renowned STEM Education Research Centre (SERC) and industry experts.

In-demand STEM education skills

Designed in line with evidence-based research methodologies and ACARA demands, gain specialist skills to champion and enrich the field of STEM education. Build upon contemporary pedagogical frameworks to foster improvements in teaching practices and directly enhance student STEM literacy and numeracy outcomes in ways no other Master of Education in Australia offers.

Online and supported

Study 100% online from anywhere in Australia while receiving dedicated student support allowing you to balance full-time work whilst developing your professionalism and leadership as a teacher.

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Course highlights

Gain in-demand STEM education skills
Informed by STEM Education Research Centre's (SERC) evidence-based methodologies and aligned to ACARA curriculum needs
100% online and accelerated to fit around your life and work
Focused on STEM spatial and design thinking
Experience dedicated support at every stage
Start anytime – intakes are open every 2 months

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Overview

With the University of Canberra’s online Graduate Certificate in STEM Education, you will ensure your skills are up to date with the evolving future focussed STEM education curriculum and align your teaching practices with industry best practice to enhance the student experience and outcomes. Units within this course are informed by evidence-based research from the STEM Education Research Centre (SERC) at the University of Canberra.

Working nationally, internationally, and across all school sectors, SERC has successfully delivered over $18.5 million worth of education projects, including work with the federal Department of Education (DoE), the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) and Samsung Australia. This proven track record in applied research ensures students gain relevant, research-informed methods to enrich their teaching practices.

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QUICK FACTS

4 units | 7 weeks each
8 months* part-time
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Oct
$2,887.50 per unit^, FEE-HELP available
*Dependent on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Adviser for more information. ^2025 indicative fees are listed here. Find out more on our Fees page.

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