Graduate Diplomas

According to the Australian Qualifications Framework, a graduate diploma is a step up from a bachelor’s degree and one level below a master’s degree. Those who complete a Graduate Diploma are considered specialists with expert theoretical knowledge.

Why a Graduate Diploma?

In many cases, graduates with a Grad Dip can find better employment opportunities than those without. They have the skills needed for today’s workforce and show that you’re ready and willing to take on more responsibilities within your company or industry if given a chance!

What are the differences between a Graduate Diploma and a Master’s Degree?

A Graduate Dip is considered a Post Graduate Degree and sits at level 8 in the Australian Qualifications Framework. Bachelors Honors Degrees and Graduate Certificates sit at this same level. Masters Degrees are a step up and sit at level 9 within the AQF and take approximately 1.5 years to study, compared to the six months of a Graduate Diploma. Both qualifications are highly valuable to employers and demonstrate your commitment to your craft and high-level skills.

The advantages of a Graduate Diploma

The following are the key advantages of this qualification:

Compared to a Master’s degree, it takes less time to complete and is less expensive.

As a professional in a specific field, you can change (or start) your career.

You can gain practical experience in a topic that interests you.

You can increase your job prospects and earnings potential.

Our company exclusively provides this service through Recognition of Prior Learning. A process that converts experience into qualifications. To be awarded a certificate, you’ll need to have worked in your field for a significant amount of time and have evidence of your experience for our assessment. Evidence can include things like:

Performance appraisals/reviews

Employment contracts

Position descriptions

Statutory declaration from someone who attests that you have performed a certain role/task.

Personal Identification documents (Driver’s license, passport, USI number)

Photographs of work undertaken

Diaries/task sheets/job sheets/logbooks

With enough evidence, you can receive a qualification in weeks, not months, for a fraction of the cost of traditional study. RPL is a great way to convert your existing skills into nationally recognised qualifications. Take our free assessment today and see what you’re eligible for.

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