Adelaide University
Graduate Certificate in Education (Islamic Education)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Adopts a global perspective, enabling students to explore how the Islamic worldview intersects with contemporary educational discourse and research.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Education (Islamic Education) explores current debates, theories and research specific to Islamic education.
You’ll earn a respected and relevant qualification with a curriculum shaped by leading research in the field. With Islamic schools expanding globally, a postgraduate qualification dedicated to Islamic education can help widen your career opportunities.
You’ll be equipped with an advanced body of knowledge to engage in reflective practice in a range of classroom settings. Learn professional education approaches tailored to the needs of Muslim students across diverse learning environments.
Gain the knowledge, pedagogical expertise and practical skills needed to effectively support and enhance learning for Muslim students. Your studies will be delivered part-time over two years, with all coursework available 100% online.
Key features
- Study the only qualification of its kind in Australia.
- Complete this graduate certificate 100% online and align your studies to your teaching schedule.
- Learn contemporary Islamic education aligned with Australian educational priorities.
- Enhance learning for Muslim learners in diverse educational settings.
- Use this qualification as a pathway to further postgraduate study.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete 24 units comprising four core courses. Each course is worth six units.
Core courses
Complete 24 units for all of the following:
- Islamic Pedagogy: Principles and Praxis
- Islamic Pedagogy: Quality Teaching and Learning
- Islamic Pedagogy: Managing Learning Environments
- Islamic Education: Critical Perspectives on Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved one of the following minimum entry requirements and fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed bachelor's (AQF level 7) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A minimum of five years of relevant work experience.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
You will gain the skills needed to address the needs of Muslim students better and enhance the overall quality of their educational experience.
Career outcomes
The Graduate Certificate in Education (Islamic Education) will prepare you to seek employment in Islamic schools.
If you are a current educator, this qualification will enhance your prospects for promotion and prepare you for new roles within Islamic educational settings.
Fees and CSP
Estimated student contribution amount per 0.5 EFTSL (24 units) in 2026: $2,369 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Commonwealth-supported students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution. Where the duration of the program is less than one year, the total cost of the program is displayed.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
A Commonwealth Supported Place is a higher education place where the Australian Government subsidises your fees so that you only pay a portion through a student contribution amount.
The amount of student contribution you’ll pay depends on:
- Number of courses you are enrolled in.
- Unit value of courses.
- Funding cluster your courses fall under.
A HECS-HELP loan allows students to borrow from the Australian Government to cover some or all of their student contribution. To be eligible for HECS-HELP, you must be studying in a Commonwealth Supported Place.