University of New South Wales

Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Develop the knowledge and practical capability to design, implement and evaluate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that foster more inclusive and equitable workplaces.

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Course overview

The Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is designed for professionals who want to build the knowledge and practical capability to create more inclusive workplace cultures. It provides a strong foundation in contemporary DEI principles, preparing you to contribute to organisational initiatives that promote equity, inclusion and employee wellbeing across a range of professional settings.

By exploring the relationship between diversity, inclusion, organisational culture and workplace wellbeing, you'll strengthen your ability to design, implement and evaluate initiatives that support meaningful organisational change. The opportunity to tailor your learning through electives in areas such as human resource management, leadership and organisational development allows you to align your studies with your professional interests and career goals.

Completed part-time over eight months, the program is delivered 100% online, allowing you to balance postgraduate study with professional and personal commitments. The program combines foundational study with elective choice, enabling you to develop knowledge that supports inclusive leadership and meaningful organisational change across a range of workplace settings.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $5,125
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
24th August, 2026
19th October, 2026
11th January, 2027
8th March, 2027
3rd May, 2027
28th June, 2027
23rd August, 2027
18th October, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

To earn the Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, you must successfully complete four courses from the following:

Core units
  • Employee Wellbeing and Engagement
  • Sustainability and Human Resources
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Elective units

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, you must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification).
  • A minimum of three years of relevant or professional experience* in analytics, clerical or administrative work in a commercial, not-for-profit or public service organisation or other analytics-related positions.​

Relevant experience includes being responsible for tasks that are non-routine, unstructured, or semi-structured, and engaging in problem-solving activities. It can include the experience of managing a small team, being a team leader, managing a project, or being responsible for the management and allocation of resources. Alternatively, engaging in a professional role over a period of time is relevant experience.

English language requirements

You may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. UNSW requires a minimum level of English language competency for enrolment. English language skills are essential for webinar comprehension and the completion of coursework, assignments and examinations.

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you will be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses.
  • Prior study in the medium of English.
  • Other qualifications.
  • English waivers.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

  • Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
  • Employee Engagement Specialist
  • DEI Program Officer
  • Workplace Wellbeing Advisor
  • HR Policy Advisor (DEI Focus)
  • Sustainability and Inclusion Specialist
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist (DEI Focus)
  • Organisational Development Assistant
  • Community Engagement Officer
  • Culture and Inclusion Analyst

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $20,500  (Full-fee paying place)

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.