Graduate Diploma in Education (Islamic Education)

This graduate diploma has been developed to meet the needs of educators in Islamic schools or educators in state and private schools with a high percentage of Muslim students.

It has been designed in collaboration with our research and industry partners to provide you with the knowledge, pedagogical and practical skills to promote learning for Muslim students in diverse educational settings.

If you wish to contribute to research development in Islamic education, and education more broadly, you can also use this qualification as a pathway to a Master of Education and doctoral studies.

This qualification is highly flexible in its delivery, you can study full-time or part-time and all courses are offered online, offering flexibility so you can tailor your studies to your teaching schedule.

If you decide to exit this program after the first four courses, you will receive a Graduate Certificate in Education (Islamic Education).

Entry requirements

The Graduate Diploma in Education (Islamic Education) offers professional learning aligned with contemporary educational polices, standards and practices, within the framework of Islamic teaching.

The courses you will study relate to contemporary issues, and include themes of student wellbeing and managing learning environments. You will develop skills to better meet the needs, and improve the quality of education, for Muslim students.

You will graduate with foundations in contemporary Islamic theology, and in Islamic teaching across a range of diverse educational settings for Muslim students.

If you wish to contribute to research development in Islamic education, and education more broadly, you could consider continuing with a Master of Education or a PhD. If you decide to exit this program after the first four courses, you will receive a Graduate Certificate in Education (Islamic Education).

For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects and contribute to online discussion forums. So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12 – 26 hours of study when at university and 14 – 28 hours of independent study per week.

Your studies at UniSA will incorporate both practical, professionally focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

The program has been developed collaboratively with stakeholders and our research partners to provide studies and research development that meets the needs of a growing educational sector.

Our Centre for Islamic Thought and Education (CITE) works in partnership with the Islamic Schools Association of Australia (ISAA) as well as curriculum partners nationally and internationally. Researchers engage in first-class and cutting-edge academic research with a focus on Islam and Muslims within an Australian/Western context.

Our teaching staff and many of our academics are also highly regarded researchers, and you may have the opportunity to work alongside these practicing professionals throughout your study.

We also host regular University-wide , and in Australia and overseas.

Your career

As a graduate of this qualification, you could reasonably expect to find employment in Islamic schools or possibly Madrassahs, Pesantrens, or in state and private schools with a high percentage of Muslim students. Educational settings could range from early childhood to school learning.

If you wish to contribute to research development in Islamic education, and education more broadly, you could consider continuing with a Master of Education or a PhD.

Applying to study with us:

• go to the top of this page and make note of the SATAC code, then click Apply
• you will be redirected through to the SATAC website to continue your application

Our campuses have fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, tech zones, and areas that simulate real work environments. You’ll also find student gyms and campus sport activities to keep you active. We also offer flexible study options, with online resources available for accessing lecture recordings, virtual classrooms, library resources and learning support.

Adelaide has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation or private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages for plenty of options. If you need somewhere to live, our new student accommodation by urbanest is on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, a perfect location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.

Our student support services can make your life at university easier. We provide a full range of support services including academic and personal counselling. You can also access a range of services through our students association, USASA. When you become a UniSA student you can contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your enrolment, ID cards, fees, timetables and any other questions you might have.

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with advanced facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, laboratories, and areas that simulate real work environments.