Graduate Certificate
1 semester
5-Star Ratings*
for Student Teacher Ratio, Skills Development and Full-Time Employment.
Graduate Ratings
#1 in Australia for Collaborative Skills and #2 for Employer Overall Satisfaction (2025 QILT ESS).
#1 in WA and NSW
for Teaching Quality (For Rehabilitation; Science and Mathematics) GUG 2026.
*Good Universities Guide 2026, undergraduate and postgraduate categories.
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What is a postgraduate degree?
A postgraduate degree is an advanced program that usually requires an undergraduate qualification such as a bachelor’s program for entry (though in some cases, relevant workplace experience may be accepted). Postgrad study is a great way to enhance your skills and knowledge to progress your career, or even to qualify for a new profession.
Domestic postgraduate guide
Learn more about navigating your next career move with our range of postgraduate programs.
Online study
Study a 100% online postgraduate program and let your study work around you.
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Short courses
Upskill and broaden your expertise with Notre Dame University’s selection of short courses.
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Postgraduate study options
Graduate Certificate
We offer a range of Graduate Certificates that can be completed in as little as 6 months full-time.
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Master’s (coursework)
Advance your career by obtaining a Master’s qualification by coursework.
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Typical postgraduate program durations
(based on full-time enrolment)
Some programs build on each other, so you can dip your toes in with a shorter course before taking the plunge into a longer one.
Graduate Diploma
2 semesters or 1 year
Masters
1-2 years
PhD or professional doctorate
4 years
Part-time enrolment is also available, so you can take one or two courses at a time to fit in around your other commitments.
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Graduate Diploma of Architectural Studies
School of Arts & Sciences
Applying to Notre Dame
We know you’re a person, not a number.
We recognise the experience, skills and knowledge you bring to postgraduate study. With a diverse range of disciplines and study modes available, you can upskill, change career, or pursue your passion with a postgraduate qualification from Notre Dame.
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Tell us about your extracurricular, community and academic achievements and contributions.
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