Australian Qualifications

Study at an Australian university means you’ll receive a high quality, internationally recognised qualification.

Australian universities follow a national set of qualifications which are endorsed by the Australian government. This means that there is national and international recognition of each qualification and the education level it serves. This is a definite advantage if you wish to use your qualification internationally, or if you decide to complete further education at a different university to your original choice.

In Australia, as in the UK, ‘higher education’ refers to education taken after the completion of secondary school. The qualification system is very similar to that of the UK, so it will not require lengthy investigation to understand the different degrees available. This also means that it will be even easier to use your Australian qualification in the UK, as the title will be instantly recognisable to potential employers.

By studying abroad, you distinguish yourself from your peers by demonstrating that you are independent, ambitious and responsible. This is a definite advantage in today’s competitive employment market.

Australia’s higher education qualifications are summarised in the tables below.

Undergraduate Qualifications

General program length (full-time study)

Diploma

1.5-2 years

Advanced Diploma

2-3 years

Associate Degree

2 years

Bachelor Degree

3-4 years

Once you have completed your undergraduate qualifications you are eligible for postgraduate study, the qualifications for which are:

Postgraduate Qualifications

General program length (full-time study)

Graduate Certificate

0.5 years

Graduate Diploma

1 year

Master Degree

1-2 years

Doctoral Degree

3-4 years

* Different universities have differing entry and pre-requisite subject requirements and it is best to contact them directly for specific entrance requirements.

* Qualification information taken from the AQF website

* UK degree information gathered from Study UK