Course level

Graduate Diploma courses in Australia

Every CRICOS-registered graduate diploma course delivered to international students in Australia, organised by state and city. Sourced from the official CRICOS register.

Graduate Diploma sits at AQF level 8 on the Australian Qualifications Framework — a higher-education qualification recognised across Australia and by employers and registered providers internationally.

8 state & territory pages
0 city pages
8 total graduate diploma guides
Data: CRICOS register, April 2026

About Graduate Diploma courses in Australia

Career outcomes

Graduate diplomas (AQF Level 8) sit between graduate certificate and masters. They are often used as a one-year postgraduate qualification or as an exit/entry point within a masters structure.

Popular providers

Widely offered by universities; some private higher-education providers also deliver specialised graduate diplomas on CRICOS.

Duration & indicative fees

Typically about 1 year full-time. Fees are usually proportional to a single year of the related masters programme.

Registration & regulation

TEQSA higher-education quality framework applies. Check whether the graduate diploma alone supports the professional or migration outcome you want, or whether a masters is required.

Last reviewed: 20 August 2026. Data: CRICOS register, April 2026.

Graduate Diploma by state & territory 8

Frequently asked questions

What AQF level is a Graduate Diploma?
A Graduate Diploma sits at AQF level 8 on the Australian Qualifications Framework. Use the state and city guides on this page to find CRICOS-registered programmes at that level.
Can international students study a Graduate Diploma in Australia?
Yes — if the specific course appears on CRICOS and you hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a registered provider. You will also need to meet Student visa (Subclass 500), OSHC and Genuine Student requirements.
How do I choose a Graduate Diploma provider?
Compare CRICOS course codes, duration weeks, indicative fees, delivery city, and any professional accreditation you need. Start with the state or city pages linked below, then open individual course and provider profiles.

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