Graduate Certificate Curriculum & Instruction Full Time

Graduate Certificate in Evaluation

at University of Melbourne · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

073591A

CRICOS provider code

00116K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$18,064 total

Per year

A$36,128/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Evaluation at the University of Melbourne offers you a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices underpinning evaluation in educational and organisational contexts. Covering methodologies, theory, and applied skills, the course is designed to develop your ability to plan, conduct, and interpret systematic evaluations of programs, curricula, policies, and interventions.

This graduate certificate is structured around units of study, typically delivered over a single 26-week period, and students earn credit points towards this Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 8 award. Classes may include a combination of lectures, workshops, collaborative projects, and case-based learning, allowing you to engage with real-world evaluation projects as part of your development.

Throughout the course, you will gain practical skills in designing evaluation frameworks, analysing quantitative and qualitative data, and effectively communicating findings to stakeholders. Emphasis is placed on standards relevant to the Australian education sector, public policy, and the broader not-for-profit and consulting landscapes. This program may incorporate elements of work-integrated learning or connection with industry through project-based assignments.

The Graduate Certificate in Evaluation is ideal for professionals from education, government, health, community organisations, and corporate settings seeking to build expertise in assessing program effectiveness. It equips graduates with the critical thinking and technical abilities necessary to thrive in the Australian and international workforce. International students benefit from access to post-study work rights under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), and all eligible students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. For entry and detailed credit information, visit the university’s official page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Evaluation officer or specialist in education, health, or public policy sectors
Research officer in government departments or non-government organisations
Curriculum evaluator for schools, TAFE, or higher education providers
Program analyst in consulting firms or social impact agencies
Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) roles in international development agencies

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Evaluation at University of Melbourne?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$18,064 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Evaluation officer or specialist in education, health, or public policy sectorsResearch officer in government departments or non-government organisationsCurriculum evaluator for schools, TAFE, or higher education providersProgram analyst in consulting firms or social impact agenc...

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