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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 guides
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.
Discover our new postgraduate programs
Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
NewSchool of Nursing & Midwifery
Graduate Certificate in Wellbeing in Education
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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.
How to apply
Tell us about your extracurricular, community and academic achievements and contributions.
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Study online with Notre Dame University.
We understand that life is busy, so our flexible online postgraduate programs are designed to fit around your other commitments, and our supportive staff are here to help you achieve your goals.
Experience unparalleled opportunities Boosting your employability
By studying at Notre Dame University, you enjoy unparalleled opportunities to develop the skills and experience necessary to give you a competitive edge in the ever-evolving employment marketplace.
Practical workplace experience embedded in your program
Practical experience forms part of some programs at Notre Dame University, which means you benefit from numerous opportunities to develop and refine the skills needed to enhance your employability.
Learn from expert lecturers and industry leaders
Rest assured knowing that you’re learning from the best and developing the most up-to-date and applicable skills and knowledge relevant to your field of study.
Access to 24/7 career services
We offer a 24/7 career service platform, which is full of helpful resources to support your career journey.
Develop transferrable skills with our Core Curriculum
The Core Curriculum is embedded in Graduate Diplomas and Masters by Coursework programs. It is a distinguishing characteristic of a Notre Dame education and provides our graduates with transferrable skills that are integral to every industry, vocation and profession.
Scholarships and Fees
Notre Dame University can support your continued professional development, offering a wide range of scholarships for postgraduate study and Alumni Advantage savings.
We offer a wide range of scholarships for both prospective and current postgraduate students.
Postgraduate scholarships
Notre Dame offers a wide range of scholarships for both prospective and current postgraduate students.
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Alumni Advantage
Alumni Advantage is a 10% tuition fee saving to support your continuing professional development.
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Student stories
Carmen Research student
“Notre Dame has enabled me to achieve well beyond my own expectations, and I attribute this fully to the unique one-on-one support I have received throughout my post-graduate experience.”
Kate Teaching student
“I think the big advantage of the Master of Teaching for me was that I feel so much more involved and active in the actual studying.”
Brandon Architecture student
“Notre Dame’s ethical approach to architecture helps you think about the things that really matter in this field.”
Fabio Business student
“They both had a very strong background in research so they could really give me the proper advice in order to deliver my thesis to a very high standard.”
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