Through the Graduate Certificate program in English, the School of English offers a flexible and articulated sequence of postgraduate coursework degrees.

The Graduate Certificate (program 7325, plan code ENGLAS7325) aims to make available a vocationally relevant certificate enabling students to upgrade their knowledge and skills. To complete the program, students are required to take one course from the list of core courses, plus one course from the list of electives below. The certificate is offered 4 hours per week over one session or 2 hours per week over two sessions. Students who successfully complete the 2 courses may apply to upgrade to enrolment in either the Graduate Diploma (requiring completion of a further 2 courses) or the Master of Arts degree (requiring a further 4 courses). The Graduate Certificate also provides a possible exit point for students who find they are unable to complete the MA (Pass) program due to changing commitments at work or at home.

The normal requirement for entry to the Graduate Certificate within the School of English is a BA with a major in English or in a related area, preferably at Credit level or higher. The School particularly encourages applications from primary and secondary teachers. Our program includes new courses which deal directly with material relevant to the new HSC English curriculum. Applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide a sample of their critical writing in English. Applications from other appropriately qualified people to any of our programs will be considered on an individual basis. Entry to individual courses may be permitted at the discretion of the Head of School.