Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice (GCUTP)
Information valid for students commencing 2026
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2026
Semester 1 (16 Feb, 2026)
Semester 2 (20 Jul, 2026)
Summer Semester (23 Nov, 2026)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5775
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
External, St Lucia
Attendance mode
External, In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Duration
This program is not available to international students
Commencing 2026
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5775
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
External, St Lucia
Attendance mode
External, In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- a bachelor¿s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, and
- be in current employment at UQ with teaching responsibilities (full-time, part-time or sessional) for the full duration of the program (2 years), and
- signed support from head of school or supervisor.
- The Director of ITaLI may limit places depending on availability.
- Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on Curriculum Vitae (CV) and recent teaching practice.
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Why study the Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice?
If you currently teach at UQ and want to enhance your employment opportunities globally, then the Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice is for you. Eligible staff will gain advanced teaching and learning skills, and graduate with internationally recognised teaching credentials for university educators and accreditation as an HEA Associate Fellow and HEA Fellow. Completing the program can also lead to publication in academic journals and support future teaching awards and grant applications. It will also support you in demonstrating the capabilities outlined in UQ's APD process.
What you can study
The program is designed to support the development of skills and knowledge areas associated with teaching and learning in a higher education context in the areas of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
- a bachelor¿s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, and
- be in current employment at UQ with teaching responsibilities (full-time, part-time or sessional) for the full duration of the program (2 years), and
- signed support from head of school or supervisor.
- The Director of ITaLI may limit places depending on availability.
- Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on Curriculum Vitae (CV) and recent teaching practice.
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the .
Click here for application procedures for International students.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice
Careers
The Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice offers scholarly, research-informed professional learning opportunities for those seeking a career in teaching in higher education and related industry settings. This includes professional and academic staff, tutors, course coordinators and research-focused staff with teaching experience.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- HEA Fellowship
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- ADVANCE HE
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice
To complete the Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice
To graduate with a Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
