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Graduate Certificate in Education (International Baccalaureate) DP (GC-EDIBDPO) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

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Professional accreditation

The course is accredited by the International Baccalaureate®.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Education (International Baccalaureate) DP should be able to:



  • Demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills to perform competently as an IB teacher;
  • Comprehend the intellectual, social and psychological aspects of their IB work with learners and synthesise theory and practice;
  • Understand the key concepts of IB curriculum policy formation and IB curriculum development;
  • Evaluate and use constructive criticism of their own work and of the institutions in which they teach;
  • Develop theoretical understandings of the International Baccalaureate; and
  • Demonstrate an understanding of curriculum delivery modes of the IB as a model for professional learning.

Graduate attributes

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate of Education (International Baccalaureate) DP engage with national and global issues and are attuned to internationalism and cultural diversity. They can apply knowledge and information in classrooms in a range of contexts and are effective oral and written communicators.

Graduates have engaged with contemporary local, national and global issues and developed an understanding of the International Baccalaureate’s mission, purpose and philosphophy. They have a high regard for human rights, social inclusion, ethics and the environment. Graduates of the Graduate Certificate of Education (International Baccalaureate) DP are aware of the social and cultural diversity in communities and can work collaboratively with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Last updated: 21 February 2025