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The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award

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What is the Duke of Ed?

  • A youth development program aimed to empower young Australians aged 13-25 to explore their full potential.
  • It’s voluntary

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  • AAFC Staff can complete this program too

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The Award Framework

  • Bronze, Silver and Gold Levels, each with an increasing duration of commitment

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  • The Award has 4 sections
  • Gold Level has a 5th section

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Sections

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Benefits

  • Duke of Ed Employer Program
  • Bonus ATAR Adjustments
  • Special university entry considerations

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Duke of Ed Employers

  • Recognises the Award in their recruitment and staff development programs

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Tertiary Placements (QLD)

  • Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) Points

Duke of Ed is a recognised course of study for QCE. You can earn up to 4 credits:

Bronze – 1 | Silver – 1 | Gold - 2

  • Bond University – Beyond Bond

Duke of Ed is an approved activity which Bond University students can choose to participate to gain points towards completing the compulsory Beyond Bond requirement.*

* Recognised only when activity is completed during a student’s time at Bond University

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Tertiary Placements (NSW)

  • UNSW Sydney – Adjustment Factors

Under the Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL) program:

For Gold – 2 Adjustment Factor Points

  • Macquarie University – Adjustment Factors

For Gold – 3 Adjustment Factor Points

For Silver – 2 Adjustment Factor Points

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Tertiary Placements (ACT)

  • UNSW Canberra / ADFA – Adjustment Factors

Under the Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL) program:

For Gold – 2 Adjustment Factor Points

  • Australian National University (ANU) – Entry Requirements

Completing a Silver or Gold Award automatically qualifies students for the co-curricular and service requirement (CSS), a mandatory section of the ANU entry application for involvement in activities outside the classroom during Years 10-12.

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Tertiary Placements (VIC)

  • La Trobe University (LTU) – Aspire Early Admissions Program

Award Participants who have completed Bronze Level or above will automatically qualify for the community engagement criteria of LTU’s Aspire program.

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Tertiary Placements (TAS)

  • Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) Points

Duke of Ed is a recognised program with the TASC. Award Holders can earn the following number of points on completion:

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Bronze - 12 TCE Credit Points

Silver Direct Entry – 15 TCE Credit Points

Silver Continuation – 8 TCE Credit Points

Gold Direct Entry – 38 TCE Credit Points

Gold Continuation (from Silver) – 19 TCE Credit Points

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Tertiary Placements (SA)

  • South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) Points

Duke of Ed is a recognised community-developed program. Award Holders can earn the following number of credits on completion:

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Bronze – 10 SACE Credits (Stage 1)

Silver Direct Entry – 20 SACE Credits (Stage 1)

Silver Continuation – 10 SACE Credits (Stage 1)

Gold – 20 SACE Credits (Stage 2)

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Tertiary Placements (WA)

  • WA Certificate of Education (WACE) Points

Duke of Ed is an endorsed program with the School Curriculum and Standards Authority. Award Holders can earn the following number of units on completion:

Bronze – 1 Unit | Silver – 2 Units | Gold – 4 Units

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In addition, the Award:

  • Will be listed on their WA Statement of Student Achievement;
  • May contribute towards the breadth-and-depth requirement of the WACE;
  • May contribute towards the C grade requirement of the WACE

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  • Edith Cowan University

Duke of Ed is an approved part of the portfolio of evidence for entry via the Experienced Based Entry Scheme.

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Cost

  • $100
  • Covers the cost of any postage, licencing, ceremonies, certificates and badges

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Ceremonies

  • Bronze / Silver – Presented by SQN/WG
  • Gold – Presented by State Governors, Governor-General, or a member of the Royal Family

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How do I sign up?

  • Talk to your Squadron Duke of Ed Coordinator

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Managers

National Headquarters

  • Staff Officer Duke of Ed – SQNLDR(AAFC) Marian Jackson (QLD)
  • Operations Officer Duke of Ed – SGT(AAFC) Marcus Ho (VIC)
  • Administration Officer Duke of Ed – SGT(AAFC) Tahliah Booth (QLD)

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  • 1 Wing (NQLD) – FLTLT(AAFC) Linda Whelan
  • 2 Wing (QLD) – SGT(AAFC) Tahliah Booth (Acting)
  • 3 Wing (NSW) – FLTLT(AAFC) Ollie Kirby
  • 4 Wing (VIC) – FLTLT(AAFC) Bree Neve
  • 5 Wing (TAS) – SQNLDR(AAFC) Felix Buckley
  • 6 Wing (SA) – FLTLT(AAFC) Kevin Lewis
  • 7 Wing (WA) – FSGT(AAFC) Steven Morganti
  • 8 Wing (NT) – WOFF(AAFC) James Brennan

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Last Updated – 18 Jan 24