Why study Education and Teaching at UNE?

As our population grows, so does demand for teachers in our schools, from early childhood, through primary and secondary school, and even into vocational and tertiary institutions. With a degree in education, you will be in a unique and privileged position to make a worthwhile contribution to society. Become a role model for others while building leadership skills that will help you advance your career in education or heighten your employability in other fields. 

UNE provides a range of quality programs in Early Childhood, Primary Teaching, Secondary Teaching, Special and Inclusive Education and Training and Development and all are available for study online, meaning you can be preparing for your new career, while still participating in your current one. Our Teaching Solution Finder can help you find the best pathway to becoming a teacher — just answer a few quick questions to find your pathway. 

The Australian Government (Labour Market Insights) predicts growth in the primary and secondary school sectors over the coming years, with strong growth in early childhood education, and average weekly salaries ranging from $1,801 up to almost $2,000.  

Take advantage of the vast opportunities in education by choosing to study with a university rated five stars for Teaching Quality and Overall Experience in Education and training (Good Universities Guide).

Explore our Education and Teaching disciplines and courses now. 

 

Courses by study level

  • Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own 4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
  • ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
  • ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
  • ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units from any of the available units in a degree to create a Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
  • ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.

Education and Teaching careers

Qualified teachers are increasingly in-demand. An education qualification can help you to future fit your career as an:

  • early childhood teacher
  • primary school teacher
  • high school teacher
  • TAFE teacher
  • professional development educator
  • education consultant
  • VET sector teacher.

A five-star experience

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Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row

UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience

Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
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No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience

QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience

QILT Student Experience Survey
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Five Stars for
Teaching Quality

UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality

Good Universities Guide 2024

What happens next?

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1. Decide on your course

Got any questions about a course you would like to study? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our Future Student team is standing by to help.

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2. Apply

2024 applications are now open. The application process only takes 20 minutes to complete. Don’t delay, apply now!

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3. Receive an offer, enrol and start studying

Your start date is based on the study period you choose to apply for.