Learn to teach drama in preparation for a dynamic career in education
Education is a dynamic and rapidly evolving field where passionate drama teachers are in high demand. Teachers with practical drama expertise who can embrace rapid advancements in technology will find themselves highly sought-after.
UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in drama teaching designed to provide you with the practical classroom skills you’ll need to secure your career in arts education. Our drama teaching courses focus on developing students' confidence, creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills through the medium of drama. We also cover student engagement, data analysis, curriculum assessment, advancing technology in the classroom and interpersonal skills, ensuring that you are well-equipped to succeed in the classroom and contribute to the profession.
The majority of our students opt for online education, where they become part of a community of adults who pool their life and work experiences to form tangible networks for the future. Those who study on-campus enjoy accommodation, athletics facilities and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.
Thanks to our history of preparing adults for the ever-evolving job market, with UNE you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in education, whether you choose to work in the classroom or take your teaching skills to the world. Our commitment to creating future-fit drama teachers is reflected in student feedback. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the study options related to drama teaching on offer at UNE.
Courses by study level
Expand and hone your teaching knowledge while building a highly valuable breadth of skills with the UNE Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching). This is a dual sector degree giving you the flexibility to teach in both primary and secondary schools. It is accredited with the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) and is designed to meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. In this course you will have the opportunity to specialise in subject areas that interest you most and gain experience in teaching to a wide range of age groups, culminating in sought-after skills to future-proof your education career.
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
- On Campus
Whether you are looking to re-train to become a Primary or Secondary school teacher, teach different subjects or upgrade your teaching accreditation, the UNE Bachelor of Education (In-Service Conversion) provides a flexible pathway to pivot and grow as an in-demand education professional. Upskill and enhance your on-the-pulse skills for the benefit of your career, your students and the profession at large. Stay relevant and pave the way for a successful teaching career in a supportive, flexible environment.
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
This flexible education degree incorporates a wide range of subjects to prepare you to work in a range of educational fields, including training and management environments. With UNE’s Bachelor of Educational Studies, you will learn in a flexible and supportive environment. Hone your skills to be transferable across a range of contexts and future-proof your career.
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 8 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
Special and inclusive education is rapidly evolving, and with it the demand for specialists in the field is larger than ever. UNE’s Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education (Primary) equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to become a sought-after teacher who makes a valued and rewarding contribution to children’s abilities and development. Create an open and supportive learning environment to engage students with diverse needs and make a real difference in primary schools by helping children develop, grow, and build their confidence.
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
UNE’s Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) offers a comprehensive program of study that provides you with the knowledge and practical skills to become a highly sought-after secondary school teacher.
Develop your teaching skills in a supportive, flexible environment. Learn how to create open and encouraging learning environments that put your students' individual learning styles at the forefront. By studying at UNE, you will become an in-demand secondary teacher who makes a difference.
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
Accelerate your career opportunities with the UNE Master of Teaching (Secondary). Gain the specialist knowledge and skills you need to become a sought-after teacher who makes a difference. Study online or on campus in a flexible timeframe that suits your lifestyle. Be positioned at the forefront of educational expertise to make your education career goals a reality.
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
- On Campus
The UNE Master of Teaching (Primary) is designed to prepare postgraduate students with the knowledge and skills for teaching in contemporary primary school environments. Gain teaching skills informed by the latest research, learn from our internationally regarded staff and hone your skills in a wide variety of practical experiences, both online and in the classroom.
If you are a graduate considering a career move which makes a difference, there has never been a better time to study the Master of Teaching (Primary) with UNE.
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work with you to design a course to match your skills and aspirations.
You will have the freedom to assemble your course from a full breadth of subjects, play to your strengths and draw from your experience to achieve your goals. Learn in a way that suits your timeframe and do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor — with one-on-one guidance from start to finish. You'll be paving your pathway to the next stage of your career.
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new career direction, we will work with you to customise a course to match your skills and aspirations.
Choose from a full breadth of subjects. Avoid getting bogged down in a lengthy, traditional course, and instead, play to your natural strengths, refine your skills and draw on your experience to prepare for the future. And do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor with 1:1 guidance from start to finish.
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.
When you complete your PhD at UNE, you will be recognised as an expert in your area of study. Your original discoveries and innovations will be applied to benefit society and industry in Australia and worldwide.
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- Online
- On Campus
Practice-based research drives better decisions, stronger services and measurable outcomes. UNE’s Professional Doctorate provides foundational research training with a research thesis, supporting experienced professionals to contribute to the development of original knowledge that improves professional practice in their fields.
Co-design a workplace-embedded project with your UNE supervision team and your organisation, aligning rigorous methods with real-world challenges. Your examinable output is tailored to your discipline — for example, a thesis, a dissertation with artefacts, or an exegesis with a portfolio of creative, technical or performance works.
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform decision-making in your specialist area.
You will work independently, with personalised support from recognised experts in your area of study every step of the way. Expand your expertise, hone your research skills, and immediately apply your knowledge in a research topic of your choice.
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the subjects that matter most to you? That’s what a Non-Award unit with UNE will help you to achieve.
Non-Award study means you can learn without the need to complete entire course requirements or take on a full course load. Whether it’s a language you want to learn, a business unit to enhance your career, an improvement of your IT skills, an update on education principles or developing your management style, Non-Award study gives you the flexibility and control to explore what matters to you.
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross-institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of UNE's discipline areas.
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
Why study with us?

The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.
Greg KemmettFind the right major or specialisation for your studies in Teaching Drama
UNE’s drama education courses give teachers the skills they need to be flexible and innovative as technology advances and impacts the way students learn. Become an inspiring drama teacher and stay at the forefront of the arts and education. Explore the education course options now.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Become future-fit with practical drama teaching skills and learn how to nurture your students to create their best work using tested methods and current tech. UNE’s expertise in fostering educators will develop your digital and personal abilities to …
Become future-fit with practical drama teaching skills and learn how to nurture your students to create their best work using tested methods and current tech. UNE’s expertise in fostering educators will develop your digital and personal abilities to sustain your place in the education sector.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Hone a diverse range of performance skills and strengthen your position in the world of stage and screen with UNE’s esteemed drama educators. Develop practical techniques that will ensure that you are sought after to meet the increase in demand that …
Hone a diverse range of performance skills and strengthen your position in the world of stage and screen with UNE’s esteemed drama educators. Develop practical techniques that will ensure that you are sought after to meet the increase in demand that the rise of streaming services has created.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop your ability to captivate your audience, whether they be seated in a cinema, a theatre, a court of law or a boardroom. Strengthen your public speaking skills for an evolving multimedia global world and enhance your confidence when you learn…
Develop your ability to captivate your audience, whether they be seated in a cinema, a theatre, a court of law or a boardroom. Strengthen your public speaking skills for an evolving multimedia global world and enhance your confidence when you learn the art of performance from UNE’s experts.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Master of Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
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Careers in Teaching Drama
By studying drama teaching with UNE, you will develop the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of schools and educational settings. With the need for dedicated teaching staff set to rise, professionals with skillsets in drama teaching and the capacity to inspire others and assess and guide their learning in a positive and practical way could find employment as a:
- Drama teacher
Teach drama and theatre arts to students at various educational levels, from primary schools to universities. - Theatre director
Oversee the creative aspects of a theatrical production, including casting, rehearsals, and performances. - Arts administrator
Manage the operations and finances of arts organisations, such as theatres, drama schools, and cultural institutions. - Event producer
Plan and coordinate events, including theatrical performances, ensuring all technical and artistic elements come together successfully. - Scriptwriter
Create scripts for theatre productions, television shows, or films, shaping the narrative and dialogue. - Curriculum developer
Design and implement drama education programs, often working with schools or drama schools to create engaging curricula. - Critic
Write reviews and critiques of theatrical performances for newspapers, magazines, or online publications. - Theatre technician
Work behind the scenes to operate lighting, sound, and stage equipment during productions.
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