Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education)

You will complete four professional placements in schools totalling 720 hours of supervised teaching practice, undertaken in full-time blocks regardless of your study mode. These include: a two-week full-time block in the first year, a three-week full-time block in the second year, a three-week full-time block in the third year, and a block of one full school term (typically 10 weeks) in the fourth year. You may also be able to undertake a rural, interstate or overseas placement.

You can choose from the following majors: English, Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) (Geography), HASS (History), HASS (Economics), HASS (Politics and Law), Physical Education, Mathematics, Science (Biology), Science (Chemistry), Science (Human Biology), Science (Psychology), Science (Physics), The Arts (Drama), The Arts (Media Production and Analysis), and The Arts (Visual Arts). You can also complement your major with either a minor teaching area or an extension of your major teaching area.

Yes, this course is accredited in Western Australia by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia, and is also recognised by countries that recognise Australian teaching qualifications.

If you achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 70 and meet all other entry requirements, you are guaranteed a place in this course.

In addition to your chosen major, you will study units that establish your understanding of teaching practice, such as educational psychology, Indigenous education, and teaching students with diverse learning needs. All units are mapped to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, ensuring you graduate with the relevant competencies required to teach successfully. Throughout your studies, you will also build a professional digital portfolio that showcases your teaching abilities to potential employers.