University of New South Wales

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Education (Secondary) at the University of New South Wales is tailored for individuals aspiring to become secondary school teachers. This program blends theoretical foundations with practical teaching skills, allowing students to focus on a specific subject area, such as English, history, languages, Indigenous studies, drama, geography, music, or sociology.

Graduates will obtain a professional teaching qualification alongside a degree in Arts from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at UNSW. The curriculum includes substantial hands-on teaching practice, with opportunities for up to 80 days of supervised teaching experience in various secondary school settings during the latter part of the program.

What you'll study

Core Courses Include:

• Educational Psychology
• Indigenous Perspectives in Education
• Learning and Teaching: Language, Literacy, and Numeracy
• Professional Experience
• Special Education: Inclusive Strategies

Entry requirements

While specific standardized test requirements may not be outlined, applicants are typically expected to meet general academic criteria for admission.

English Language Requirements:

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the following assessments:

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 94
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 65
• IELTS: Minimum score of 7.0

Additional requirements may include proof of English proficiency based on educational background and citizenship, particularly for non-native speakers.

Career prospects

• Secondary School Teacher
• Education Policy Analyst
• Corporate Trainer
• Consultant in Customer Relations and Management
• Educational Program Coordinator

Upon completion of the program, graduates may also qualify for a post-study work permit in Australia, allowing them to gain work experience for a specified period after graduation, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.