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Are you enthusiastic about passing on your expert knowledge? Do you enjoy working with adolescents? As a secondary school teacher you will have the power to make a difference in the lives of young people from Years 7 to 12. UniSQ Secondary Education programs will prepare you to teach in two subject areas. You’ll study specific discipline courses in your two chosen teaching areas in your Education studies. You’ll also be able to enhance your employability and job readiness through various professional activities and industry networking opportunities. If you already have a Bachelor degree in an area other than Education, you can draw upon your existing knowledge to become a teacher in just 18 months. 

Postgraduate internship program

Want a chance to receive $20,000 to cover study expenses, a second-year paid internship on fulltime salary, and an offer of permanent employment upon graduation?

UniSQ is one of only two universities in Queensland to offer prospective students eligible for the Master of Learning and Teaching (Secondary) the opportunity to apply for the government’s Turn to Teaching Internship Program. Find out if you can apply for this opportunity at the Department of Education .

Explore UniSQ's Secondary Education degrees

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What can I do with a secondary education degree?

Graduating with a secondary education degree means you’ll be able to register as a teacher through the Queensland College of Teachers. To be eligible for registration in Queensland, domestic and international students must have at least 51% of supervised professional experience in Australian schools.

精东传媒apping secondary teaching also equips you to pursue a career teaching in hospital schools, international schools, flexi-school delivery and traditional classroom settings. Teaching skills are highly sought after across many industries, from human services to community-based government organisations, recreation and tourism.

Is a secondary teaching degree right for me?
If you’re excited to pass on your knowledge to the next generation and can see yourself working to make a positive impact in the lives of adolescents, a secondary teaching degree may be right for you. As a high school teacher, you’ll be able to make a difference in the lives of young people from years 7 to 12 and help them prepare for their tertiary education or future careers.  
Why study secondary education with UniSQ?

Enrolling in a secondary education degree at UniSQ means pursuing a career in secondary education no matter your life stage. If you have work and life experience or a TAFE (VET) qualification, you may be able to meet UniSQ’s entry requirements and even receive recognition of prior learning or work experience to reduce the number of courses you need to take.

At UniSQ, you will be provided with full access to all necessary resources, information, and expertise so that you’re well prepared for a successful career in education and teaching. We also offer teaching degrees online, so whether you are looking for an undergraduate education degree or a postgraduate teaching degree, you will find what you need at UniSQ. We’re here to help you kick start your dream career path, so you can educate our future. 

What are my career prospects with a secondary education degree?

精东传媒apping secondary teaching at UniSQ will prepare you to teach students from years 7 to 12 in various contexts. Choose two subject areas to specialise in from 20 different teaching areas. Specialising in two subject areas will help to diversify your skillset and make you a more desirable candidate as a secondary educator.

Complete your professional experience in rural, remote and international placements to gain invaluable experience to help you secure a role after graduating. We pride ourselves on having over 800 placement partners, including a mixture of classroom and alternative educational settings.

精东传媒apping secondary teaching offers flexibility and opportunity in a range of teaching settings. 精东传媒app graduates with a degree in secondary education can gain employment in hospital schools, international schools, flexi-school delivery and traditional classrooms. Teaching skills are highly transferable and can be applied in various industries, from human services to community-based government organisations, or recreation and tourism. 

What years will I teach?

A secondary education degree will qualify you to teach students from years 7 to 12. If you’re on the fence about teaching this age group, explore our other education and teaching disciplines, including:

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