The field of education includes a range of professional roles that require comprehensive understanding of the education curriculum and advanced communication skills.

In this degree you will learn about the field of education from the perspective of someone who isn’t intending to seek registration as a qualified school teacher.

You’ll explore core learning areas of the curriculum and learn how to respond to the diverse needs of students.

You’ll examine mentoring, leadership and research within an educational environment. This knowledge is useful for those working in education administration and management teams. You can specialise in early years and primary education or in secondary education.

After you graduate from this course, if you are interested in seeking registration as a qualified teacher, you can apply for entry into our initial teacher education courses and apply for Credit for Recognised Learning for units you have completed.

Please note: this course is not accredited by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia. The course is therefore not suited to those who wish to register as a teacher.

Why study

• You will be taught by staff who are at the top of their disciplinary field from across the University representing a high level of expertise. This course aligns with the units offered in the teacher education courses and so is equal in quality and rigour.
• Curtin's education courses were ranked in the top 100 in the world in the 2019 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
• Curtin has a long history of excellence in the area of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) which are key areas of focus in education. 
• You will be immersed in a digitally rich e-learning environment that complements your studies and enhances your teaching skills. You will be encouraged to participate in the learning process and acquire the skills needed to be digitally fluent.
• The School is proud of its consistently positive feedback from employers who say Curtin teachers are of excellent quality and well prepared for the education industry.

How this course will make you industry ready

The units in this course will enable graduates to design and develop learning for specified groups of students.

You will be equipped with knowledge about the school curriculum in all subject areas, as well as the ways in which children and adolescents learn.

You'll develop the skills to be able to design and develop learning programs for individuals and target groups.

Careers

• Education administrator
• Education policy developer
• Coach / mentor
• Curriculum designer
• Teaching support officer

Industries

• Early, primary and secondary education (government and non-government) 

Graduates may seek employment in education related fields such as tutoring, training and developing education programs for a variety of organisations.