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Become the teacher that students remember forever
A good teacher can have a lifelong impact. You could spark a love of learning or give someone the confidence to reach their goals.
It doesn’t matter what educational career appeals to you—whether you want to nurture younger children, cover more challenging concepts in secondary schools, or support adults with their English language skills. We can help you get there.
Popular education & teaching degrees
Undergraduate TAS-EDS-ADG
Undergraduate LAT-ECE-DEG
Postgraduate CUR-EDP-GDI
Postgraduate ACU-TEC-MAS
Popular education & teaching subjects
Undergraduate TAS-EDU102
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Why study education & teaching online through us?
Access quality university courses without needing an ATAR
Learn important theory online before completing your teaching placements close to home
Study more flexibly with single subjects, short courses and degrees available to start throughout the year
How Open Universities Australia (OUA) works
We partner with leading universities to make higher education easier for everyone to access. We're here to:
- offer you guidance on your course choices.
- unlock more flexible study options for you with your university.
- ease your mental load by supporting you with your student admin.
Education & teaching careers
Teachers are always in high demand, in Australia and all over the globe. With an education degree to your name, you’ll set yourself up for a secure and satisfying career that could take you far.Where graduates work:
Aside from a role at the front of the classroom, you could become an administrator in a school, an organiser for an education union, or develop policy for a government department.How to become a teacher in Australia:
If you’d like to teach in Australia, you need to:- Decide whether you want to teach early learning, primary or secondary school students.
- Choose a four-year accredited undergraduate degree or a two-year accredited postgraduate degree, such as those offered through Open Universities Australia.
- Gain registration with your state or territory’s education board.
Do online teaching courses offer practical placements?
Yes, many education and teaching courses offered through Open Universities Australia allow you to complete the theory for your course online, before undertaking a practical placement at a school located close to you. Read each course page or contact us for more info on how this works.You might also be interested in these study areas:
Meet Brendan, who took the leap
"I chose to study through OUA because it gave me the chance to combine working full-time with studying as well...
I've been able to pick and choose what I think is important for upskilling as a teacher."
What to read before choosing your course
Help! What degree should I study?
You know you want to go to uni, but you have no clue what course to study. First of all, don’t panic. This is a very, very common problem, and one we’re known for solving. The following advice should help you narrow down your choices.
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If you’re studying full-time, you may be eligible for income support. Find out about the three main types of Centrelink payments for students, Austudy, ABSTUDY and Youth Allowance.
University entry requirements explained
Learn more about how admission criteria works when you're applying for university—and what to do if you don’t meet the requirements.
Why single subject study could be perfect for you
Did you know you can take a single university subject without committing to the whole qualification? It’s a great way to upskill—or to give your degree a test run.
Find out more about how to get started
Speak to a student advisor for:
- free, impartial advice
- expert knowledge about courses and unis
- personalised recommendations
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