Discover your pathway to a rewarding career in teaching.
Study Education at UC
Proudly pushing the boundaries of teacher education, our Initial Teacher Education courses are unlike any other in Australia.
With a range of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching degrees spanning early childhood through to adult learning, our flexible modes of study mean our courses have never been more accessible. Find the right balance flexible online study and real-world, hands on learning in a way that suits your lifestyle.
Experience the UC Difference
Thanks to our partnership with the ACT Education Directorate and local schools, you鈥檒l trade the lecture theatre for real-world experience in the classroom. Our one-of-a-kind 鈥渟chool-based clinics鈥� provide you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to excel in any teaching environment.
What鈥檚 more, our commitment to you extends beyond your studies. Access support and opportunities for professional development throughout your career in Education. It鈥檚 time to embrace the UC Difference and pursue your passion for Education.
5-stars for Education undergraduate and postgraduate full-time employment
(GUG, 2025)
Distinctive benefits
Gain more access to schools than any other Teacher Education course and lifelong professional development support.
Study your way
Choose to study on-campus, online, or both, while gaining hands-on classroom experience.
5-stars for Education undergraduate and postgraduate full-time employment
(GUG, 2025)
Distinctive benefits
Gain more access to schools than any other Teacher Education course and lifelong professional development support.
Study your way
Choose to study on-campus, online, or both, while gaining hands-on classroom experience.
Balance work, life and study with UC鈥檚 flexible study modes. Choose to study on-campus, online or a mix of both, while gaining in-person, school-based experience that sets you up for the classroom.
UC offers a range of flexible education courses, including:
Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships
The next generation of learners need teachers like you. As part of the National Teacher Workforce Action Plan, the Australian Government is offering individuals starting an Education degree with the opportunity to receive a scholarship worth up to $40,000 for an undergraduate degree and $20,000 for a postgraduate degree.
NSW Teacher Education Scholarship
Are you planning to teach in New South Wales? The NSW Department of Education is offering new and continuing education students (including UC students) up to $7,500 per year in financial support, a $6,000 appointment allowance and a permanent position in a NSW public school upon completion.
Discover how you could kickstart your education career with financial stability and a guaranteed job!
Early Learning Connection
Interested in studying a Certificate lll, Diploma or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education? The ACT Government鈥檚 Early Learning Connection program is designed to support women in the ACT to gain a flexible career pathway into early childhood education. You may be eligible for financial assistance, secure an education coach or receive help facilitating future employment opportunities.
Find out today if you鈥檙e eligible and kickstart your career in Early Childhood Education with UC.
Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships
The next generation of learners need teachers like you. As part of the National Teacher Workforce Action Plan, the Australian Government is offering individuals starting an Education degree in 2025 the opportunity to receive a scholarship worth up to $40,000 for a postgraduate degree and $20,000 for an undergraduate degree.
Applications for 2024 are now closed, with applications for 2025 opening in late 2024.
NSW Teacher Education Scholarship
Are you planning to teach in New South Wales? The NSW Department of Education is offering new and continuing education students (including UC students) up to $7,500 per year in financial support, a $6,000 appointment allowance and a permanent position in a NSW public school upon completion.
Discover how you could kickstart your education career with financial stability and a guaranteed job!
Early Learning Connection
Interested in studying a Certificate lll, Diploma or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education? The ACT Government鈥檚 Early Learning Connection program is designed to support women in the ACT to gain a flexible career pathway into early childhood education. You may be eligible for financial assistance, secure an education coach or receive help facilitating future employment opportunities.
Find out today if you鈥檙e eligible and kickstart your career in Early Childhood Education with UC.
Designed to give you more contact with schools than any other Teacher Education course in Australia, we provide a uniquely hands-on experience. You鈥檒l gain real-world experience through regular school-based clinics that go beyond 80-hour placement requirement for teacher accreditation.
From our teaching clinics to the long-list of career-long benefits we offer, you will be the best teacher you can be with UC.
"The in-school clinics have been a great opportunity to meet some people in the industry and also build my confidence in the classroom."
Sam Carters
Master of Secondary Teaching
Want to know more? Get in touch with our Future Students team to find out more about arts with UC.
