Program Overview
Students can tailor their studies to their interests and prepare for a range of roles within the education sector. While this major does not qualify graduates for teaching, it equips them with valuable knowledge and skills for careers in education and related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Studying education – which will provide you with knowledge about how children learn and develop, and how education fits into broader cultural contexts – will prepare you for a range of roles within the education sector. The Education major draws on the various theoretical and professional perspectives that comprise the broad discipline of education. Foundation units focus on the four pillars of education: philosophy, history, sociology and psychology. And they showcase the breadth of educational thought and study, and develop critical thinking and enquiry skills. Additionally, you can choose units that match your interests. Note: This major is not a teaching qualification.
Careers:
With a rapidly evolving job market, graduate employability remains our priority. We’re working closely with a range of industries and sectors to ensure you’re job-ready when you graduate. View graduate professions and potential employers.
Other:
- Top 100 in the worldEducation: QS World Uni Rankings by Subject, 2022
- #1 in Sydney: Grad employment rateQS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022
