Bachelor of Education (Secondary Teaching)

About the course

This degree qualifies you to teach Years 7–12 in your chosen teaching area while also completing a second teaching area (minor) to broaden employability. You’ll examine the role of education in society, build skills for managing secondary classrooms, and complete supervised school placements across the secondary years. The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Teaching) includes practical preparation and professional accreditation pathways for teaching in Education & Teaching. The programme develops classroom practice, curriculum knowledge, and educational psychology for teaching professions.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to work as secondary teachers in high schools teaching students from Years 7–12, with expertise in a major teaching area and a second teaching area to support broader subject coverage. The course supports eligibility for teacher registration (subject to requirements) and builds practical classroom-ready experience through placements and professional preparation. This Bachelor degree supports careers in Education & Teaching in Australia and potentially overseas. Preparing graduates for teaching, education support, and learning development roles in schools and colleges.

Entry requirements

ATAR: 70.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)