Bachelor of Education

About the course

Southern Cross University’s Bachelor of Education prepares you to qualify as a teacher in Australia and potentially overseas. The evidence-based degree draws on education research and builds strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and contemporary education issues. You can qualify across several pathways including early childhood/primary, primary, combined primary/secondary, secondary, or secondary design and technology, with curriculum and pedagogy studied across disciplines in this bachelor-level education programme.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for professional teaching roles across early childhood, primary and secondary settings, depending on the pathway and specialisations chosen. Career options typically include classroom teacher roles in schools, including early years through to secondary teaching areas such as English or design and technology. The degree also supports work in broader education contexts where curriculum, inclusive education and sustainability knowledge are valued, as a bachelor-level qualification in education and teaching.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)