Bachelor of Science ( Earth Science) / Master of Teaching (Secondary)

About the course

This vertical double degree combines a science major in Earth science with a teaching qualification for secondary schools. You’ll build a solid STEM foundation through hands-on lab and field learning, then develop professional teaching skills and complete supervised school placements. Designed to address demand for qualified STEM educators, the course prepares you to teach science confidently in high school settings. The programme enhances curriculum leadership, pedagogical innovation, and educational policy understanding for professional educators.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers as secondary school science teachers with a specialisation aligned to Earth science and broader STEM areas. The combined structure supports work in education settings such as public or independent schools, with pathways to roles including science or geography teacher and future curriculum or STEM leadership positions. This bachelor-level double degree prepares you for teaching secondary science and related STEM subjects. Preparing graduates for education leadership, instructional design, and advanced teaching specialist roles.

Entry requirements

ATAR/Selection rank 70.00.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)