Bachelor of Secondary Education

About the course

The Bachelor of Secondary Education prepares you to teach in secondary schools, combining education theory with supervised professional experience. You’ll build skills in planning lessons, managing classroom dynamics and supporting diverse learners, while developing subject expertise through a chosen teaching area. The degree is designed for on-campus study at Wollongong and leads to a professional teaching qualification in secondary education. The programme develops classroom practice, curriculum knowledge, and educational psychology for teaching professions.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers as secondary school teachers in their chosen teaching area, working in government or independent schools. The program also builds transferable skills in communication, curriculum planning, assessment and student wellbeing, supporting pathways into education support and training roles. This Bachelor degree prepares you for professional practice in secondary education and teaching. Preparing graduates for teaching, education support, and learning development roles in schools and colleges.

Entry requirements

ATAR 73 (or equivalent).

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)