Master of Education (Trauma-Aware Education)

About the course

This Master of Education (Trauma-Aware Education) develops specialist capability to recognise and respond to the impacts of complex trauma on children and young people in learning settings. You’ll engage with evidence-informed approaches and practical strategies to better support wellbeing, participation and learning, and to help shape trauma-aware practice across schools and early childhood contexts. This is a coursework master’s qualification in education and teaching.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply trauma-aware principles to strengthen student support and contribute to safer, more inclusive learning environments. The course supports educators and professionals to lead or advise on trauma-informed approaches, behaviour and wellbeing initiatives, and whole-school or service-level responses. Roles may include classroom teacher, learning support or inclusion practitioner, wellbeing/behaviour specialist, guidance or pastoral roles, and education leaders. This is a coursework master’s qualification in education and teaching.

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)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)