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Interested in Education and Teaching?
With UniSA you can step into the classroom as an early childhood, primary or secondary teacher.
As SA’s No. 1 ranked university for graduate careers in Education1, we offer a range of education degrees that will set you up for a meaningful and rewarding career as an early childhood, primary or secondary teacher.
Our education degrees are industry-relevant and prepare you, from day one, for the practical nature of your role as an educator.
Specialist courses will focus your studies on your particular areas of interest, and the practical component of your degree begins in the first six months. This means you will get to experience exactly what the job is about from early in your studies. Overseas professional experience is also available to interested students. We offer the opportunity for you to complete up to 20 days of professional experience as part of an overseas placement.
Our new education degrees in Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary offer Honours with a difference. They focus on you being ready-to-teach, with enhanced career opportunities, with the added benefit of graduating with an Honours. You will graduate skilled, confident and ready to pursue your teaching career.
Graduate with a competitive edge, study Education with UniSA.
1 QILT: Graduate Outcomes Survey Course Experience Questionnaire 2016-18 – Full-time and Overall Employment Indicators (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
Key features
- SA's No.1 degree in Education1
- Ranked in the Top 10 nationally for Education2
- UniSA’s new education degrees offer honours with a difference.
- Study our new Honours degrees, which let you graduate with an achievable and highly sought-after qualification in just four years as part of your undergraduate degree.
- Gain practical experience with field-based placements in a variety of settings, including metropolitan and rural schools, starting in the first six months.
- Study a curriculum that is informed by our above world-class research3.
- Gain an international perspective with the opportunity to complete one of your placements in an overseas setting.
- Benefit from the future-focused, high-tech Samsung SMARTSchool located at the Magill campus.
- A range of study options to pursue a career as a secondary teacher.
- Graduate skilled, experienced and ready to pursue your teaching career.
- Gain specialist skills to thrive in a career as an educator.
- Depending on your degree, study at Magill, Mawson Lakes, Mount Gambier, Whyalla or online.
- Pathways and packages to further study such as educational leadership, inclusive education, digital technologies, and more.
1 2019 THE Subject Rankings
2 2019 THE Subject Rankings
3 Results for Specialist Studies in Education - 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
Building your career is our business, and you will graduate from UniSA with a highly sought-after qualification. Our education degrees are ranked number one in South Australia for graduate careers1 and our curriculum is informed by our above world-class research2.
You’ll be taught by industry professionals. Our academics have a very practical approach to learning, and you’ll work in real teaching environments and get real experience. We’ve invested millions of dollars in new buildings and facilities, so you’ll use the latest technologies and learn in ultra-modern teaching spaces.
UniSA is Australia’s youngest university to receive five-stars in research3 and this excellence shines through our teaching. Our people are inspired by challenges and opportunities. We partner with local icons and international industry professionals to focus on real-world projects.
1 QILT: Graduate Outcomes Survey Course Experience Questionnaire 2016-18 – Full-time and Overall Employment Indicators (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
2 Results for Specialist Studies in Education - 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
UniSA offers 23 Education and Teaching degrees
Choose your level of study
World-class partners for a world-class university
We are a globally connected university with over 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement.
The demand for teachers is high and UniSA education degrees are ranked number one in the state for graduate employment1. Graduates find work in:
- childcare centres
- kindergartens
- preschools
- schools
1 QILT: Graduate Destinations Survey 2015 and Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016-17 – Full-time Employment Indicator. Public SA-founded universities only.
Global networks
We are a globally connected university and our staff and students come from over 90 countries. We have more than 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement. Our students have had placements and internships with organisations like:
- Department for Education and Child Development (DECD)
- Catholic Education South Australia (CESA)
- Independent Schools Association schools (AISSA)
Samsung and the School of Education at the University of South Australia are working in partnership to develop the SMARTSchool. The SMARTSchool will support teachers to master six essential attributes of effective modern teaching against a backdrop of innovative STEM teaching and learning opportunities for school age children.
Industry facts
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How do I apply?
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
Applications for admission into the University of South Australia’s undergraduate and most postgraduate degrees are made via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC). Visit satac.edu.au and follow the links.
Applications for a small number of degrees are submitted direct to UniSA through our Apply Online portal. It will be noted on the degree page if you need to apply via Apply Online.
Postgraduate study by research
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit unisa.edu.au/resdegrees. -
Is there a closing date for applications?
Undergraduate
Yes. The deadline to apply to study a degree at UniSA for semester one (commencing late February) and be given equal consideration is in early December. While you may be able to apply after this date, you are not guaranteed to be considered equally with other applicants and your application may not be assessed in time for the main round of offers (mid January). Some degrees will not make any offers after the main offer round. Click here to find all of the key dates for applications here.Postgraduate
Most postgraduate degrees do not have a closing date for applications. However, there are exceptions, so it is best to check – either on the SATAC website, Apply Online or the degree homepage. Postgraduate offers are normally ‘rolling’, meaning they may be sent out at any time up until the program starts. This also means that applications may close at any time without warning, if the quota is filled earlier. For this reason, postgraduate applications should be submitted without delay. For more information, please contact our Future Student Enquiries team on (08) 8302 2376 or via the online enquiry form. -
What credit can I receive for previous studies?
Credit transfer or advanced standing
You may be eligible to receive a credit transfer or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area at an equivalent or higher level. Receiving a credit transfer will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.
Recognised prior learning
If you have related industry experience, you may also be eligible to receive recognised prior learning for this experience. Receiving recognised prior learning will normally reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and can reduce the duration of the degree.
How do I get credit?
Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Program Director who will discuss your prior learning and experience with you to ascertain what credit you may be eligible for.
Many of our credit transfer arrangements are listed on our online Credit Assessor.
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Can I speak to someone regarding my study options?
UniSA welcomes the opportunity to speak with you regarding your study options. Our staff are able to talk to you about degree information, career outcomes and pathways, entry requirements, applications, and student life, so that you are able to make the best study decision for your future.
Click here to book a 1:1 appointment with one of our enquiries team.
Alternatively, you can complete a MyCareerMatch career profile. MyCareerMatch is an online career profiling tool that you can use free-of-charge through UniSA. MyCareerMatch specialises in career profiles and provides you with a personalised career report outlining information about your personality style and a list of career options, which are complementary to your natural strengths and talents.
We have many events throughout the year where you can speak with a lecturer or tutor about your degrees of interest. You can find out what is happening at UniSA by visiting our events page or by signing up to our mailing list, so you're the first to know about careers events, information sessions, degree requirements, scholarships and more!
There are also many career counsellors external to the University that you can discuss your career options with. If you are unsure where to start your search, you can contact the Government's Work Ready team (formally Skills for All). Visit skills.sa.gov.au or call 1800 506 266.
You may also find Job Outlook a helpful resource in your decision-making.
Study at UniSA
Apply now to study at the number one University in South Australia for graduate careers in Education1.
1 QILT: Graduate Outcomes Survey Course Experience Questionnaire 2016-18 – Full-time and Overall Employment Indicators (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
What others are saying
The TESOL specialisation at the University of South Australia is one of the best degrees of its kind in an English speaking country. I had a great experience learning in a cooperative classroom atmosphere, meeting smart and friendly people, studying in sophisticated facilities, and being mentored by very experienced staff with the latest teaching methods.
Nurul Fadillah
Master of Education (TESOL)
I currently teach health and physical education (HPE) from reception to Year 7 at Flinders Park Primary, and as the leader of HPE at my school I work with staff to ensure we deliver the best fitness program possible. Studying at UniSA gave me a great understanding of how to produce engaging lesson content that helps students develop fundamental life skills.
John Katavatis
Bachelor of Education (Primary and Middle)
What I like most about my degree is the opportunity to engage with creative and engaging educators who stretch the boundaries of my mindset and challenge me to think critically about my teaching practice.
Joanna Loi
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
I chose UniSA because I felt it was a great program which provides practical experience, particularly in the initial stages of the degree. These practical experiences have been the highlight of my education degree and have enabled me to build relationships and implement authentic experiences for students in the classroom.
Sandra Tweed
Master of Teaching (Primary)
Why study at UniSA?
As one of the most innovative universities in Australia and Asia, there are many reasons to study with us. Here are just three:
Accessible, helpful and flexible
We have six campuses, a 24/7 online learning environment, and we offer flexible study options like online and evening courses.
Graduate success
UniSA is South Australia's number one university for graduate careers.*
*QILT: Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016-18 – Full-time Employment Indicator (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
A five star university
Five stars for research, teaching, employability, internationalisation, facilities, social responsibility and inclusiveness.*
*QS Stars rankings 2017