Program Overview

Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Honours)

The Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Honours) is a one-year, advanced undergraduate degree that can be taken after completing an undergraduate degree in education. It is the ideal next step for high-achieving students who want to further their own education.

Overview

When studied full time, the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Honours) is an advanced year of study for high-achieving students. It builds upon a completed undergraduate degree in education and provides a pathway to graduate research degrees such as the UNSW Master of Education (Research) or the UNSW Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Program Structure

This program is an advanced year of study for high-achieving students. It builds upon a completed undergraduate degree in education and provides a pathway to graduate research degrees. For the full program structure, please refer to the Handbook.

Careers in Education

Teaching is a reliable and rewarding career choice with ongoing opportunities in metropolitan, rural, and regional communities throughout the country. Beyond teaching, graduates can pursue professional opportunities in community education, cultural institutions, and tertiary education. Following this program with a graduate research degree can lead to careers in academia, research, policy, government, and consultancy.

Potential Careers

• Teacher
• Principal

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for this program include:

• 2025 Lowest Selection Rank: N/A
• 2025 A levels: N/A
• 2025 IB Diploma: N/A
• 2025 Lowest ATAR: N/A

English Language Requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations.

What Will I Study?

The aim of this degree is to further develop the knowledge and skills you gained during your Bachelor of Education and fuel an ongoing passion for education as you learn yourself. You will discover new ways of appreciating the place of ethics in education and to interrogate disciplinary frameworks, assumptions, and processes in the context of ethical values.

Program Details

• Commencing Terms: Term 1 & 3
• Duration: 1 Year(s)
• Delivery Mode: Face-to-face (includes blended)
• Campus: Kensington
• Codes: Program code 4509, CRICOS code K
• Total Units of Credit (UOC): 48

Fees

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $4,500*
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $4,500*
• 2026 Indicative First Year Fee: $52,000*
• 2026 Indicative Fee to Complete Degree: $53,000*

Scholarships

At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether youre a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes, and awards can support your journey. Bachelor of Education (Honours) students can apply for a $5000 scholarship.