Program Overview

Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education)

Overview

This initial teacher education degree prepares you for a rewarding career in secondary school teaching and enables you to pursue specialist interests. You will develop the critical knowledge and skills of best practice in education to meet the needs of 21st-century learners.

Professional Recognition and Accreditation

This course is accredited in Western Australia by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.

Admission Criteria

ATAR Pathway

• Guaranteed ATAR: 70
• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites):
  • Mathematics Education – Mathematics Methods ATAR
  • Science Education (Biology) – Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Science Education (Chemistry) – Chemistry ATAR and Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Science Education (Physics) – Physics ATAR and Mathematics Methods ATAR
• Desirable WACE subjects:
  • Mathematics Applications ATAR is recommended for all majors; and additional prior study is recommended for the following majors:
    • Mathematics Education – Maths Specialist ATAR
    • Science Education (Biology) – At least one Science ATAR course from the list below*
    • Science Education (Chemistry) – Maths Methods ATAR and Physics ATAR
    • Science Education (Human Biology) – Maths Methods ATAR and Chemistry ATAR; and Human Biology ATAR or Biology ATAR
    • Science Education (Physics) – Maths Specialist ATAR and Chemistry ATAR
    • Science Education (Psychology) – At least one Science ATAR course from the list below*

Alternative Pathways

• UniReady
• Certificate IV + English Competency
• Indigenous applicant
• STAT entry

English Requirements

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
  • Writing: 7
  • Speaking: 8
  • Reading: 7
  • Listening: 8
  • Overall band score: 7.5

Fees and Scholarships

Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees

• 2025 Fee year: $7,700* (Commonwealth supported)

Location

• Curtin Perth

How to Apply

• Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice
• Each campus has different application deadlines

Frequently Asked Questions

• What equipment and furniture is supplied in on-campus accommodation?
• Most rooms are equipped with a bed, desk, and wardrobe storage. Shared kitchen and living spaces will also be furnished. Linen and kitchen utensils are not provided, but can be purchased from your residence, or local shops.

Other Requirements and Notes for This Course

• This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the Inherent requirements before applying. Reasonable adjustments can be made for students with disability.
• All students are required to successfully complete four compulsory professional experience placements in schools as part of designated units throughout the course.
• Students will be required to have a current and valid Working with Children clearance as required by the state or country in which the placement provider is located.