Graduate ready to teach. Develop skills and knowledge through in-classroom experience.
Build your career in teaching
UC’s Initial Teacher Education courses are unlike any other, offering more in-class learning and career-long benefits than any other qualification of its type in Australia.
Learn to teach in local schools
Our one-of-a-kind school-based clinics provide education experiences in local Canberra schools, extending beyond traditional placements. You’ll engage in practical cycles of planning, teaching, and reflecting, working alongside peers in real-life scenarios. Supported by expert academic staff throughout, you'll graduate equipped to teach with confidence and expertise in any educational setting.
Uniquely hands on study
Learn through hands-on clinical teaching: design, deliver, reflect, and improve with each lesson.
Expand your impact in education
Unlock a wide range of opportunities in education, from teaching and leadership to curriculum design and policy-making, empowering you to shape the future of learning in meaningful and lasting ways.
Lifelong career support
Benefit from an extensive list of development opportunities throughout your career.
Uniquely hands on study
Learn through hands-on clinical teaching: design, deliver, reflect, and improve with each lesson.
Expand your impact in education
Unlock a wide range of opportunities in education, from teaching and leadership to curriculum design and policy-making, empowering you to shape the future of learning in meaningful and lasting ways.
Lifelong career support
Benefit from an extensive list of development opportunities throughout your career.
How we’re different
Hear what UC student Sam Carters and Associate Dean of Education Duncan Driver have to say about UC’s school-based clinics and how they will prepare you to take on the classroom.
Your teaching journey starts here. Whether you have an existing degree or not, we have undergraduate and postgraduate options to help you step into the classroom with confidence. Explore our flexible study options, potential career outcomes and more.
Bachelor of Education
Master of Teaching
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five)
UC’s support doesn’t end with your graduation. Invested in your lifelong learning and success, you’ll have access to the development opportunities you’ll need to take your career in any direction you choose.
Earn, learn and teach with UC's School-based Teaching Education Program (UC STEP). UC STEP offers you the unique opportunity to undertake paid school-based work all while studying a Master of Primary or Secondary Teaching. From day one, you'll work as a paid Learning Support Assistant (LSA), and by your second year, transition into a teaching role with a Permit to Teach (PTT), gaining invaluable hands-on experience and the skills needed to succeed in the classroom.
With a $20,000 scholarship and guidance from experienced mentors, UC STEP equips you to build a rewarding career in education.
Find the course for you
Looking for a course that ignites your passions? With a range of Education degrees and flexible study options you’re sure to find the right course for you.
Discover the ins and outs of our school-based clinics, the extensive list of ongoing career benefits on offer and get excited about the prospect of becoming a teacher with UC.
Ready to start learning? Download a brochure, or speak to our staff via email or over the phone.
We can answer all of your burning questions including:
- Finding the best course for you
- How to apply
- Tuition costs and fees