Welcome to the School of Education

The School of Education is one of the largest in the University, offering undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in a broad range of specialisations. Its nationally accredited and recognised initial teacher education courses prepare graduate teachers, with authentic learning outcomes, for Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary sectors.

Postgraduate courses provide ongoing professional learning in a diverse range of areas to support professionals to respond to the evolving opportunities and challenges of contemporary learning contexts.

The School leads high-quality, real-world research focusing on expanding knowledge of effective teaching and learning, the wellbeing, performance and outcomes of students and teachers, enhancing the effectiveness of learning environments and education systems and in response to evolving priorities and challenges.

Through its teaching and research, the School of Education has strong connections with industry. Connections with Murdoch’s local communities surrounding its campuses are just as important as the links staff have to learning communities throughout Western Australia, Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Murdoch University has a reputation for its industry leading commitment to social equity and inclusion and the School of Education is committed to this agenda through all of its activity.

The School also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 17 SDGs inform our teaching, research and service to the community.

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Commonwealth Prac Payments

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This payment is relevant to students studying Nursing and Teaching degrees at Murdoch.

The Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) program is designed to provide students with financial support while undertaking mandatory industry placements as part of their university course. These payments can help ease the cost of living to allow you to fully participate in these mandatory learning activities.

The program, funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, will commence in July 2025. If you’re eligible, you will be able to access $331.65 per week during your placement.

Which courses are eligible for Commonwealth Prac Payments?

Murdoch offers courses in the School of Education and School of Nursing where you will be eligible for the Commonwealth Prac Payments:

  • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary Teaching)
  • Bachelor of Education (Primary Teaching)
  • Bachelor of Education (Primary, 1-10 Health and Physical Education)
  • Bachelor of Education (Secondary Teaching)
  • Master of Teaching (Primary)
  • Master of Teaching (Secondary)
  • Bachelor of Nursing

Other Murdoch courses that include mandatory placements (e.g. Veterinary Science) are not currently included in the Commonwealth Prac Payment program.

To find out if you are eligible and more information, please visit the Department of Education website: 

Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) - Department of Education, Australian Government

 

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