Teaching

Where could a teaching degree take you?

With a degree in teaching from Murdoch, you'll learn to become a resilient and confident teacher, who makes an impact locally and within the global community. And you'll join a community of proud alumni who have been doing the same since 1975. 

The demand for teachers will continue to grow locally and internationally. You could be working as an early childhood educator, a teacher in government and non-government primary and high schools, or in the tertiary and adult education sector. 

Why study teaching at Murdoch?

Hands-on learning so you graduate classroom-ready

We're the first university in Australia to use mixed-reality learning environments, featuring virtual reality and human actors, to simulate real-life teaching situations, so you're ready to tackle your practical placements. Not only can you gain up to 585 hours of teaching experience while you study, but you'll also start teaching before you graduate. Plus, all our courses are recognised by the Teacher Registration Board of WA.

Grow your job options with flexible courses

Did you know that we offer the only course in WA that qualifies you to teach from birth to year six? And, we are one of only a few universities in Australia to teach the International Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching and Learning. It doesn't stop there. We can also qualify you to teach in the Catholic education system. And when you're done, you'll graduate with a portfolio of work to share with prospective employers. We also offer flexible study options so you can study online or on campus.

Make an impact with an Australian or overseas placement

At Murdoch, you can complete practical placements in metropolitan, regional, rural and remote schools, as well as schools in Singapore, Thailand and China. If you choose to go rural, you'll get to participate in a 10-week rural placement (with a government stipend) in WA so that you gain a breadth of experience and get the opportunity to work in diverse environments.