Studying in 2021
Why study education and teaching at La Trobe?
Industry-connected
Gain valuable industry insights, with courses designed in partnership with schools and communities around Victoria.
Top 250 globally
The world’s three leading university ranking agencies put La Trobe's education subjects in the top 250.
THE, 2020, World University Rankings 2021 by subject: Education; Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2021, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021: Education; ShanghaiRanking, 2021, ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2021 - Education
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Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education
La Trobe's Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education delivers a range of early childhood education theories of learning and development. Apply now!
Popular course Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Understand how children learn and develop from birth to adolescence. Explore how the next generation of educators can support diverse learning.
Popular course Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Build your expertise in diagnostic learning, special needs and best-practice teaching. Graduate ready to work in diverse education areas.
Popular course Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Forge the skills needed to meet the diverse academic and developmental needs of young people.
Popular course Bachelor of Educational Studies
A proven pathway into a teaching degree. Sharpen your critical thinking skills and develop knowledge in modern education theory.
Master of Education
Keep pace with educational best practice. There’s never been a better time to update your skills and knowledge with La Trobe’s Master of Education.
Popular course Master of Educational Leadership and Management
Take on a leadership role in education. Develop skills in management, student communication and research.
Popular course Master of Teaching (Primary)
Learn specialised skills to provide children with essential learning and assist those with special needs
Popular course Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Gain discipline expertise and learn how to meet the academic and developmental needs of young people.
The Science of Language and Reading – An Introduction
This is a specialised course covering the linguistic basis of early reading as this applies to word decoding and language comprehension. Both initial reading instruction and support for struggling readers will be discussed. This includes frameworks for early identification and intervention.
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Meet one of our graduates
'I chose education at La Trobe because of my passion for being around young, bright individuals, and for teaching them to become the best version of themselves.'
'With the level of support we receive from our teaching staff and the networking opportunities available, I truly believe we’ll all have great teaching careers.'
Saliha Zeyneb Gurdag
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) graduate
Become a confident and effective teacher
The science of learning
Become an expert in the many ways humans learn. The latest science is embedded in our curriculum and student experience. You’ll have access to expert knowledge and applied theory, evidence and data interpretation. You’ll understand why and how people learn, so you’ll be prepared for any teaching challenge.
Practical experience in the classroom
We’ve all had that one teacher we’ll never forget. The one that made any subject seem interesting, or always had time to help us. A good teacher is someone who teaches the entire class but who can also reach every individual. With an education degree at La Trobe, you’ll build your classroom skills in challenging and diverse placements in schools and communities around Victoria.
Diverse and flexible degrees
Explore different ways to be an educator. Early learning. Primary or secondary teaching. Outdoor recreation. Community or technical education. Leadership. Here or overseas.
Paid to study rural teaching
Get paid to teach the students who need you most. Low socio-economic urban, rural and regional schools need talented and passionate teachers. The NEXUS program supports you with a salary, as well as access to mentoring and professional development.
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