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Education and teaching

Want to inspire a new generation? With a degree from La Trobe, you’ll learn how to motivate your students and be prepared to take on any teaching challenge or change.

Clever is:

developing technical skills and classroom confidence
practicing in our broad and culturally diverse network of schools
fuelling your passion with subjects you love
graduating inspired to teach.

Studying in 2021

We look forward to welcoming students onto our Victorian campuses once it is safe and practical to do so, and in line with Government directions.

We are planning to offer face to face classes in as many subjects as we can in Semester 1, 2021 across our campuses, though some classes will continue to be delivered online. As classes return on our campuses, we are prioritising student and staff safety and working within the guidelines provided by the Victorian Government Department of Health and Human Services.

Some of your classes (particularly lectures) may be delivered online for the following reasons:

social distancing requirements that restrict us from accommodating everyone in a suitable venue
providing classes for students unable to return to Australia or the state of Victoria
accessibility for students and teaching staff with vulnerable health conditions or those restricted from attending campus in person until such time as a COVID-19 vaccine is available.
the subject is offered in fully online mode only

All on campus face-to-face activities and any site-dependent learning activities (field work, site visits, placements etc.) delivered in Semester 1, will comply with strict physical distancing requirements and all teaching spaces will be cleaned in accordance with COVID-safe hygiene requirements.

Student support services will return to face-to-face operations on our Victorian campuses from February 2021. We will continue to provide online access to these services in recognition of the improved access for students this has provided.

The health, safety and wellbeing of our students, staff and community remains La Trobe’s top priority and we will continue to ensure University operations comply with the Government’s public health directions.

For more information, please check the COVID-19 Student FAQs.

Domestic students

We now have more start dates than ever. Book a consultation, or call us for further information.

International students

Currently outside Australia? You can begin studying online now and be ready to join us on campus once borders reopen. Learn more.

Currently in Australia? Begin your degree with us online and join us on campus once it’s safe to do so. Learn more.

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 300 globally

The world’s three leading university ranking agencies put La Trobe's education subjects in the top 300.

THE, 2020, World University Rankings 2021 by subject: Education; Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2021, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021: Education; ShanghaiRanking, 2020, ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020 - Education

Local work placements

Make connections and experience what it’s like to help a child overcome a difficult maths problem or inspire a teen to follow their passion in placements with our industry partners.

Make an informed choice

Our one-on-one consultations are designed to hone in on your objectives and provide practical guidance about your study options

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What could your future hold?

Be a teacher who can educate and inspire any student, with technology and data on your side. With La Trobe’s network of diverse school placements, discover how to create learning spaces that are safe, diverse and passionate wherever you are.

Discover education and teaching at La Trobe

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.

Your study experience

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Pathways

If you don't meet the requirements of your preferred course then a pathway option might be the answer.

Career readiness

Develop the skills and experience employers want with placements and practicals.

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