Bachelor of Arts/ Education (Secondary) – UNSW Sydney

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Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

at University of New South Wales · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

075262B

CRICOS provider code

00098G

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$199,500 total

Per year

A$49,875/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) at the University of New South Wales is a comprehensive double degree designed for those aspiring to teach at the secondary school level. Spanning four years of full-time study, this programme blends an in-depth arts education with rigorous teacher preparation, uniquely positioning graduates to teach in Australian secondary schools in their specialised subject areas. Students undertake a variety of arts disciplines, such as history, English, languages, or social sciences, while also completing education theory, curriculum design, and classroom management units.

The degree is structured across semesters, with students enrolling in a sequence of units of study totalling the required number of credit points for both the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Education components. Throughout the programme, students will engage in lectures, seminars, and practical workshops, culminating in professional teaching placements which provide critical real-world classroom experience within Sydney’s diverse school environments.

Key skills developed include lesson planning, educational assessment, effective communication, critical thinking, and adapting teaching methods to individual learner needs. The programme is suited to those who are passionate about both their disciplinary area and making a positive educational impact on young people, while also meeting the English proficiency standards expected of future Australian teachers. Students should check the official UNSW page to confirm specific entry and progression details.

As with all higher education in Australia, international students benefit from work rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight during semesters and may be eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) following graduation for further work experience in Australia’s vibrant educational sector.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Secondary School Teacher (in specialist subjects)
Educational Program Coordinator
Curriculum Developer
Youth Support Worker
Education Policy Advisor
Opportunities in public, Catholic and independent schools as well as government education departments across Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Education (Secondary) at University of New South Wales?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$199,500 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Secondary School Teacher (in specialist subjects)Educational Program CoordinatorCurriculum DeveloperYouth Support WorkerEducation Policy AdvisorOpportunities in public, Catholic and independent schools as well as government education departments across Australia

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