Teaching HSIE

Education is a dynamic, rapidly changing field and dedicated Human Society and its Environment (HSIE) teachers are in demand. Teachers who can embrace advancements in technology and hold a deep understanding of the history, geography, economies, politics, societies and cultures of the world around them will be highly-sought after by employers.

UNE offers postgraduate courses in HSIE teaching that are designed to provide you with the practical classroom skills you’ll need to secure an enduring career in humanities education. Our HSIE teaching courses focus on developing the expertise to help students nurture their critical thinking, problem-solving and communication abilities. HSIE teachers need to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate a complex and interconnected global society. UNE will educate you on student engagement, data analysis, curriculum assessment, advancing technology in the classroom and interpersonal training, ensuring that you are future-fit to succeed as a teacher and make a valuable contribution to the profession.

Most of our students opt for online learning, where they become part of a community of adults who bring their life and work experiences together to build networks for the future. Those who study on-campus benefit from housing, sporting facilities and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.

With UNE, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in education, whether you choose to work in the classroom or in another field. Our commitment to creating future-fit HSIE teachers is reflected in student feedback. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Explore the study options related to HSIE teaching on offer at UNE.