Learn to teach HSIE for a rewarding career in humanities education
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.
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Find the right major or specialisation for your studies in Teaching HSIE
UNE’s HSIE education courses give teachers the skills they need to be flexible and innovative educators as technology advances and impacts the way students learn. Become an inspiring HSIE teacher and stay at the forefront of humanities education. Explore our HSIE teaching course options now.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's renowned academics will help you develop research and analytical skills using current and emerging technology like digital imagery, AR, carbon dating and online databases to explore the ancient world. Explore the past for insights into…
UNE's renowned academics will help you develop research and analytical skills using current and emerging technology like digital imagery, AR, carbon dating and online databases to explore the ancient world. Explore the past for insights into modern society and be future-fit for an academic career.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Master of Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Ensure you are future-fit with practical teaching skills in anticipation of advancing education technology and an expanding emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. UNE’s expertise in teaching business studies will develop your tech and interpersonal…
Ensure you are future-fit with practical teaching skills in anticipation of advancing education technology and an expanding emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. UNE’s expertise in teaching business studies will develop your tech and interpersonal skills to secure your role in education.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development | Specialisation | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Ensure you are future-fit with practical teaching skills in anticipation of advancing education technology and an expanding emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. UNE’s expertise in teaching business studies and commerce will empower you to sustain…
Ensure you are future-fit with practical teaching skills in anticipation of advancing education technology and an expanding emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. UNE’s expertise in teaching business studies and commerce will empower you to sustain your place in the education sector.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop your Chinese language skills and learn about the political and cultural life of China. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will guide you to develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Future-fit yourself for a …
Develop your Chinese language skills and learn about the political and cultural life of China. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will guide you to develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Future-fit yourself for a career in the region or in teaching.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Diploma in Modern Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop your knowledge of the classical languages with UNE's linguistics and language experts. Explore diversity and use current and evolving technology to enhance your learning and give you a solid linguistic foundation to secure your career in …
Develop your knowledge of the classical languages with UNE's linguistics and language experts. Explore diversity and use current and evolving technology to enhance your learning and give you a solid linguistic foundation to secure your career in the areas of law, science or the humanities.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE's team of expert economists and develop the analytical, problem solving and technical skills to ensure a long-lasting career in economics. Use emerging technology and interdisciplinary approaches in the industry to address…
Benefit from UNE's team of expert economists and develop the analytical, problem solving and technical skills to ensure a long-lasting career in economics. Use emerging technology and interdisciplinary approaches in the industry to address ongoing changes in research and in society.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Agribusiness | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Economics | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Economics with Honours | Specialist Course | Bachelor Honours |
| Master of Economics | Major | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Economics | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop your French language skills and learn about the cultural life of France. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will guide you to develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Future-fit yourself for a career in…
Develop your French language skills and learn about the cultural life of France. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will guide you to develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Future-fit yourself for a career in education, international business, or diplomacy.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Diploma in Modern Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Ensure you are future-fit with practical and effective teaching, planning and analytical skills in anticipation of advancing tech and an expanding emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. UNE’s experts will help you develop your capacity to teach…
Ensure you are future-fit with practical and effective teaching, planning and analytical skills in anticipation of advancing tech and an expanding emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. UNE’s experts will help you develop your capacity to teach geography to secure your spot in the education sector.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion) | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Bachelor of Science with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Bachelor of Social Science with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Master of Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop your German language skills and learn about the political and cultural life of Germany. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will help you develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Secure your career in…
Develop your German language skills and learn about the political and cultural life of Germany. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will help you develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Secure your career in education, tourism, government, media or business.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Diploma in Modern Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Develop your Indonesian language skills and learn about the political and cultural life of Indonesia. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will guide you to develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Future-fit…
Develop your Indonesian language skills and learn about the political and cultural life of Indonesia. Using up-to-date tech programs, our experts will guide you to develop practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Future-fit yourself for a career in the region or in teaching.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching) | Teaching Area | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Diploma in Modern Languages | Major | Undergraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
Careers in Teaching HSIE
By studying HSIE teaching with UNE, you will develop the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of schools and educational settings. With the need for dedicated humanities teaching staff set to rise, professionals with skillsets in HSIE teaching and the capacity to share information with others and assess and guide their learning in a positive and practical way, will be sought after in a variety of workplaces.
- HSIE teacher
Teach HSIE subjects like history, geography, and economics, to high school students, helping them understand and analyse social and environmental issues. - Policy analyst
Work in educational institutions or government bodies to analyse and develop policies related to social studies and environmental education. - Researcher
Conduct academic research in the fields of humanities and social sciences, contributing to a better understanding of social and environmental issues. - Community development officer
Collaborate with communities, local governments, or non-profits to address social and environmental challenges and improve the overall well-being of residents. - Historian
Study and document historical events and trends, either as an academic or in roles like archivist, curator, or heritage consultant. - Geospatial analyst
Analyse geographical data and create maps to support decision-making in areas such as urban planning, environmental management, and disaster response. - Environmental consultant
Offer expertise on environmental issues, working with businesses or government agencies to address ecological concerns and regulatory compliance. - Sustainability officer
Work in various sectors to develop and implement sustainability initiatives, focusing on environmental, economic, and social aspects.
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