Learn to teach science in preparation for a rewarding career in education
Education is a dynamic and rapidly changing field where passionate science teachers are in demand. Teachers with practical science expertise who can embrace advancements in technology such as artificial intelligence and emerging scientific testing machinery will be highly sought-after by employers.
UNE offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in science teaching that are designed to provide you with the practical classroom skills you’ll need to secure an enduring career in science education. Our science teaching courses develop your scientific, academic and practical skills. With a focus on scientific literacy, critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving, you will be immersed in scientific concepts, theories and methodologies. We also cover student engagement, data analysis, curriculum assessment, advancing technology in the classroom and interpersonal skills, ensuring that you are future-fit to succeed as a teacher and make a valuable contribution to the profession.
Our students mostly prefer online learning, where they join a community of adults and combine their life and work experiences to create practical networks for their futures. On-campus learners can benefit from housing, sports facilities and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.
Thanks to our history of preparing adults for the ever-evolving job market, 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 the business world. Our commitment to creating future-fit science 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 science teaching on offer at UNE.
Why study with us?
The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.
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UNE’s science education courses give teachers the skills they need to be flexible and innovative as technology advances impact students and society. Become an inspiring science teacher and stay at the forefront of STEM education. Explore our science teaching course options now.
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Careers in Teaching Science
By studying science 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 teaching staff set to rise, professionals with skillsets in science 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.
- Science teacher
Teach science subjects at primary or secondary schools, helping students develop a strong foundation in scientific principles and skills. - Science communicator
Work in science museums, science centres, or as a science journalist to translate complex scientific concepts into understandable and engaging content for the public. - Research scientist
Conduct experiments and studies to expand scientific knowledge and contribute to advancements in areas like chemistry, biology, or physics. - Laboratory technician
Assist scientists and researchers by conducting experiments, maintaining laboratory equipment, and collecting and analysing data. - Quality control analyst
Ensure the quality of products or services in various industries, such as pharmaceuticals, food, or manufacturing. - Environmental scientist
Identify issues and provide solutions for sustainable practices in areas like conservation, pollution control, and resource management. - Biotechnologist
Apply biological and chemical principles to develop new products and technologies in fields like medicine, agriculture, and environmental science. - Data scientist
Analyse and interpret data to provide insights, solve problems, and make informed decisions, often focusing on scientific or technical datasets.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience SurveyFive Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
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What happens next?
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