The University of New England
Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM)
Armidale, New South Wales, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4F or 10P
Campus
Armidale (NSW)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
February 2027
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM) at The University of New England in Armidale, New South Wales, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Secondary education graduates specialise in a curriculum subject and qualify for secondary school teaching via QTS or equivalent registration, with progression routes into department headship, senior leadership and educational consulting.
Student life (indicative)
Armidale offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
19,355
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
6.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
88.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Completion of Year 12 or attained age 17 years | For additional information about the admissions criteria for the University of New England and for this course, refer to UNE's website. | The course includes 70 days of supervised school experience in block placements of four to six weeks and 10 days of online professional experience. Students must complete a number of requirements prior to undertaking a professional experience placement
- refer to institution for details. In Queensland, a Blue Card is required. Teacher education students must pass the National Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education before their final-year professional experience placement
- visit Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students Fact Sheet for more information. Students must also complete a Teaching Performance Assessment during the final professional experience placement.
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
19,355
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
6%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
Armidale offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- Armidale offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
88%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Secondary education graduates specialise in a curriculum subject and qualify for secondary school teaching via QTS or equivalent registration, with progression routes into department headship, senior leadership and educational consulting.
- Secondary education graduates specialise in a curriculum subject and qualify for secondary school teaching via QTS or equivalent registration, with progression routes into department headship, senior leadership and educational consulting.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of Australia's more affordable student cities — a $1,410/month budget (housing $780, food $360, transport $75) covers everything comfortably. A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- One of Australia's more affordable student cities — a $1,410/month budget (housing $780, food $360, transport $75) covers everything comfortably.
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.