Open Universities Australia (Curtin University)
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Become a qualified secondary English teacher with this 4-year online degree featuring professional school placements. Develop advanced teaching skills, literacy leadership capabilities, and gain the qualifications needed to teach English in Years 7-12 across Australian schools.
Entry requirements are flexible with multiple pathways available. Applicants can start with an Undergraduate Certificate in Teaching Education Studies or complete open enrolment subjects. Standard entry requires ATAR 70 or equivalent, or successful completion of VET studies (Diploma/Advanced Diploma), or completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). English proficiency requirements must be met, including 50% minimum in English ATAR or equivalent. International students on Student VISA are not permitted as the course is not CRICOS registered. Applicants must be residing in Australia for the duration of their degree.
The degree comprises 29 subjects including core secondary education subjects, core professional experience subjects with block placements in school settings, major subjects in English education, and four specified elective subjects. Core professional experience includes four compulsory placements totaling 90 days: a 10-day placement in Year 1, 15-day placements in Years 2 and 3, and a full school term internship of at least 50 consecutive days in Year 4. Major teaching area focuses on English education with subjects covering literacy, narrative analysis, cultural studies, creative and professional writing, and contemporary literature. Elective subjects allow customization of learning pathways.
Curtin University is a globally recognised institution ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide (QS World University Ranking 2026: 12th in Australia, Times Higher Education 2026: 18th in Australia). Through Open Universities Australia, Curtin offers the same degree as on-campus study with an interactive and collaborative online learning experience. The university has extensive industry connections and a vibrant culture of innovation. Students graduate with the same qualification as on-campus students, and the degree is accredited by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.
Graduates will be qualified to teach secondary English in government, Catholic, and independent school sectors for students aged 12 years and over. Career opportunities include Secondary School Teacher (earning $93K-$120K with 2.7% employment growth), education administrator, and policy development officer. The degree provides the Initial Teacher Education qualification required for teacher registration in Australia and recognition in other countries that recognise Australian teaching qualifications.
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