Australian Catholic University (ACU)
4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Become a qualified primary and secondary teacher with this flexible online degree. Gain dual-sector qualifications with 80 days of real classroom experience, preparing you for diverse teaching careers across Australian schools.
Applicants must meet minimum ATAR of 70.00 and demonstrate suitability for teaching. Year 12 prerequisites include English (Units 3-4 with study score of at least 30 in EAL or 25 in other English) and Mathematics (Units 1-2 or 3-4). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants may qualify through alternative pathways with three years work experience or completion of tertiary communication skills programs. English language proficiency requires minimum 7.0 in reading and writing, 7.5 in listening and speaking.
The curriculum combines primary education foundations with secondary specialisation. Primary content includes English and literacies, mathematics, humanities and social sciences, digital technologies, health and physical education, and the arts. Students select one secondary teaching area (English or History) for specialisation. Core units cover understanding learning and teaching, learner contexts, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges, inclusive education, assessment practices, and social justice. Professional experience is embedded across four years with 15-25 days per year in schools under supervision.
ACU is ranked in the top 50 worldwide for Education (Shanghai Ranking 2024) and offers nationally accredited teacher education programs meeting standards for registration across all Australian states and territories. The university provides comprehensive support including 80 days of structured professional experience, community engagement opportunities, and flexible online delivery. ACU's commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusive education aligns with contemporary teaching standards.
Graduates are eligible for registration as primary and/or secondary teachers in government, independent, Catholic, and faith-based schools. Career opportunities extend to community centre education, private colleges, inclusive education settings, education administration, policy development, and educational research. The dual qualification provides flexibility to teach across primary and secondary sectors or transition into educational leadership roles.