Teaching and Education

Spark young people's interests, fuel their developing passions, and guide their learning to prepare them for life and career success.


  • Graduate ready to run the classroom

    As a University of Adelaide teaching student, you'll graduate with the real-world skills and confidence to immediately enter the classroom and lead young people’s learning. With us you will:

    • get hands-on practical teaching experience through in-school placements in every study year
    • deepen your practical experience through teaching internships
    • learn from a strong network of world-class teaching professionals and education experts.
  • Master digital learning technologies

    The University has partnered with Apple Australia and New Zealand to be the only Australian university incorporating the Apple eLearning program in teaching degrees. The program will enable you to:

    • develop the ability to create outstanding learning resources and lesson plans with current-generation iPads
    • hone your digital technology teaching skills through placements in some of Australia’s most cutting-edge schools
    • gain internationally recognised Apple Teacher status.
  • Career prospects

    Employment growth for the majority of teaching and education-related roles range from stable to very strong*.

Make History in Teaching and Education

Feel ready to teach before you even graduate. That’s how our Teaching and Education graduates, Michael and Catherine felt once they entered classroom.

  • Employment in Education and Training projected to grow 13% by 2026*
  • Gain practical experience through school teaching placements in each year of degree
  • Australia and New Zealand's only Apple eLearning program

*Australian Government, Labour Market Insights, 2023.

Thinking of studying soon?

  • 2025

    Ready to start your studies in 2025? You can apply to the University of Adelaide or to the University of South Australia now before continuing on to the new Adelaide University in 2026. When the time comes to transfer, we'll be here at every step, ensuring you're well supported with personalised advice and a detailed study plan.

  • 2026

    Planning to start your studies in 2026? You can apply to
    Adelaide University directly. Applications are currently open for international students and will open for Australian students in August 2025.

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The eLearning program for teaching is uniquely offered at Adelaide, and these skills will prepare me for the rapidly advancing technological emphasis at schools.