The University of Wollongong School of Education is nationally recognised for shaping the next generation of educational leaders. We offer innovative teacher education and training programs that blend real-world classroom experience with research-informed learning and a strong global perspective.
School of Education
About us
We currently have over 2,000 students in undergraduate and postgraduate programs, covering key areas including Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Science, Mathematics, and Physical & Health Education.
- Real-world experience: Students gain invaluable experience by being immersed in local schools for real-world professional practice and benefit from opportunities for international teaching experiences.
- High employment rates: Our graduate employment rate consistently exceeds that of similar institutions, reflecting the high demand for UOW-trained educators.
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1st in Australia
UOW ranks first in Australia for undergraduate Teacher Education. Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) 2025 -
Top 150
UOW ranks among the world's top 150 universities for Education Studies. Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025
Commitment to partnerships
The School of Education maintains close, collaborative links that inform our curriculum and research:
- The New South Wales Department of Education cooperates in the development and monitoring of our undergraduate programs and supports postgraduate research.
- Many staff retain close working relationships with Commonwealth departments and international agencies such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and OECD.
Our research
Our programs are informed by cutting-edge research spanning from early childhood through to tertiary and adult education, with strength in learning and teaching across disciplines, and the impacts and potential of digital technologies. Through collaborative research, we are committed to improving educational outcomes for diverse communities.
