Four Reasons Why More Students Are Choosing Teaching as a Career

If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference, teaching is a great place to start

This article is in partnership with the University of Melbourne.

If you’ve ever had a teacher that put in the time and effort to make sure you succeeded, you already know how important these figures are in our lives.

Studying teaching means you can work in jobs that make a real impact, share your passion with a younger generation and even go into many different fields besides being a teacher.

With 96% of UniMelb graduates getting employed within four months of graduating, it’s no wonder more and more students are choosing to study teaching.

Studying at UniMelb means job security, a rewarding career after graduation, and valuable mentorship and work placement opportunities.

Plus, when you’re working on a salary as a teacher that means you get paid time off in the school holidays.

Studying teaching at the University of Melbourne means you can choose which area you specialise in including early childhood, early childhood and primary, primary, and secondary.

Study a career where you transform lives and see the impact.

As a teacher, you’ll help students learn, develop and have a positive influence on future generations.

Elysia is a Master of Teaching graduate from the University of Melbourne and said being a positive influence is one of the most rewarding things about being a teacher.

“Just seeing a student’s face light up as they eventually understand a concept can be really rewarding as a teacher,” she said.

“I think as well there’s also day to day life skills that the students learn that we can feel that we’re encouraging them to be kind and caring global citizens.”

For teachers like Elysia, it’s all about waking up everyday excited to go to their job.

You can turn your passion or particular interest into a career by sharing it with others. If you’ve got a real love for biology or an interest in sport, youth wellbeing, and holistic education, it’s something you can teach and share with future generations.

Choose from teaching subjects like English, maths, engineering, humanities, art, drama and so much more.

Reliable mentorship throughout your studies.

If you choose to study teaching at the University of Melbourne, you’ll be supported on your study journey every step of the way.

Through their innovative curriculum, you’ll learn the professional skills you need to work with learners of all abilities and identify their individual learning needs.

The University of Melbourne is Australia’s leading uni for education, combining theory and practice to ensure you’re ready to start working as soon as you graduate.

Start working in a rewarding career.

Enjoy a balanced lifestyle working in a rewarding career with heaps of options for advancement and the opportunity to specialise in areas that are your interests or strengths.

Plus, it’s the kind of career that is needed all over the world so you can easily combine travel with work.

Depending on what level of teaching you want to learn, you can get qualified in multiple learning areas to expand your employability and knowledge.

After studying teaching at the University of Melbourne, you’ll easily be able to secure a job after graduation by getting registered with the Teachers Registration Board of Victoria.

Gain experience through placements and volunteering and use the university's career services to find roles in different sectors beyond traditional teaching.

Get valuable placement experience.

Final-year students get to undertake teaching placements in schools or early childhood centres as well as in non-education settings such as hospitals, museums, art galleries and more.

You’ll be supported by a school-based mentor teacher and a university-based clinical specialist every step of the way.

And you’ll be taught by globally respected academics to ensure you get the most out of your degree.

If traditional teaching isn’t for you, there are still many career paths you can take with a teaching degree. Work in children’s services as a coordinator, in youth health and wellbeing, policy reform in government and more.

With world-class academics, hands-on classroom experience, and a strong focus on developing confident, compassionate, and capable educators, UniMelb provides the perfect environment to transform your passion for learning into meaningful impact.

Domestic students with a University of Melbourne Bachelor’s degree can access early admission and a Commonwealth Supported Place plus Year 12 students can secure their place with a Graduate Degree Package. The Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships are also available for commencing Master of Teaching domestic students. 

Applications close 30 November. Head to the University of Melbourne website to learn more.