Field of study

Education courses in Australia

Every CRICOS-registered course in the Education field of education that is delivered to international students in Australia, organised by state and city. Sourced from the official CRICOS register.

What does Education cover? CRICOS courses in this ASCED field of education include early-childhood, primary, secondary and TESOL teacher-training programmes, plus broader education and curriculum studies. International students study these courses across universities, TAFEs and registered private colleges in every Australian state and territory.

8 state & territory pages
15 city pages
23 total education guides
Data: CRICOS register, April 2026

About Education courses in Australia

Career outcomes

Education graduates teach in early childhood, primary and secondary settings, or move into curriculum, TESOL and education-leadership roles. Teacher shortages in several states create demand, but registration is state-based and competitive for international graduates seeking permanent roles.

Popular providers

Universities deliver bachelor and postgraduate teaching degrees (including Master of Teaching). VET providers list early childhood Certificate III/Diploma pathways. Check each state's teacher-registration authority requirements before you enrol.

Duration & indicative fees

Bachelor of Education: often 4 years. Master of Teaching: typically 1.5–2 years after a cognate bachelor. Early childhood diplomas: 1–2 years. Tuition varies widely — roughly AUD 25,000–45,000 per year for university teaching degrees.

Registration & regulation

Teacher registration is managed by state/territory authorities (e.g. NESA, VIT, QCT). Completing an accredited initial teacher education programme is necessary but not always sufficient — English, working-with-children checks and practical placements also apply.

Last reviewed: 29 August 2026. Data: CRICOS register, April 2026.

Education by state & territory 8

Education by city 15

New South Wales (NSW)

Victoria (VIC)

Queensland (QLD)

South Australia (SA)

Western Australia (WA)

Tasmania (TAS)

Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

Northern Territory (NT)

Frequently asked questions

What courses count as Education?
On this site, Education maps to the ASCED field of education used in the CRICOS register. Individual course pages show the exact field path, level and provider.
Where can I study Education in Australia?
Use the city and state guides on this page. Major study cities list field×city pages with CRICOS courses delivered locally.
Do Education courses lead to skilled migration?
Some occupations linked to this field appear on skilled lists, but migration depends on your nominated occupation, skills assessment and visa settings — not the field label alone. Verify current Home Affairs rules before you plan around PR.

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