Course overview
Students study their preferred areas of specialisation concurrent with a suite of core education units that address key educational needs of young people. Students graduating from this course will have the flexibility to take up employment in both private and government secondary schools.
This major equips students with the skills and knowledge to teach Years 7 to 12 Chemistry and provides the extended content knowledge needed to address the demands and opportunities of the secondary school chemistry curriculum. Emphasis is given to inquiry-based practical work, demonstrations, co-operative group work, whole class discussions and use of information communication technology, to ensure effective learning and teaching practices in secondary science.
This major equips students with the skills and knowledge to teach Years 7 to 12 Chemistry and provides the extended content knowledge needed to address the demands and opportunities of the secondary school chemistry curriculum. Emphasis is given to inquiry-based practical work, demonstrations, co-operative group work, whole class discussions and use of information communication technology, to ensure effective learning and teaching practices in secondary science.
Course record
Majors
Chemistry education
Career Opportunities
Teacher of chemistry in secondary schools
Other Information
This course has practicum/work placement requirements.
Professional Recognition: The Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA) has accredited this course. To practice as a teacher, students need to graduate and register with TRBWA.
Cross-Campus Attendance: Students may be required to attend both campuses depending on their selected major and minor combination.
Professional Recognition: The Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA) has accredited this course. To practice as a teacher, students need to graduate and register with TRBWA.
Cross-Campus Attendance: Students may be required to attend both campuses depending on their selected major and minor combination.
Entry requirements
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IB Diploma
24-26Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
English requirement
IELTS 7.5 (L 8 / R 7 / W 7 / S 8)TOEFL iBT 102 (L 28 / R 24 / W 27 / S 26)PTE Academic 73-78 (L 79 / R 65 / W 65 / S 79)Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 191-199 (L 200 / R 185 / W 185 / S 200)
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Student profile
Total students214
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Upcoming intakes
- JoondalupWAAugust 2026
- JoondalupWAFebruary 2026
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