School of Education
Gain the skills needed to empower future generations, inspire young minds, and become an advocate for the profession.
Shaping the future of education
We are one of the largest providers of initial teacher education in NSW, and have the largest funded Teacher Education Research Centre in Australia.
We believe that everyone has a right to access a good education. We engage in cooperative projects throughout the Indo-Pacific aiming to improve the educational provisions for people in our region.
Our researchers contribute to advances across all domains of learning. We use the Quality Teaching Model, inclusive and ethical practices, and a range of immersive technologies to provide better learning outcomes.
Leading the way through technology
We are proud to be the first university in Australia to use multiple emerging and immersive technologies to prepare student teachers for placement.
SimTeach, SimCave and SimSchool are three platforms that immerse our pre-service teachers in virtual and hands-on experiences.
Study with us
Through our education degrees you’ll learn more than just how to teach. You’ll gain the skills needed to empower future generations, inspire young minds, and become an advocate for the profession.
Our research
We create impact in the ways we understand physical and mental health, drive quality outcomes for teachers, and adopt emerging technologies. We develop more inclusive and ethical practices in education.
Our team of researchers deliver valuable insights about education. We and leading the way with these important conversations.
Active Living and Learning
The Centre for Active Living and Learning (CALL) is a multi-disciplinary research centre with expertise in physical activity, fitness, sport, public health and mental health.
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Teachers and Teaching
This Research Centre aims to improve the quality of teaching and teacher education in the interests of students everywhere.
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EdTech Research Network
The EdTech Research Network (ETRN) comprises researchers and higher degree students committed to understanding the design, use and ethical governance of technology to enhance teaching and learning in schools and higher education especially teacher education.
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Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
School contacts
General enquiries
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Callaghan Campus
Phone: +61 2 4921 6428
education@newcastle.edu.au
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.