Explore our range of 100% online courses in Education
UTS Online offers a range of education courses to eqip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to drive staff development and lead organisational learning. Whether you want to enhance your leadership capabilities, specialise in digital learning or develop expertise in educational leadership, our courses provide the skills to help you make an impact.
Develop the expertise you need to thrive in today’s rapidly-evolving education sector - on your terms, at your pace.
Education
Why study Education courses with UTS Online?
Ranked #2 in Australia for Education1
Top 10 in Australia for graduate employability2
Develop in-demand leadership skills
100% online and designed for working professionals
1Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2022 2QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2024
A leading university for education
UTS is ranked among Australia’s top universities for education, ensuring our courses meet the highest academic and industry standards.
Industry-informed, future-ready learning
Our courses are developed with industry experts to provide relevant, applied skills that prepare you to tackle current and emerging sustainability challenges.
Specialisations to shape your impact
Focus your studies on educational leadership, higher education, or digital learning, developing specialised expertise that aligns with your goals and transforms the future of education.
Explore our Education study pathways
Pathway options are available for students who complete a graduate certificate course and wish to progress to the master’s course. These pathways provide flexibility and allow students to tailor their learning experience to their individual needs and interests.
FAQ's about Education courses at UTS Online
The number of units varies by program. A Graduate Certificate typically consists of four subjects, while a Master's degree may include up to twelve subjects, depending on the specialisation.
A graduate certificate is a shorter qualification focusing on specific areas of professional development, usually completed in six months to a year. A master's in Education is a more comprehensive program, often taking one to two years, delving deeper into educational theories, research, and leadership practices.
Yes! Education is one of the most stable sectors in Australia. In fact, 91% of postgraduate education graduates are employed full-time within four months of graduating.
Source: QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023
You could step into roles like educational leader, curriculum specialist, learning designer or policy advisor. A master’s isn’t just for classroom teaching, it’s a launchpad for broader impact in schools, government or corporate training.
Education professionals in leadership or specialist roles can earn between $100,000 and $130,000 per year, depending on the sector and level of responsibility.
Source: Seek, 2024
“To be able to connect with these industry experts and also so many different students from so many different industries really allowed you to get stuck in and just explore what else is out there.”
Lauren Scott, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
“I thought completing one subject at a time would be much easier for me to juggle with my work. Everything was in one place. The broad coverage of what I studied has been really helpful, because I’m opening my progression up to those new paths.”
Audrey B, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
"The course modules were easy to read and helped me understand the material. I felt really well-supported, with a student success adviser checking in monthly."
Tiana Thomas, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
“There was a great opportunity to network with peers, both from, I guess, within your industry and from other industries as well.”
Bianca New, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
“I continued some friendships from fellow students and also continued the relationship with UTS.”
Ben G, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
“What I enjoyed most about the course was the freedom to study whenever I had the opportunity to. So being a teacher, I could only study in certain pockets, and during the school holidays I could do a lot more than what I could during the actual school term”
Tina Syros, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
“To have that ongoing student support and then the academia support, it was just so beneficial to get me through the course”
Rhonda Thompson, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
“Knowing that I've got the research behind me through the Master's course is going to give me a lot more confidence when I step into a room where decisions need to be made.”
Joel Garlato, Master of Education (Learning & Leadership) Graduate
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