QUT - Real world learning

What is real world learning?

The faster our world evolves, the more important teachers become. Teachers prepare students for a future that is very different to today. That’s why we place emphasis on authentic and realistic learning approaches to prepare you for the real world.

Real world learning in your course

Our courses are regularly reviewed in consultation with the education profession to meet the latest teaching standards. Our aim is to prepare you to be a well-rounded professional, whether you want to step into the classroom with confidence, or explore the world of opportunities available. We’ll teach you essential skills that you can put into practice on professional experience.

Inclusive teaching strategies

QUT has units that will prepare you for teaching a range of diverse learners. You will develop specialist knowledge based on current research. Through inclusive classroom practices, you will be able to effectively engage students who have a variety of learning needs.

Curriculum and pedagogy

Learn innovative strategies and approaches to teach subjects in the Australian curriculum and other curriculum frameworks. Your classes at QUT will include opportunities to design and experiment with planning for learning experiences. You will observe, plan, teach and evaluate programs to ensure all learners are realising their full potential.

Trauma-aware education

QUT is the only university to offer both postgraduate courses and core units for pre-service teachers, designed to build your awareness, knowledge, skills and leadership capacities in trauma-aware education.

Identify ways to strengthen educational policies and practices that better respond to the holistic needs of children and young people.

Health and physical education classes

Secondary students in the health and physical education teaching area can gain extra practical teaching experiences in an authentic real-world environment.

In on-campus curriculum units, students can explore different teaching approaches over a series of physical education lessons with small school groups from Kelvin Grove State College. You’ll be supported and guided by an experienced university mentor.

Teach in rural and remote communities

QUT offers the EQuIPT program to support future teachers to study from selected regional hubs and become a teacher in the local community.

International experiences

Gain valuable experiences overseas. Diverse cultural experiences can enhance your personal development and cultural competence, and show employers that you can deal with change and have initiative, commitment, flexibility, and compassion.

Life-changing

When Karlene travelled to the Philippines on a short-term international program, she didn’t expect it to be a life-changing experience.

'I learnt some valuable lessons. It's a country fraught with so many economic and political challenges, and prone to devastating natural disasters. I was interested to see how schools worked in the midst of all these challenges.'

As part of the program, Karlene taught English in a rural elementary school near the city of Tacloban where she developed her teaching practice and gained a new perspective on life and education.

Apply for exchange

Apply for semester exchange or short-term international programs offered in conjunction with our global partners. Your experience may contribute towards a unit in your course. You may also be eligible to receive funding for travel.

Studying overseas