Geography Teacher

A Geography Teacher educates students about Earth’s landscapes, environments, and human interactions with these spaces. You’ll plan and deliver lessons, assess student progress, and develop curriculum materials that build geographical skills and knowledge. Key responsibilities include supporting students’ educational development and contributing to departmental meetings.

Geography Teachers often work in secondary schools and may participate in extracurricular activities or specialise in related subjects.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a geography teacher?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Geography)

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $16,992
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
TAE50122

Diploma of Vocational Education and Training

Online
12 months
$4,800
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • At least 23 months work experience in a related field
  • At least 3 months work experience in a related field
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • At least 23 months work experience in a related field
  • At least 3 months work experience in a related field
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
Additional requirements may apply.
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