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Become a qualified Health and Physical Education teacher with Flinders University’s Bachelor of Education (Secondary HPE). This four-year degree combines practical school placements with studies in curriculum, teaching strategies, and student wellbeing - preparing you for a rewarding career in secondary education, sport, or outdoor learning.
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If you're passionate about promoting health, fitness, and well-being among young Australians, a career as a Health and Physical Education (HPE) teacher could be your ideal path.
With growing demand for qualified educators and comprehensive training programs like the Bachelor of Education (Secondary Health and Physical Education) at Flinders University, now is an excellent time to embark on this rewarding profession.
Salary
$82K - $123K
typical salary in Australia
Job growth
9.4%
5-year projection
A Health and Physical Education (HPE) teacher positively influences student understanding of physical activity, learning through movement, relationships and wellbeing. They cover topics like physical activity, nutrition, mental health, sexual education, and substance abuse prevention, while also leading sports activities.
HPE teachers promote active lifestyles, encourage positive attitudes towards health, and foster teamwork, resilience, and personal development.
A Health Promotion Officer in Australia promotes public health by designing and evaluating programs that encourage healthy behaviours and prevent illness. They work with communities, organisations, and government bodies to raise awareness and support initiatives on topics like nutrition, physical activity, mental health, and substance abuse.
Their role includes research, advocacy, and collaboration to create effective, evidence-based health strategies.
Salary
$88K
typical salary in Australia
Jobs growth
21.9%
5-year projection
A sports coach is responsible for training, developing, and guiding athletes or teams to improve performance and achieve success in their respective sports. They design and implement training sessions, provide tactical and strategic advice, monitor progress, motivate participants, and ensure safety and well-being. Coaches also foster teamwork, discipline, and personal development.
Study: Major in Physical Education
An Education Officer in a sporting or recreational organisation develops and delivers educational programs for athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers. They create training resources, coordinate workshops, and ensure compliance, engage with stakeholders like sporting bodies and local clubs, evaluate program outcomes, and support participant development through both in-person and online learning initiatives.
Study: Major in Health Education
An Outdoor Activity Leader plans and leads outdoor activities like hiking, rock climbing, and kayaking. They ensure participant safety, provide guidance, and manage risks while promoting environmental awareness. Leaders work with various groups, such as schools or corporate teams, and may also facilitate team-building and educational programs.
Study: Minor in Outdoor Education
Build expertise in health education, physical education and outdoor education while completing teaching placements in both major and minor specialisations.
GENERAL
In your first year, you’ll study core topics, and select a topic to contribute to a STEM Teaching Minor.
Your first year might include the following topics. For complete topic information, visit the course Handbook.
GENERAL
In your second year, you'll study core topics and your choice of two option topics. You'll also get hands-on experience with placement opportunities and build industry connections.
Year 2 - Core topics
Your second year might include the following topics. For complete topic information, visit the course Handbook.
*A placement (period of professional experience) where you'll work in real classrooms (or other educational settings) as part of your teacher training.
GENERAL
In your third year, you'll study core topics and your choice of two option topics. You'll also get hands-on experience with placement opportunities and undertake an industry project.
Year 3 - Core topics
Your third year might include the following topics. For complete topic information, visit the course Handbook.
*A placement (period of professional experience) where you'll work in real classrooms (or other educational settings) as part of your teacher training.
GENERAL
In your fourth year, you'll study core topics and your choice of two option topics. You'll also get hands-on experience with placement opportunities and undertake an industry project.
Year 4 - Core topics
Your fourth year might include the following topics. For complete topic information, visit the course Handbook.
*A placement (period of professional experience) where you'll work in real classrooms (or other educational settings) as part of your teacher training.
On successful completion you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia. Graduates looking for employment in other parts of Australia and overseas may be required to meet additional conditions.
After your first year, you can focus on an area that interests you by choosing majors and minors. This will help you work toward the career of your dreams.
MAJOR
Want to help young people live happier, healthier lives? In the Health Education major, you’ll dive into real-world topics like mental health, nutrition, relationships and making smart life choices.
You’ll learn how to create inclusive, supportive spaces where students feel empowered to take charge of their wellbeing. It’s perfect if you’re passionate about health and want to make a real impact in schools.
Year 2 - Core topics
Year 3 - Core topics
Year 4 - Core topics
MAJOR
MAJOR
Love sport, fitness and getting people moving? In the Physical Education major, you’ll build skills in areas like biomechanics, coaching, inclusive sport and the science behind physical activity.
With plenty of hands-on learning, you’ll be ready to design fun, engaging PE programs that inspire students to stay active and healthy — now and for life.
Year 2 - Core topics
Year 3 - Core topics
Option topics
Year 4 - Core topics
Deepen your expertise and research skills with an Honours year in Education. Specialise in areas such as early childhood, gifted education, special education, leadership, wellbeing, and more. You'll complete an independent research project under expert supervision, preparing you for leadership roles, research careers or postgraduate study.
Majors include: Higher Education, Wellbeing and Positive Mental Health, Leadership and Management, Educational Research, Evaluation and Assessment, Cognitive Psychology and Educational Practice.
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Course Coordinator
Dylan Hicks
Dr. Dylan Hicks is a lecturer at Flinders University and the course coordinator for the Bachelor of Education (Secondary Health and Physical Education). With expertise in sport biomechanics, strength and conditioning, and coaching, Dr. Hicks specialises in optimising human movement and performance.
His research spans across Australia, Europe, and the USA, contributing to advancements in movement science. He is also dedicated to promoting applied knowledge in strength, conditioning, and athletic development.
Senior Lecturer
Christian Grocke
Christian Grocke is a Senior Lecturer in Health and Physical Education, dedicated to shaping the next generation of inspiring HPE teachers. With qualifications in Health Science, Education, and Adult and Vocational Education, plus years of hands-on experience in South Australian schools, Christian knows what it takes to engage students and build healthy, active communities.
Through his leadership roles with ACHPER SA and Flinders’ Pride Network, he champions inclusive education and student wellbeing. Christian’s teaching is all about real-world skills, strong values, and setting future educators up for success.
Associate Professor Joss Rankin
Associate Professor Joss Rankin leads the Education programs at Flinders University. Drawing on his experience teaching in schools across South Australia and the UK, Joss brings hands-on expertise and a passion for learning in natural environments.
Joss is committed to meaningful, student-centred learning and is actively involved in education and outdoor networks, helping shape future educators through real-world, engaging experiences.
Connect with industry through practical experience placements. Flinders has strong partnerships with school sport and health settings. With over 80 days of school placements and a focus on real-world teaching strategies, you’ll graduate ready to work in diverse settings—urban, regional, public, or independent - preparing you for a rewarding and future-focused teaching career.
The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.
A Working with Children Check, and Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care Certificate must be completed before undertaking a placement in your first semester.
You could be eligible for the Commonwealth Prac Placement - up to $331.65 per week.*
Begins July 2025 | Teaching, Social Work, Nursing and Midwifery
*Terms and conditions and eligibility criteria apply
Financial support
- 35 Enabling Educator Excellence (E3) Scholarships, valued at $5000, will be available for students commencing in 2025. Find out more
- The Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program provides up to $40,000 to new undergraduate teacher education students. Find out more
We know not everyone begins uni the same way, so we offer a variety of pathways into Flinders.
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If you’re in Year 12, taking the free uniTEST can help boost your chances of getting into Flinders.
Strong results in your Research Project B subject along with your Year 12 results can be considered for entry.
By using three of your best Year 12 grades, you can also gain a place in your course of choice.
Your school’s recommendation about your academic performance may be considered as part of your admission.
The Foundation Studies Program is free and guarantees entry to a range of degrees.
If you’re studying at another university, you may be able to transfer to Flinders based on your Yr 12 results, current GPA or other factors.
Even if you didn’t finish high school (Year 12), you may be able to study at Flinders through your TAFE/VET qualification.
You may be able to complete a TAFE SA course and have guaranteed entry into Flinders.
The TAFE/VET stud you’ve already done may be able to be used as credit towards a Flinders’ course.
The Foundation Studies Program is free and guarantees entry to a range of degrees.
The STAT is a 2-hour multiple choice test that assesses your abilities.
If you completed Year 12 more than two years ago you can still use your results to apply.
Concerned about your ATAR? If it doesn't meet the course requirement, or if you don't receive one, we offer alternative pathways to admission. Contact us to discuss your options—we're here to help.
Applicants must complete a non-academic assessment task known as a Teaching Capabilities Statement as part of their application to demonstrate their motivation to teach, their strong interpersonal and communication skills, willingness to learn, resilience, self-efficacy, and strong organisational and planning skills. This involves a short statement in response to three set questions used to demonstrate suitability for study and work in the teaching profession.
Applicants who select this course as a preference during the application process will be directed to a page to meet this requirement.
Visit the Teaching Capabilities Statement page for further information
The Australian Government has introduced the Literacy and Numeracy Test for all initial teacher education (ITE) students to ensure they have the high level of personal literacy and numeracy skills required of teachers.
The test is a national instrument designed to assess elements of an individual's literacy and numeracy skills and will be used to demonstrate that ITE graduates are in the top 30 per cent of the population for literacy and numeracy.
All students graduating from any ITE course in South Australia must have achieved the standard for both the literacy and numeracy components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) to graduate.
For further information, including registration details, please check the test administrator’s website at https://teacheredtest.acer.edu.au/
There are also important inherent requirements for this course and applicants are strongly advised to become aware of these requirements.
If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.
This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.
If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.
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Get in touch with our team to discuss your preferences, career options, pathways, and course and entry requirements. We are here to ensure you have everything you need to choose the right degree for you.
If you lack required English proficiency, improve through Flinders University Academy or approved ELICOS providers for direct university entry without IELTS/TOEFL tests.
If you do not meet entry requirements for your desired degree, Flinders University Academy will provide you with a direct pathway into the destination degree of your choice.
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The current state of physical education teacher jobs in Australia is promising, with many job listings available on SEEK. Looking ahead, the demand for physical education teachers is expected to remain strong due to a shortage in various regions. This makes it a stable and rewarding career choice with good salary prospects and a positive job outlook.
Yes, all of these degrees include compulsory placements. These placements are a full-time commitment for their duration.
In some cases, there are opportunities to do more than the minimum required days to be eligible for registration, giving students extended workplace experience before completing their degree.
There are also opportunities to undertake rural and remote placements with potential funding available.
From July 2025, there will also be opportunity for paid placements in some disciplines, including education. Find out more.
According to the SA Department of Education, the average annual salary for a school teacher in South Australia typically falls within the range of $80,000 to $126,000.
Health and Physical Education (HPE) is about helping young people develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to lead healthy, active lives. As a student in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary Health and Physical Education), you'll learn how to teach topics like physical activity, fitness, mental health, nutrition, relationships and personal safety—supporting the wellbeing of students through movement and health education.
The Bachelor of Education (Secondary) allows you to choose from a wide range of teaching areas—like English, Science, or Humanities—so you can tailor your degree to your interests. It’s ideal if you want flexibility in the subjects you teach.
The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Health and Physical Education) is a specialised degree for those who want to teach Health and PE. It focuses on physical education, health, and outdoor education, with hands-on experience built in from the start.
The Australian Government has introduced the Literacy and Numeracy Test for all initial teacher education (ITE) students to ensure they have the high level of personal literacy and numeracy skills required of teachers.
The test is a national instrument designed to assess elements of an individual's literacy and numeracy skills and will be used to demonstrate that ITE graduates are in the top 30 per cent of the population for literacy and numeracy.
All students graduating from any ITE course in South Australia must have achieved the standard for both the literacy and numeracy components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) to graduate.
For further information, including registration details, please check the test administrator’s website at https://teacheredtest.acer.edu.au/
There are also important inherent requirements for this course and applicants are strongly advised to become aware of these requirements.
Applicants must complete a non-academic assessment task known as a Teaching Capabilities Statement as part of their application to demonstrate their motivation to teach, their strong interpersonal and communication skills, willingness to learn, resilience, self-efficacy, and strong organisational and planning skills. This involves a short statement in response to three set questions used to demonstrate suitability for study and work in the teaching profession.
Applicants who select this course as a preference during the application process will be directed to a page to meet this requirement.
Visit the Teaching Capabilities Statement page for further information.
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
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Highest rank to receive an offer | 97.85 | 99.35 |
Median rank to receive an offer | 77.13 | 81.65 |
Lowest rank to receive an offer | 60.95 | 70.05 |
The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2024 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
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Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 75 | 24% |
Vocational education and training (VET) study | 13 | 4% |
Work and life experience | 15 | 5% |
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 134 | 43% |
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | 24 | 8% |
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 30 | 10% |
International Students | 18 | 6% |
All students | 309 | 100% |
Get in touch with us to discuss your preferences, career options, pathways and course and entry requirements. We are here to ensure you have everything you need to choose the right degree for you.
The type of documents you will need for your international application depends on what course you are applying for and which country you are a citizen of. Course requirements are stated on each course webpage. Examples of documentation you might expect to provide for your international application include a copy of personal identification, academic transcripts or a resume.
Once you have received your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter from Flinders University, you should apply for your visa as soon as possible as visa processing times can vary. You will receive your CoE letter after you have applied to study at Flinders, accepted your offer and paid the semester tuition fee.
No. Part-time study is currently not available for international students due to visa conditions.
No. Online study is currently not available for international students due to visa conditions.
If you don’t meet our English language or academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through our on-campus pathway provider Flinders University Academy. Alternatively, you can improve your English language proficiency through our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.
You can apply to study as an international student directly through Flinders University or an authorised agent in your country.
If you are from one of the countries listed here, you are required to apply via an education agent. If you reside onshore in Australia, you will not require an agent even if you are from the countries listed above.
Yes. As a student visa (subclass 500) holder, you and your dependents (family members) can work up to 48 hours a fortnight when your course of study is in session. If you have started a master degree by research or doctoral degree, this rule does not apply to you and working hours are not restricted.
Our dedicated International Student Services (ISS) team provide a range of programs supporting your enrolment, study and social life, as well as a referral service to facilities on campus and within the local community.
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