Make it real
Education student Ruby talks about how professional experience placements organised by QUT are helping her put theory into practise.
Experience teaching in a regional or rural location
QUT education graduate Emily Craven found her dream job as a teacher at Spinifex State College in Queensland’s remote community of Mount Isa. Watch her story.
Placements that prepare
'Professional experience is something that really solidified that teaching was the right career choice for me. It reassured me that I had made the right choice in my career and brought that crucial real world experience to my training the prepare me for when I graduate.'
Real-world placement
'From the first year of my degree, I participated in a professional experience placement organised by QUT. It was a valuable opportunity to create lesson plans, observe, and interact with children. Engaging in placements prepares me for a career in teaching and enhances my skill set.'