Dean's Message

At the Faculty of Education at the University of Melbourne, we are a dynamic and inclusive community of scholars, educators, and students, committed to shaping the future of education through research, innovation, and collaboration. As Australia’s top-ranked education faculty, we are proud of our legacy of excellence and our ongoing impact in Australia and around the world.

Education is at the heart of societal transformation, and we embrace this responsibility with intellectual rigour, care, and ambition. We are driven by a deep commitment to advancing education across all sectors—from early childhood and schools to tertiary education, and beyond. Our faculty is not just about teacher education; we are home to world-leading educational research that pushes boundaries, challenges assumptions, and drives meaningful change.

We honour our Indigenous commitments and recognise the importance of embedding Indigenous knowledge, perspectives, and leadership in education. Sustainability is also central to our vision, as we prepare future generations to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

At the core of our faculty is a strong sense of community, where every student, educator, and researcher contributes to and benefits from our collective pursuit of educational excellence. We welcome diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences, knowing that they enrich our learning and research environment. Through national and international collaborations, we engage with pressing global challenges, working to create educational systems that are equitable, future-focused, and impactful.

The Faculty of Education is a place where curiosity thrives, where bold ideas are encouraged, and where we work together to reimagine the possibilities of education. I warmly invite you to explore our programs, engage with our research, and join us in shaping education for a better, more just, and sustainable future.

Professor Marek Tesar
Dean, Faculty of Education