Field of Education Types

01 - Natural and Physical Sciences

Natural and Physical Sciences is the study of all living organisms and inanimate natural objects, through experiment, observation and deduction.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 01 Natural and Physical Sciences includes:

  • atmospheric sciences
  • biological processes
  • chemical reactions
  • geological composition and structures
  • laboratory methodology
  • mathematical and statistical techniques
  • observation and measurement
  • scientific method
  • subatomic particles and quantum mechanics
  • thermodynamics and entropy

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the workings of the universe, and to extend the body of scientific knowledge.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

0101
Mathematical Sciences
0103
Physics and Astronomy
0105
Chemical Sciences
0107
Earth Sciences
0109
Biological Sciences
0199
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
01
Natural and Physical Sciences
010100
Mathematical Sciences
010101
Mathematics
010103
Statistics
010199
Mathematical Sciences n.e.c.
010300
Physics and Astronomy
010301
Physics
010303
Astronomy
010500
Chemical Sciences
010501
Organic Chemistry
010503
Inorganic Chemistry
010599
Chemical Sciences n.e.c.
010700
Earth Sciences
010701
Atmospheric Sciences
010703
Geology
010705
Geophysics
010707
Geochemistry
010709
Soil Science
010711
Hydrology
010713
Oceanography
010799
Earth Sciences n.e.c.
010900
Biological Sciences
010901
Biochemistry and Cell Biology
010903
Botany
010905
Ecology and Evolution
010907
Marine Science
010909
Genetics
010911
Microbiology
010913
Human Biology
010915
Zoology
010999
Biological Sciences n.e.c.
019900
Other Natural & Phys. Sciences
019901
Medical Science
019903
Forensic Science
019905
Food Science and Biotechnology
019907
Pharmacology
019909
Laboratory Technology
019999
Natural & Phys. Sciences n.e.c.

02 - Information Technology

Information Technology is the study of the processing, transmitting and storage of information by computers.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 02 Information Technology includes:

  • computation theory
  • computer programming
  • data format and coding
  • management, storage and retrieval of information in a computer environment
  • robotics programming and artificial intelligence
  • systems analysis

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of information systems, programming languages, information management and artificial intelligence, the ability to apply them to solve problems.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

0201
Computer Science
0203
Information Systems
0299
Other information technology

Exclusions: Computer hardware design and construction. This is included in Detailed Field 031305 Computer Engineering. Computer operation and using software packages. This is included in Detailed Field 080905 Practical Computing Skills.

02
Information Technology
020100
Computer Science
020101
Formal Language Theory
020103
Programming
020105
Computational Theory
020107
Compiler Construction
020109
Algorithms
020111
Data Structures
020113
Networks and Communications
020115
Computer Graphics
020117
Operating Systems
020119
Artificial Intelligence
020199
Computer Science n.e.c.
020300
Information Systems
020301
Conceptual Modelling
020303
Database Management
020305
Systems Analysis and Design
020307
Decision Support Systems
020399
Information Systems n.e.c.
029900
Other Information Technology
029901
Security Science
029999
Information Technology n.e.c.

03 - Engineering and Related Technologies

Engineering and Related Technologies is the study of the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance and functioning of machines, products, systems and structures; and the composition and processing of metals, ceramics, foodstuffs and other materials. It includes the measurement and mapping of the earth's surface and its natural and constructed features.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 03 Engineering and Related Technologies includes:

  • aeronautics
  • engineering and manufacturing technology
  • food technology
  • land information technology and remote sensing
  • materials science
  • principles of design and drafting, planning and commissioning
  • plant and machine maintenance

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the conversion of materials and energy, and the measurement and representation of objects, and the operation of plant, machinery and transport systems.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

0301
Manufacturing Engineering and Technology
0303
Process and Resources Engineering
0305
Automotive Engineering and Technology
0307
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
0309
Civil Engineering
0311
Geomatic Engineering
0313
Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology
0315
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
0317
Maritime Engineering and Technology
0399
Other Engineering and Related Technologies

Exclusions: Architecture and building. This is included in Broad Field 04 Architecture and Building.

03
Engineering and Related Technologies
030100
Manufact. Eng. & Technology
030101
Manufacturing Engineering
030103
Printing
030105
Textile Making
030107
Garment Making
030109
Footwear Making
030111
Wood Machining and Turning
030113
Cabinet Making
030115
Furniture Upholstery/Renovation
030117
Furniture Polishing
030199
Manufact. Eng. & Technology n.e.c.
030300
Process & Resources Eng.
030301
Chemical Engineering
030303
Mining Engineering
030305
Materials Engineering
030307
Food Processing Technology
030399
Process & Resources Eng. n.e.c.
030500
Automotive Eng. & Technology
030501
Automotive Engineering
030503
Vehicle Mechanics
030505
Automotive Electrics & Electronic
030507
Automotive Vehicle Refinishing
030509
Automotive Body Construction
030511
Panel Beating
030513
Upholstery & Vehicle Trimming
030515
Automotive Vehicle Operations
030599
Automotive Eng.& Technology n.e.c.
030700
Mechn. & Ind. Eng. & Technology
030701
Mechanical Engineering
030703
Industrial Engineering
030705
Toolmaking
030707
Metal Fitting
030709
Sheetmetal Working
030711
Boilermaking and Welding
030713
Metal Casting & Patternmaking
030715
Precision Metalworking
030717
Plant and Machine Operations
030799
Mechn. Ind. Eng.&Technology n.e.c.
030900
Civil Engineering
030901
Construction Engineering
030903
Structural Engineering
030905
Building Services Engineering
030907
Water & Sanitary Engineering
030909
Transport Engineering
030911
Geotechnical Engineering
030913
Ocean Engineering
030999
Civil Engineering n.e.c.
031100
Geomatic Engineering
031101
Surveying
031103
Mapping Science
031199
Geomatic Engineering n.e.c.
031300
Electrical & Electronic Eng & Techn
031301
Electrical Engineering
031303
Electronic Engineering
031305
Computer Engineering
031307
Communications Technologies
031309
Comm. Equipment Install.&Maint.
031311
Powerline Installation & Maint.
031313
Electrical Fitting
031315
Refrigeration&Air Cond. Mechn.
031317
Electronic Equipment Servicing
031399
Elect&Electronic Eng&Techn n.e.c.
031500
Aerospace Eng. & Technology
031501
Aerospace Engineering
031503
Aircraft Maintenance Eng.
031505
Aircraft Operation
031507
Air Traffic Control
031599
Aerospace Eng. & Technology n.e.c.
031700
Maritime Eng. & Technology
031701
Maritime Engineering
031703
Maritime Construction
031705
Marine Craft Operation
031799
Maritime Eng. & Technology n.e.c.
039900
Other Eng. & Related Techn.
039901
Environmental Engineering
039903
Biomedical Engineering
039905
Fire Technology
039907
Rail Operations
039909
Cleaning
039999
Other Eng. & Related Techn. n.e.c.

04 - Architecture and Building

Architecture and Building is the study of the art, science and techniques involved in designing, constructing, adapting and maintaining public, commercial, industrial and residential structures and landscapes. It includes the study of the art and science of designing and planning urban and regional environments.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 04 Architecture and Building includes:

  • aesthetics and space dynamics
  • building economics
  • building science
  • building techniques and technologies
  • construction management
  • architectural design and drawing
  • town planning

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to provide an understanding of integrating structural and aesthetic elements in buildings, and construction methods, techniques and materials.

This field comprises the following narrow fields:

0401
Architecture and urban environment
0403
Building
04
Architecture and Building
040100
Architecture & Urban Environment
040101
Architecture
040103
Urban Design & Reg. Planning
040105
Landscape Architecture
040107
Interior & Environ. Design
040199
Architecture&Urban Environ n.e.c.
040300
Building
040301
Building Science and Technology
040303
Building Constr. Management
040305
Building Surveying
040307
Building Construction Economics
040309
Bricklaying and Stonemasonary
040311
Carpentry and Joinery
040313
Ceiling
040315
Roof Fixing
040317
Plastering
040319
Furnishing Installation
040321
Floor Covering
040323
Glazing
040325
Painting
040327
Plumbing
040329
Scaffolding & Rigging
040399
Building n.e.c.

05 - Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies

Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies is the study of the theory and practice of breeding, growing, gathering, reproducing and caring for plants and animals. It includes the study of the interaction between people and the environment and the application of scientific knowledge to the environment to protect it from deterioration.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 05 Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies includes:

  • crop production
  • animal production and management
  • environmental impact and assessment
  • forestry resources management
  • soil and water conservation
  • aquatic resource management

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the management and use of natural resources, and the production of primary agricultural products.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

0501
Agriculture
0503
Horticulture and Viticulture
0505
Forestry Studies
0507
Fisheries Studies
0509
Environmental Studies
0599
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies

Exclusions: Veterinary science. This is included in Narrow Field 0611 Veterinary Science.

05
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
050100
Agriculture
050101
Agricultural Sciences
050103
Wool Sciences
050105
Animal Husbandry
050199
Agriculture n.e.c.
050300
Horticulture and Viticulture
050301
Horticulture
050303
Viticulture
050500
Forestry Sciences
050501
Forestry Studies
050700
Fisheries Sciences
050701
Aquaculture
050799
Fisheries Studies n.e.c.
050900
Environmental Studies
050901
Land
050999
Environmental Studies n.e.c.
059900
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
059901
Pest & Weed Control
059999
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies n.e.c.

06 - Health

Health is the study of maintaining and restoring the physical and mental well‑being of humans and animals.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 06 Health includes:

  • disease processes and mechanisms
  • restoration and maintenance of health
  • diagnosis
  • principles and practices of public health

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the principles and practices of identifying, treating, controlling and preventing injury and diseases. It is also involves developing an understanding of the principles and practices of providing preventative, curative, rehabilitative and palliative care.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

0601
Medical Studies
0603
Nursing
0605
Pharmacy
0607
Dental Studies
0609
Optical Science
0611
Veterinary Studies
0613
Public Health
0615
Radiography
0617
Rehabilitation Therapies
0619
Complementary Therapies
0699
Other Health

Exclusions: Medical Science. This is included in Detailed Field 019901 Medical Science.

06
Health
060100
Medical Studies
060101
General Medicine
060103
Surgery
060105
Psychiatry
060107
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
060109
Paediatrics
060111
Anaesthesiology
060113
Pathology
060115
Radiology
060117
Internal Medicine
060119
General Practice
060199
Medical Studies n.e.c.
060300
Nursing
060301
General Nursing
060303
Midwifery
060305
Mental Health Nursing
060307
Community Nursing
060309
Critical Care Nursing
060311
Aged Care Nursing
060313
Palliative Care Nursing
060315
Mother.Nur&Fam&ChildHealthNurs
060399
Nursing n.e.c.
060500
Pharmacy
060501
Pharmacy
060700
Dental Studies
060701
Dentistry
060703
Dental Assisting
060705
Dental Technology
060799
Dental Studies n.e.c.
060900
Optical Science
060901
Optometry
060903
Optical Technology
060999
Optical Sciences n.e.c.
061100
Veterinary Studies
061101
Veterinary Science
061103
Veterinary Assisting
061199
Veterinary Studies n.e.c.
061300
Public Health
061301
Occupational Health & Safety
061303
Environmental Health
061305
Indigenous Health
061307
Health Promotion
061309
Community Health
061311
Epidemiology
061399
Public Health n.e.c.
061500
Radiography
061501
Radiography
061700
Rehabilitation Therapies
061701
Physiotherapy
061703
Occupational Therapy
061705
Chiropractic & Osteopathy
061707
Speech Pathology
061709
Audiology
061711
Massage Therapy
061713
Podiatry
061799
Rehabilitation Therapies n.e.c.
061900
Complementary Therapies
061901
Naturopathy
061903
Acupuncture
061905
Traditional Chinese Medicine
061999
Complementary Therapies n.e.c.
069900
Other Health
069901
Nutrition & Dietetics
069903
Human Movement
069905
Paramedical Studies
069907
First Aid
069999
Health n.e.c.

07 - Education

Education is the study of the process of learning. It includes the theories, methods and techniques of imparting knowledge and skills to others.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 07 Education includes:

  • curriculum development
  • processes of learning and skill acquisition
  • teaching methods

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the processes and methods of teaching and learning in pre‑schools, schools, tertiary educational institutions and informal settings.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

0701
Teacher Education
0703
Curriculum and Education Studies
0799
Other Education
07
Education
070100
Teacher Education
070101
Teacher Ed.: Early Childhood
070103
Teacher Education: Primary
070105
Teacher Education: Secondary
070107
Teacher‑Librarianship
070109
Teacher Ed.: Voc. Ed.&Training
070111
Teacher Ed.: Higher Education
070113
Teacher Ed.: Special Education
070115
English as a Second Lang.Teach.
070117
Nursing Ed. Teacher Training
070199
Teacher Education n.e.c.
070300
Curriculum & Education Studies
070301
Curriculum Studies
070303
Education Studies
079900
Other Education
079999
Education n.e.c.

08 - Management and Commerce

Management and Commerce is the study of the theory and practice of planning, directing, organising, motivating and co‑ordinating the human and material resources of private and public organisations and institutions. It includes the merchandising and provision of goods and services and personal development.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 08 Management and Commerce includes:

  • management and administration
  • human and material resources management
  • sales and marketing
  • finance and financial management
  • human behaviour and time management

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the theory and practice of decision making and policy formation, organisational development, planning, financial management and the marketing and selling of goods and services.

This narrow field comprises the following narrow fields:

0801
Accounting
0803
Business and Management
0805
Sales and Marketing
0807
Tourism
0809
Office Studies
0811
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
0899
Other Management and Commerce
08
Management and Commerce
080100
Accounting
080101
Accounting
080300
Business & Management
080301
Business Management
080303
Human Resource Management
080305
Personal Management Training
080307
Organisation Management
080309
Industrial Relations
080311
International Business
080313
Public&Health Care Admin.
080315
Project Management
080317
Quality Management
080319
Hospitality Management
080321
Farm Management & Abribus.
080323
Tourism Management
080399
Business & Management n.e.c.
080500
Sales & Marketing
080501
Sales
080503
Real Estate
080505
Marketing
080507
Advertising
080509
Public Relations
080599
Sales & Marketing n.e.c.
080700
Tourism
080701
Tourism
080900
Office Studies
080901
Secretarial & Clerical Studies
080903
Keyboard Skills
080905
Practical Computing Skills
080999
Office Studies n.e.c.
081100
Banking
081101
Banking & Finance
081103
Insurance & Actuarial Studies
081105
Investment & Securities
081199
Bank. Finance & Rel. Fields n.e.c.
089900
Other Mangt. & Commerce
089901
Pur.
089903
Valuation
089999
Management & Commerce n.e.c.

09 - Society and Culture

Society and Culture is the study of the physical, social and cultural organisation of human society and their influence on the individual and groups.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 09 Society and Culture includes:

  • belief and value systems
  • cultural expression
  • human development and behaviour
  • human populations and their environments
  • politics of power
  • social organisation and structure
  • social research methodology

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of human behaviour and interaction, beliefs and values, cultural expression, and social structure and organisation.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

0901
Political Science and Policy Studies
0903
Studies in Human Society
0905
Human Welfare Studies and Services
0907
Behavioural Science
0909
Law
0911
Justice and Law Enforcement
0913
Librarianship, Information Management and Curatorial Studies
0915
Language and Literature
0917
Philosophy and Religious Studies
0919
Economics and Econometrics
0921
Sport and Recreation
0999
Other Society and Culture
09
Society and Culture
090100
Political Sci. & Policy Studies
090101
Political Science
090103
Policy Studies
090300
Studies in Human Society
090301
Sociology
090303
Anthroplogy
090305
History
090307
Archaeology
090309
Human Geography
090311
Indigenous Studies
090313
Gender Specific Studies
090399
Studies in Human Society n.e.c.
090500
Human Welfare Studies & Serv
090501
Social Work
090503
Children's Services
090505
Youth Work
090507
Care for the Aged
090509
Care for the Disabled
090511
Residential Client Care
090513
Counselling
090515
Welfare Studies
090599
Human Welfare Stud. & Serv. n.e.c.
090700
Behavioural Science
090701
Psychology
090799
Behavioural Science n.e.c.
090900
Law
090901
Business & Commercial Law
090903
Constitutional Law
090905
Criminal Law
090907
Family Law
090909
International Law
090911
Taxation Law
090913
Legal Practice
090999
Law n.e.c.
091100
Justice & Law Enforcement
091101
Justice Administration
091103
Legal Studies
091105
Police Studies
091199
Justice & Law Enforcement n.e.c.
091300
Librar. Info. Mang. & Curat. Stud
091301
Librarianship &. Info. Mangment
091303
Curatorial Studies
091500
Language & Literature
091501
English Language
091503
Northern European Languages
091505
Southern European Languages
091507
Eastern European Languages
091509
SW Asian & North. African Langs
091511
Southern Asian Languages
091513
Southeast Asian Languages
091515
Eastern Asian Languages
091517
Australian Indigenous Langs.
091519
Translating & Interpreting
091521
Linguistics
091523
Literature
091599
Language & Literature n.e.c.
091700
Philosophy & Religious Studies
091701
Philosophy
091703
Religious Studies
091900
Economics & Econometrics
091901
Economics
091903
Econometrics
092100
Sport & Recreation
092101
Sport & Recreation Activities
092103
Sports Coaching
092199
Sport & Recreation n.e.c.
099900
Other Society & Culture
099901
Family & Consumer Studies
099903
Criminology
099905
Security Services
099999
Society & Culture n.e.c.

10 - Creative Arts

Creative Arts is the study of creating and performing works of art, music, dance and drama. It includes the study of clothing design and creation, and the communication of messages in a variety of media.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 10 Creative Arts includes:

  • artistic and technical aspects of audio‑visual communication
  • artistic and technical aspects of the creation and production of art and craft, photographs and fashion apparel
  • artistic and technical aspects of the creation, production and performance of music, dance and drama
  • history, development and theory of the visual and performing arts

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of composition, performance, artistic production, choreography, design and creativity and technical production.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

1001
Performing Arts
1003
Visual Arts and Crafts
1005
Graphic and Design Studies
1007
Communication and Media Studies
1099
Other Creative Arts

Exclusions: Mass production of products such as fashion apparel, woven materials, pottery and furniture. These are included in Narrow Field 0301 Manufacturing Engineering and Technology. Computer graphics: This is included in Narrow Field 0201 Computer Science.

10
Creative Arts
100100
Performing Arts
100101
Music
100103
Drama & Theatre Studies
100105
Dance
100199
Performing Arts n.e.c.
100300
Visual Arts & Crafts
100301
Fine Arts
100303
Photography
100305
Crafts
100307
Jewellery Making
100309
Floristry
100399
Visual Arts & Crafts n.e.c.
100500
Graphic & Design Studies
100501
Graphic Arts & Design Studies
100503
Textile Design
100505
Fashion Design
100599
Graphic & Design Studies n.e.c.
100700
Communication & Media Studies
100701
Audio Visual Studies
100703
Journalism
100705
Written Communication
100707
Verbal Communication
100799
Communication & Media St n.e.c.
109900
Other Creative Arts
109999
Creative Arts n.e.c.

11 - Food, Hospitality and Personal Services

Food, Hospitality and Personal Services is the study of preparing, displaying and serving food and beverages, providing hospitality services, caring for the hair and body for grooming and beautification and other personal services.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 11 Food, Hospitality and Personal Services includes:

  • application and use of skin care and cosmetic products
  • general beauty care
  • hair cutting, styling, colouring and treatment techniques
  • housekeeping
  • hygienic work practices in relation to the food and hospitality industry
  • preparation, display and service of food and beverages

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the preparation of food and beverages, and the provision of hospitality services including housekeeping, cleaning and food and beverage service. It also involves developing a knowledge of beautification and beauty treatments.

This narrow filed comprises the following narrow fields:

1101
Food and Hospitality
1103
Personal Services

Exclusions: Massage. This is included in Detailed Field 061711 Massage Therapy.

11
Food, Hospitality and Personal Services
110100
Food & Hospitality
110101
Hospitality
110103
Food and Beverage Services
110105
Butchery
110107
Baking & Pastrymaking
110109
Cookery
110111
Food Hygiene
110199
Food & Hospitality n.e.c.
110300
Personal Services
110301
Beauty Therapy
110303
Hairdressing
110399
Personal Services n.e.c.

12 - Mixed Field Programs

Mixed Field Programs are programs providing general and personal development education.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 12 Mixed Field Programs includes:

  • literacy and numeracy skills
  • personal, social and workplace relationships

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop a basic understanding of reading, writing and arithmetic along with an elementary understanding of other subjects such as history, geography, natural science, social science, art and music. It also involves developing an understanding of key competencies and skills that are needed for job search activities, employment and personal survival skills.

This broad field comprises the following narrow fields:

1201
General Education Programs
1203
Social Skills Programs
1205
Employment Skills Programs
1299
Other Mixed Field Programs

Exclusions Personal management training. This is included in Detailed Field 080305 Personal Management Training.

12
Mixed Field Programs
120100
General Education Programs
120101
General Primary and secondary education programs
120103
Literacy and Numeracy Programs
120105
Learning Skills Programs
120199
General Education Programs
120300
Social Skills Programs
120301
Social and Interpersonal Skills Programs
120303
Survival Skills Programs
120305
Parental Education Programs
120399
Social Skills Programs, n.e.c.
120500
Employment Skills Programs
120501
Career Development Programs
120503
Job Search Skills Programs
120505
Work Practices Programs
120599
Employment Skills Programs, n.e.c.
129900
Other Mixed Field Programs
129999
Mixed Field Programs