In fostering creativity among teacher education students, attention to both internal and external factors is crucial. This study explores the impact of curriculum teaching on student creativity. Using a quantitative approach, 349 students from three Chongqing universities were surveyed. Results indicate that intrinsic motivation and teaching models significantly affect student creativity. Teacher influence and learner traits also play a role, although to a lesser extent. Surprisingly, the learning environment showed no significant relationship with creativity. These findings inform recommendations for innovative teaching strategies to enhance student creativity.