Master of Teaching (Secondary Education)

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Critically examine historical and contemporary issues in post-primary education at a local, national and international level;
2. Review different pedagogical theories and academic concepts of teaching that support the diversity of learners found in post primary educational settings;
3. Critically review curriculum materials and resources that support the inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives across the curriculum in schools with a view to promoting reconciliation in today's society;
4. Analyse the literacy and numeracy learning needs of students across the full range of abilities including students with disabilities and special learning needs;
5. Plan, implement and evaluate a range of educational practices that support the diversity of students in post primary education;
6. Analyse the efficacy of classroom teaching practices through reflective discussion that draws upon pedagogical theories;
7. Employ advanced skills in research to work with educational stakeholders in educational settings;
8. Apply knowledge and skills within classrooms and the school community to develop inclusive cultures of learning where all school students are supported to achieve.

You will gain extensive work experience, supervised by experienced teachers and supported to take on increasing responsibility. We also offer a range of additional professional experience opportunities, including:

• teaching in rural/remote areas
• international placements
• partnerships with local sports or arts organisations.

To be considered for postgraduate study, you will need to have specific academic qualifications, as outlined below. We also consider non-academic research and work experience for our research candidates.

Admission criteria

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in two discipline areas that meets AITSL specialised requirements available at: https://www.aitsl.edu.au/docs/default-source/default-document-library/accreditation_guidelines_2021_17-feb-2021_contents_web_final.pdf?sfvrsn=9276dd3c_0 Applicants will also be asked to complete an assessment of their non-academic attributes. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree from countries other than Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada or the Republic of Ireland will be required to complete IELTS (or equivalent): Overall 7.0 with Listening 7.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5, Speaking 7.5. Applicants will be assessed on academic performance.

Additional information

Prior to entry into the second year of full time study, students in this course will have to sit the LANTITE test in order to demonstrate that their literacy and numeracy skills are within that expected of the top 30% of the population in Australia. The LANTITE test is a national government requirement for initial teacher education programs. Students should note that they will be subject to a Working With Children Check before practice placements, in accordance with Department of Education and Training policy. Satisfactory achievement of the benchmark for literacy and numeracy is a requirement to graduate from the program. This course is professionally accredited. Applications for credit can only be made on the basis of formal learning that is considered to be equivalent in a professionally accredited course at another institution.

Special entry programs

If you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily.

Learn more about special admission programs