Course Overview

About This Course

With a strong emphasis on practical classroom experience, our Master of Secondary Teaching is an excellent preparation for graduates who want to teach at secondary school level. You will bring the knowledge you gained in your undergraduate degree and develop knowledge, skills and experience that allows you to pass it on to secondary school students. The Master of Secondary Teaching degree allows you to take your professional approach to the in-school development of teaching competence. At Notre Dame you can expect solid and supportive mentoring arrangements and coursework that is contemporary, practical, interactive and focused on problem-solving. This program prepares all graduates to demonstrate the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers at Graduate level. You will learn to plan, teach and assess learning in each of your teaching areas, as well as to understand students, how they learn and how best to support their developing minds. The program includes a focus on classroom management, development of the whole person and evidence-based approaches to learning, as well as extensive and well-supported professional experience placements.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Broadway, NSW - The University of Notre Dame Australia

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

All applicants must meet the University's minimum requirements for admission as detailed in the University's Policy: Admission and Credit.
This award is only available to those who hold a bachelor degree from a recognised Higher Education Provider.
Applicants who have not successfully completed their Secondary education in an English-speaking country will be required to sit the IELTS Academic Test and achieve a minimum overall score of 7.5 in IELTS Academic, with no score lower than 8.0 in speaking and listening, and no score lower than 7.0 in reading and writing.
Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum of six courses in an area of study offered by UNDA.
Applicants may also be admitted with a second teaching area (usually at least 4 units) in a discipline area relevant to the secondary school curriculum.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

With a Master of Teaching (Secondary Education), you can teach secondary students in Australian Catholic, Independent and Government schools, depending on your teaching specialisation. Career opportunities within the education system include Lead teacher, faculty or year group coordinator, principal, and assistant principal.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) / AITSL

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units12 units

Foundations of Learning

First year core unit

Literacy & Numeracy Across the Curriculum

First year core unit

Transforming Learning through ICT

First year core unit

EDUC6097

Professional Experience 1: Managing Learning Environments (Fremantle)

First year professional experience placement

EDUC6098

Professional Experience 1: Managing Learning Environments (Sydney)

First year professional experience placement

Teaching Methods: 7-10

First year core unit

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students Culturally Responsive Connections

First year core unit

Enriching Inclusive Education

Second year core unit

Teaching Strategies for Students with English as an Additional Language or Dialect

Second year core unit

Teaching Methods: 11-12

Second year core unit

EDUC6102

Professional Engagement & Internship (Fremantle)

Second year professional experience including GTPA

EDUC6103

Professional Engagement & Internship (Sydney)

Second year professional experience including GTPA

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much practical classroom experience will I get during the Master of Secondary Teaching?

You are required to complete a minimum of 12 weeks of practicum, comprised of Professional Experience 1: Managing Learning Environments and the Professional Engagement & Internship (including GTPA). Professional experiences provide a total immersion in the classroom environment, exposing you to the lived experience of a teacher.

What are the English language requirements for international applicants?

Applicants who have not successfully completed their Secondary education in an English-speaking country will be required to sit the IELTS Academic Test and achieve a minimum overall score of 7.5 in IELTS Academic, with no score lower than 8.0 in speaking and listening, and no score lower than 7.0 in reading and writing.

Is the Master of Secondary Teaching professionally accredited?

Yes. The Master of Secondary Teaching has been accredited by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (WATRB) and is recognised by the New South Wales Education and Standards Authority (NESA). The degree is a nationally recognised teaching qualification that allows for accreditation in any state or territory in Australia.

What teaching method areas are available in the program?

Teaching method areas available include English, Mathematics, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Environmental Science, Psychology), Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS), Philosophy and Ethics, Religion & Life, Human Society and its Environment (HISE), Ancient History, Modern History, Business Studies, Legal Studies, Economics, Studies of Religion, Personal Development Health & Physical Education, Outdoor Education, Health and Physical Education, and Drama.

What fee options are available for the Master of Secondary Teaching?

The program offers Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible domestic students, where the Australian Government pays part of your fees and you pay the student contribution amount, which can be deferred via a HECS-HELP Loan. International students pay full tuition fees, which depend on study load and discipline and are payable each semester at least four weeks prior to commencement.

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How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $105,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $105,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Early Childhood TeacherPrimary School TeacherSecondary School TeacherSpecial Education TeacherTeacher Librarian

Key Skills

Lesson planning and curriculum design aligned to the Australian CurriculumDifferentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needsClassroom management and positive behaviour supportFormative and summative assessment design and analysisInclusive education practices for students with disabilities and additional needs

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Master of Secondary Teaching

About This Course

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Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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