Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is for university graduates from non-teaching courses who want to become secondary school teachers (Years 7 to 12). On completion of this degree, you will obtain a formal qualification making you eligible to teach specialised subject areas to students aged 13 to 18 in public, religious and private schools. This degree produces high quality teachers with an understanding of diversity in the classroom and with strong connections to school communities. You will build teaching skills through professional experience immersion programs starting within the first month of commencing the degree and weekly blocks throughout the degree. You will complete 60 days of professional experience (PEX), including the option to complete one PEX in a rural or remote area of NSW. During your degree you will explore the concepts of teaching and learning to build your professional skills in your selected teaching areas. Teaching areas include: English, Mathematics, Science, Visual Arts, Human Society and It's Environment (Modern or Ancient History, plus one of the following: Geography, Society and Culture, Aboriginal Studies, Legal Studies, Business Studies or Economics). Your learning will be supported by on campus tutorials, pre-recorded and in person lectures, in school activities, forums, and online teaching. You will benefit from the expertise of local teachers and a range of workshops to develop your skills in communication, technology enhanced learning, working with parents, designing assessment and conducting school-based research.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

An undergraduate degree equivalent to a three-year Australian bachelor's degree with a minimum average mark of 65%, which meets the requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for teaching in secondary schools.
The NESA requirements must be assessed by the School of Education before submitting your application.
A valid IELTS score is required if the degree was not completed in English in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, or the Republic of Ireland.
Students who have studied overseas may need to meet additional requirements set by the NSW Education Standards Authority to qualify as teachers in NSW.
New enrolling students will be required to complete the new online Working with Children Check and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.
All students completing a NSW teacher education course must pass approved literacy and numeracy tests prior to commencing their Professional Experience.
Entry into the Master of Teaching (Secondary) is competitive; students are required to complete an eligibility assessment prior to submitting an application.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Digital Education Specialist, Discipline Lead, Education Policy Advisor, Educational Consultant, Principal, Special Education Teacher, Teacher, Training and Development Officer

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) / AITSL

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What teaching areas (subjects) can I specialise in during this degree?

Teaching areas include English, Mathematics, Science, Visual Arts, and Human Society and Its Environment (Modern or Ancient History, plus one of the following: Geography, Society and Culture, Aboriginal Studies, Legal Studies, Business Studies or Economics). Note that the methods offered are subject to demand, meaning that not all methods are guaranteed to be offered each year.

How much professional experience will I complete and where?

You will complete 60 days of professional experience (PEX), including the option to complete one PEX in a rural or remote area of NSW. Professional experience immersion programs begin within the first month of commencing the degree, with weekly blocks throughout the degree.

What are the fees for this course and are any subsidised places available?

The indicative full-fee paying course fee for 2026 is $51,758, with a session fee of $12,940. In 2026, domestic students may be eligible for either a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or a UOW-subsidised fee reduction of up to 75% off the fees listed above.

Is this degree accredited and will it allow me to teach outside of NSW?

Yes, this degree is accredited and recognised as a national professional teaching qualification. However, students seeking work outside NSW or Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for any additional requirements.

What are the application deadlines for Autumn 2026?

For Autumn Session 2026, the domestic first round application deadline is 9 December 2025, the international application deadline is also 9 December 2025, and the domestic second round deadline is 16 January 2026. Entry is competitive, and early applicants have the best chance of securing their preferred methods.

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