Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) aims to develop graduates who will contribute to schools and other settings as teachers. Are you passionate about shaping and engaging with the young minds of the future? Do you believe in the transformational power of education and are considering a career change to teaching? If you already hold a degree in another discipline, a Master of Teaching (Secondary) will qualify you to become a teacher in secondary schools in Australia and overseas.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

All applicants will be required to meet Eastern's General Entry Requirements.
Admission into this course requires you already hold a bachelor degree in a field separate from education that enables or allows you to teach in two curriculum areas.
All applicants will be interviewed as part of the application process, and will be assessed on: Motivation to Teach, Strong Interpersonal/Communication skills, Willingness to Learn, Resilience, Self-efficacy, Conscientiousness, Organisational and planning skills, and Problem solving ability.
As a part of the application process you are required to complete the Casper test two weeks before your interview.
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
All students will be required to complete a Working With Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing their professional experience. Overseas students can obtain the WWCC after arriving in Australia.
Students must complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as part of their studies, or alternatively have recognition of First Nations language proficiency. LANTITE should be attempted in the first year of your studies, and must be completed before your final placement.
Recognition of First Nations language proficiency by the relevant cultural authority or a formal qualification in an Australian First Nations language is an acceptable alternative standard in lieu of all LANTITE requirements.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates will be able to apply for provisional registration as a teacher in Australia and overseas. Graduates may find employment in schools as well as other environments such as churches; parachurch organisations; government and private enterprises. Graduates may also continue to postgraduate studies in education and a variety of related fields. Completion of this program can lead to doctoral studies in Education.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units17 units

ED920

Developmental Learning and Pedagogies

ED921

Ecology and Management of Learning Environments

ED922

Students with Additional Needs

ED923

Information Communications Technology and Design

ED924

Learners, Educators and Social Contexts

ED952

Assessment, Evidence and Reporting

ES926

Literacy and Numeracy Across the Curriculum

ES927

Adolescent Identity and Contexts

ES928

Secondary School Systems and Reflexive Praxis

ES951

Creating and Designing for the Profession

Capstone unit

CF901

Integration of Faith and Vocation

Capstone unit; to be completed in last year of course

PR931A

Professional Practice: Supported Teaching Secondary (5 days)

1 CP practicum

PR932A

Professional Practice: Supported Teaching Secondary (5 days)

1 CP practicum

PR934

Professional Practice: Teaching Secondary (25 days)

5 CP practicum

PR938

Professional Practice: Teaching Secondary (30 days)

6 CP practicum

ES950

Art (Years 7 to 10)

Art Methods Stream

ES951

Art (VCE)

Art Methods Stream

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Master of Teaching (Secondary) accredited and will it allow me to register as a teacher in Australia?

Yes. The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) using the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. This means that the qualification will be accepted for school teacher registration in Victoria and all other Australian states and territories. Graduates will be able to apply for provisional registration as a teacher in Australia and overseas.

What teaching method streams are available and how many do I need to choose?

Students must complete 4 units in two of the following streams, with one Years 7 to 10 unit and one VCE unit in each stream: Art, Drama, English, History, Humanities, Mathematics, Psychology, Religious Education, and Science.

What does the course structure look like and how many units are required?

Students will complete 18 units (6 credit points each) consisting of 15 core units across Education (General) and Education (Secondary) areas, 4 method stream units across two chosen subject streams (one Years 7–10 unit and one VCE unit per stream), and 1 capstone unit (the Capstone Experience).

Is financial support available for professional placement rounds?

Yes. The Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) provides eligible students with $331.65 per week from 1 July 2025 to help cover the costs of mandatory placements. Education students at Eastern College Australia may qualify for this support during their teaching rounds.

Can I receive credit for prior study or work experience when applying for this course?

You may be entitled to credit for prior learning, whether formal or informal. Formal learning can include previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning or various kinds of work and life experience. Credit can reduce the amount of study needed to complete a degree. For further information, you can contact the College on 9790 9200 and speak to the Registrar.

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