Master of Teaching (Secondary Specialisation)
Qualify as a secondary school teacher with a specialised focus on environmental studies through this accredited master’s programme.
Best for:Best for graduates seeking a teaching qualification with a focus on environmental studies, who are committed to shaping secondary education careers.
Overview
The Master of Teaching (Secondary Specialisation) at Southern Cross University prepares graduates to become qualified secondary school teachers in Australia and internationally. This coursework-based programme allows students to specialise in environmental studies, equipping them with the pedagogical skills and subject expertise required to teach secondary education effectively. The curriculum aligns with the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership’s Graduate Teacher Standards, ensuring graduates meet professional teaching requirements. Applicants may need to complete up to two additional units if they lack prior subject content knowledge. The programme emphasises practical teaching experience alongside theoretical foundations, making it ideal for those passionate about education and environmental education.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with Australian curriculum standards for secondary education.
- Gain practical teaching experience through supervised classroom placements.
- Apply pedagogical theories to real-world teaching scenarios in environmental studies.
- Meet the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership’s Graduate Teacher Standards.
- Complete additional units if lacking prior subject content knowledge in environmental studies.
- Engage in reflective practice to enhance teaching skills and classroom management.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (or equivalent) with a focus on subject content knowledge in environmental studies, or willingness to complete up to two additional units to meet requirements.
Degree offered: Master of Teaching (Secondary Specialisation)
Language: English proficiency (if applicable for international students, though not explicitly stated in this source).
Instruction: English
- Ability to meet Graduate Teacher Standard Descriptor 2.1.1 (Subject Content Knowledge) in environmental studies, or commitment to complete up to two units to fulfil this.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for classroom engagement.
- Commitment to professional teaching standards and ethical practice.
- Open to domestic and international applicants.
- No age restrictions mentioned.
- No prior teaching experience required, though additional units may be needed for subject content knowledge.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
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Applicants must apply directly through Southern Cross University’s official application portal. The process typically involves submitting academic transcripts, a personal statement, and meeting the Graduate Teacher Standards requirements. Additional units may be required if subject content knowledge is insufficient.
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent)
- Personal statement or motivation letter
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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