Master of Teaching (Secondary)
A postgraduate qualification designed to prepare university graduates for a career in secondary school teaching.
Best for:Best for university graduates seeking a career change into secondary school teaching.
Overview
The Master of Teaching (Secondary) at the University of Wollongong is a coursework-based programme tailored for graduates from non-teaching disciplines who wish to transition into secondary education. The curriculum focuses on preparing students to teach across Years 7 to 12, fostering expertise in specialized subject areas and classroom diversity. Students engage in extensive professional experience, including 60 days of practical immersion in school settings. This programme aims to produce high-quality educators with strong ties to school communities and the pedagogical skills necessary for modern classrooms.
What you'll do
- Complete 60 days of professional experience (PEX) in school environments.
- Participate in professional experience immersion programs starting within the first month.
- Engage in weekly practical blocks throughout the duration of the degree.
- Develop pedagogical skills for teaching students aged 13 to 18.
- Apply understanding of classroom diversity and inclusive teaching practices.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in a non-teaching discipline
Degree offered: Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Language: English proficiency as required by the university for postgraduate admission
Instruction: English
- Academic qualification in a discipline suitable for secondary school teaching
- Commitment to professional development in an educational setting
- Ability to engage with diverse student populations
- Must hold a prior university degree in a non-teaching field
- Must meet UOW Admissions Procedures and UOW College Admissions Policy requirements
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Interested applicants should review the specific admission requirements on the University of Wollongong course page. Applications are processed according to the university's standard admissions procedures.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of prior degree
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