Master of Teaching (Secondary)
A postgraduate qualification for graduates seeking to become secondary school teachers.
Best for:Graduates with a non-education bachelor's degree seeking a professional qualification for secondary school teaching.
Overview
The Master of Teaching (Secondary) at the University of the Sunshine Coast is designed for individuals who hold a non-education bachelor's degree and wish to transition into a secondary teaching career. The program integrates discipline-specific knowledge with pedagogical training to prepare students for the classroom environment. Participants will learn to assess student learning needs, develop effective lesson plans, and manage diverse classroom settings. The curriculum includes 60 days of supervised professional experience, providing opportunities for practice in rural and remote locations. Students also engage with industry professionals, teacher unions, and educational recruiters to support their transition into the workforce.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement effective lesson plans tailored to secondary school curricula.
- Assess and address the diverse learning needs of secondary students.
- Manage classroom environments to foster positive and inclusive learning outcomes.
- Complete 60 days of supervised professional experience across three distinct blocks.
- Participate in professional development seminars and employment forums.
- Engage with educational stakeholders including teacher unions and school recruiters.
Requirements
Degree required: Non-Education Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent.
Degree offered: Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Language: English proficiency as required by the university for postgraduate admission.
Instruction: English
- Minimum GPA of 4.0 from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Completion of discipline study requirements for at least one first teaching area (minimum one-quarter of a degree).
- Completion of discipline study requirements for at least one second teaching area (minimum one-sixth of a degree).
- Academic background aligning with current Queensland school subject offerings.
- Must hold a non-Education bachelor's degree.
- Teaching areas must be from contrasting or different discipline areas.
- Teaching areas must contain no more than two introductory courses each.
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official university program page to review specific admission requirements and submit their application through the university's portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
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