Handbook

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is 1.75 years full-time equivalent (or 2.75 years part-time) initial teaching qualification for graduates who hold a Bachelor's degree in a non-Education field relevant to secondary teaching. It offers graduates a professional preparation for teaching in secondary schools, or for a wide range of other careers with an education focus. To be eligible, applicants seeking a major teaching area of focus must have six units of study relevant to the chosen discipline, consistent with the WA secondary school curriculum, with no more than two a first year level and at least two at third year level. To be eligible, applicants seeking a minor teaching area of focus must have four units of study relevant to the chosen discipline, as defined by the WA secondary school curriculum, with no more than two a first year level. Entry to the course is competitive, and requires evidence of consistent and sustained high achievement (grades of credit and above) in a relevant undergraduate bachelor degree. 

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) enables students to develop the specialist knowledge, skills and capabilities for successful engagement with the teaching profession. Graduates will have advanced and integrated understanding of the body of knowledge appropriate for secondary school practitioners, and will have acquired the expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills necessary to practice independently in the classroom. Students are supported in becoming effective educators with a strong grounding in learning, teaching and curriculum. Professional Experience is a key component of the degree, and internship arrangements with selected partner schools provide students with opportunities to engage with schools and the broader community throughout the course. The Master of Teaching enables graduates to develop the understandings and capacities to be teacher/researchers, agents for change, and socially just practitioners. The degree provides a foundation for further professional development and scholarship. Graduates of the Master of Teaching (Secondary) are eligible to apply for registration to teach in Australian schools.