Postgraduate Course

Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Whether you want to travel the world, coach young people or inspire the next generation of thinkers, studying a Master of Teaching degree will give you valuable experience and a competitive edge to launch your secondary teaching career. 

What type of student are you?

Murdoch code
M1391
Study mode
Part Time or Full Time
Duration
2
Selection rank
CRICOS code
First year fee (domestic)
$17,280
Full course fee (domestic)
$34,560
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The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Overview

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is a 1.75 year full-time initial teaching qualification for graduates who hold a Bachelor’s degree in a non-Education field relevant to teaching. This could mean you pivot from undergraduate studies in areas such as English or communications to teaching, like Chelsea did to follow her true passion - hear her story on this transition. 

Starting in December 2024 you will be able to get a head start on your studies through the Preparing for Teaching Intensive (EDN587). 

This will set you up with the specialist knowledge, skills and capabilities to teach students from Years 7-12 in a teaching area you’re passionate about. If you choose Science or Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS) as your teaching area, you will be expected to teach all components of the curriculum for Years 7-10 and then your specialised area for Years 11 and 12. 

You will also choose a second teaching area from these options – Murdoch is the only Australian University where you can choose Vocational Education and Training (VET) as your second teaching area!  Taking on a second study area means you’ll become qualified to teach students from Years 7-10 in this area. By having qualifications in two teaching areas, you’ll be highly employable when you graduate. 

You’ll explore the role of education in society, learn how to manage a secondary level classroom and get valuable experience working in school placements across the secondary years.  

The Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary Teaching) is available as an alternative exit pathway after one year of study.

3 reasons to study the Master of Teaching (Secondary) at Murdoch 

  1. Be embedded in schools where you’ll have the opportunity to connect theory and practice.  
  1. Learn from experienced teaching professionals who are here to support you in becoming a confident, creative and flexible educator. 
  1. Practise dealing with challenging behaviour and conflict resolution through our SimLabTM before your first prac. It’s a virtual workplace that uses actors and avatars – and the only technology of its kind in WA. 

What you'll learn 

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include: 

Strategies for effective learning and teaching in secondary schools 

Understanding and preparing for the profession of teaching 

Planning and assessing teaching and learning opportunities 

Exploring how diversity can be accommodated in classroom 

Understanding adolescent health and development 

Your future career 

On completion of this course, you will have the knowledge and skillset required to teach in secondary schools, or in a variety of other careers with an education focus such as SciTech, museums and zoos. Graduates of this course have taught both in Australia and overseas. 

Professional accreditation

Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) in articulation with the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA)

Professional recognition

On completion of the Master of Teaching (Secondary) students have a widely accepted qualification from a recognised university and are eligible to apply for registration with the Teacher Registration Board of WA (or other appropriate state-based registration boards).

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Total credit points: 48

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Course Core36 credit points
EDN587Preparing for Teaching Intensive 6
EDN690Professional Experience-Secondary: Differentiation within Diverse Contexts3
EDN582Literacy and Numeracy in Secondary Education3
EDN584Strategies for Effective Learning and Teaching in Secondary Schools3
EDN583Professional Experience Secondary: Strategies for Effective Teaching3
EDN581Adolescent, Family and Community Health3
EDN616Research for Teaching3
EDN681Final Professional Experience Secondary: Research in Practice6
EDN499Quality Teaching Performance Assessment3
EDN612Diversity and Inclusion3
Option12 credit points
MN-ELEDTeaching English6
OR
MN-HSEDTeaching Humanities and Social Sciences6
OR
MN-MAEDTeaching Mathematics6
OR
MN-SCEDTeaching Science6
OR
MN-VETPVocational and Education Training Programs6
OR
MN-HPEHealth and Physical Education 6
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Entry requirements

A recognised Bachelor's degree or higher, with extensive specialist study relevant to the chosen learning areas of the Secondary curriculum (i.e. English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education). To be eligible, applicants seeking a 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 second 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. If choosing Vocational Education and Training as a Minor Teaching Area applicants must have at least one year full time equivalent of industry experience. Entry to the course requires evidence of consistent and sustained high achievement (grades of credit and above) in a relevant undergraduate bachelor degree.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Other Requirements

Enrolment is subject to restriction due to professional recognition requirements. Prior to placement in any school for Professional Experience, it is mandatory that pre-service teachers complete or obtain several forms and clearances. Information and forms regarding these mandatory requirements can be accessed via the Professional Experience website: http://www.murdoch.edu.au/School-of- Education/Professional-Experience Completion and submission of these mandatory requirements is essential before placements can be arranged. Prior to graduation it is mandatory that students satisfactorily complete ACER (Australian Council for Educational Research) testing of literacy and numeracy (LANTITE). Full-time study is required for Year One of the course only. Students may complete Year Two part-time

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai  and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application. 

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

  • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
  • ATAR results (if available)
  • STAT results (if applicable)
  • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

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Recommended documents (if applicable)

  1. Change of name documentation
  2. Marriage certificate
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.