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Master of Teaching

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Overview

You never forget your favourite childhood teacher. Here’s your chance to be that person.

Our two-year Master of Teaching is geared towards making a positive and perhaps even life-long impact on the lives of your students.

As well as undertaking an extended education research project, you can choose either to major in early childhood or secondary teaching with specialisations in fields spanning English to Art, Mathematics to Music, Science to Dance and more. Professional experience placements are an integral part of your learning experience.

Employment opportunities are diverse, as graduates are qualified to teach in New South Wales and Queensland.

Applicants for the Master of Teaching must submit a 1,000-word personal statement outlining their non-academic capabilities. See education non-academic requirements for further information.

Course Learning Outcome

Demonstrate an advanced ability to research, synthesise and evaluate ideas and theories related to educational practice

Demonstrate knowledge or research principles and methods related to the field of education and teaching practice

Exercise critical analysis, problem solving and research based decision-making in school-based practice.

Demonstrate application of advanced knowledge in relation to education practice and implement targeted research to inform best practice.

Demonstrate cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories

Demonstrate an ability use creative skills based upon understanding of research methodology in order to develop innovative and creative responses to challenges in an educational setting

Demonstrate a knowledge of social responsibility, ethics and legal principles consistent with what is expected of an education professional working in a learning community and with students, parents and carers

Demonstrate an awareness of the need for student safety and support within professional frameworks

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to legislative requirements and codes of conduct relevant to the education profession

Demonstrate advanced integrated knowledge and understanding of teaching area disciplines and curriculum frameworks

Demonstrate a research based understanding and knowledge of the pedagogy for effective educational practice

Use data informed decision making to inform professional decisions and generate theoretical propositions for improving teaching performance and educational practice

Demonstrate skills in advancing research and pedagogical practice

Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development through self-directed learning and reflective practice.

Demonstrate an advanced ability to communicate and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies and conclusions which inform professional decision making to teaching professionals, parents and the wider educational community.

Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills applicable in professional educational settings

Apply and integrate an understanding of social, indigenous and cultural diversity, and respect for the identity of all persons, in local and international contexts.

Identify and apply proactive and inclusive strategies to encourage and support student engagement and behaviour including diverse groups of learners such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, migrants and students from non-English speaking backgrounds

Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of inclusion and diverse learning needs

Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for diversity in others and self

Early Childhood you will undertake 60 days of professional placement during this course in two environments - a preschool setting and an infant and toddler setting.

Secondary you complete a program of practical in-school teaching experiences during the course, which enable you to put theory into practice as they observe and reflect on classroom dynamics.

Placement also provides opportunities for you to become acquainted with the formal and informal aspects of what occurs in classrooms and schools or early childhood settings and to demonstrate your independent and professional capabilities as teachers.

 

You complete four research units that focus on an area of education that is significant to their field of teacher training, or to education as a whole.

You can select the Early Childhood stream, to become an early childhood teacher (six-weeks to five-years-old).

OR

You can select the Secondary stream (for domestic students only) to become a secondary school teacher in up to two of the following subjects:

  • English
  • Human Society and its Environment (HSIE), which comprises modern history or geography, with the optional addition of ancient history, business studies, legal studies, economics, society and culture
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)
  • Science
  • Technological and Applied Studies.

If you plan to teach in only one subject area in a secondary school, you can select two elective units from topics including social and emotional wellbeing; children's rights; casual teaching; teaching the gifted.

Please note: All teaching subjects are offered online, however some units require attendance at on-campus workshops. 

To see what you need to have studied for a secondary teaching subject please see Master of Teaching Previous Studies Subject Guide.

Depending on your previous study, you may need to complete additional units, some of which may only be available on campus. All core education units can be studied on campus or online.

Note: International EAP3 students can progress to a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood stream) with an equivalent of IELTS 7.0

Location Teaching period Annual Fees CRICOS
Gold Coast Term 1 , Term 3 , Term 5 $26,800 ($3,350 per unit) 102983G

Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition, students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions.

Career Outcomes

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is  accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for national accreditation through the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL).

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) requires students across Australia to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE).

The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is accredited as an early childhood teaching qualification by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).

Usually, Australian teacher qualifications are recognised internationally, but students need to check with potential employers and teacher registration authorities in other countries regarding accreditation requirements.

Requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.

Course requirements

To be eligible to receive the Master of Teaching students must complete 192 credit points, comprising:

  • 2 core units (24 credit points),
  • 3 research units (48 credit points),
  • 10 units (120 credit points) in the Secondary or Early Childhood stream:

Secondary stream

  1. 6 Secondary Stream core units (72 credit points),
  2. 2 Secondary Stream units (24 credit points), which must comprise at least 2 sequential units from a Secondary Curriculum Specialisation,
  3. 2 elective units (24 credit points), and
  • Both components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as required by the Federal Government.
  • Meet the English language proficiency requirements for teacher registration in Australia.
  • Permission to undertake a second two (2) unit sequential Curriculum Specialisation will at all times be at the discretion of the Course Coordinator.
  • Permission to undertake a professional experience placement will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of the School.

Early Childhood stream

  1. 10 Early Childhood Stream core units (120 credit points).
  • Permission to undertake a professional experience placement will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of the School.

Exit Awards

Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood) after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 8 Early Childhood Stream Core units.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access and Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.

Entry requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

Language requirements

To be eligible to receive the Master of Teaching students must complete 192 credit points, comprising:

  • 2 core units (24 credit points),
  • 3 research units (48 credit points),
  • 10 units (120 credit points) in the Secondary or Early Childhood stream:

Secondary stream

  1. 6 Secondary Stream core units (72 credit points),
  2. 2 Secondary Stream units (24 credit points), which must comprise at least 2 sequential units from a Secondary Curriculum Specialisation,
  3. 2 elective units (24 credit points), and
  • Both components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as required by the Federal Government.
  • Meet the English language proficiency requirements for teacher registration in Australia.
  • Permission to undertake a second two (2) unit sequential Curriculum Specialisation will at all times be at the discretion of the Course Coordinator.
  • Permission to undertake a professional experience placement will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of the School.

Early Childhood stream

  1. 10 Early Childhood Stream core units (120 credit points).
  • Permission to undertake a professional experience placement will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of the School.

Exit Awards

Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood) after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising 8 Early Childhood Stream Core units.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access and Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.

Course structure

Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.

Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
Session 1, Year 1
EDUC5002 The Learning Environment

Not currently available

 Note 1
EDUC5003 Teaching and Learning Literacy and Numeracy in Context
Term2,4
Location Domestic International
Online
Term2,4
N/A
Enrolment information MUST be completed prior to or with the first professional experience placement.
EDUC5001 Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner
Term3,5
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term3,5
Term3,5
Online
Term3,5
Term3,5
Anti-requisites EDUC1004 - Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner OR EDU00221 Teaching and Learning.
1 unit from: (SECONDARY CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION) Note 2
Session 2, Year 1
EDUC5010 Curriculum, Assessment and Technology

Not currently available
1 unit from: ELECTIVE UNITS Note 4
TCHR5002 Professional Experience I: Enhancing Student Learning

Not currently available

 Note 1
1 unit from: (SECONDARY CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION) Note 2
Session 1, Year 2
EDUC6006 Research in Education: Through the Looking Glass
Term2
Location Domestic International
Online
Term2
N/A
EDUC6001 Literature Review in Education: Known Unknowns
Term1
Location Domestic International
Online
Term1
Term1
Pre-requisites be undertaking 1207286 - Master of Teaching or 3507292 - Bachelor of Education with Honours
TCHR6005 Professional Experience II: Evaluation to Improve Teaching Practice

Not currently available

 Note 1
EDUC6009 Education and Indigenous Australians: Ways of Knowing and Being
Term1,5
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Term5
Term5
Gold Coast
Term1,5
Term1,5
Online
Term1,5
Term1,5
Pre-requisites 96 Credit points in a Bachelor of Education course OR admission to the 1207286 - Master of Teaching OR 1209001 - Master of Teaching
Anti-requisites EDUC6003 - Inclusive Teaching
Enrolment information Undergraduate Education students must complete all first year units (96CP) prior to enrolling in this unit to meet NESA Accreditation requirements.
Session 2, Year 2
EDUC5004 Learning and Support Frameworks

Not currently available
EDUC6002 Research Project
Session1
Note 3
Location Domestic International
Online
Session1
Session1
Pre-requisites EDUC6001 - Literature Review in Education: Known Unknowns AND EDUC6006 - Research in Education: Through the Looking Glass
1 unit from: ELECTIVE UNITS

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
Session 1, Year 1
TCHR5001 Play and Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education
Summer Term
Term4
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term4
Term4
Online
Summer Term
Term4
Summer Term
Term4
TCHR6004 Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education I: Pre-schoolers

Not currently available

 Note 1
TCHR3001 Early Childhood Matters
Term1,4
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term1
Term1
Online
Term1,4
Term1,4
TCHR2003 Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood
Term1,3
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term1,3
Term1,3
Online
Term1,3
Term1,3
Enrolment information Students enrol by the date specified by the Professional Experience Team to ensure a placement can be arranged. Students provide evidence of compliance for all placement requirements prior to attending professional placement. Full details are available at: www.scu.edu.au/education/education-profession/professional-experience/
Session 2, Year 1
TCHR5003 Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education
Term1,5
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term1
Term1
Online
Term1,5
Term1,5
TCHR6001 Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education II: Infants and Toddlers

Not currently available

 Note 1
TCHR3004 Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood
Term4
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term4
Term4
Online
Term4
Term4
Enrolment information Students enrol by the date specified by the Professional Experience Team to ensure a placement can be arranged. Students provide evidence of compliance for all placement requirements prior to attending professional placement. Full details are available at: www.scu.edu.au/education/education-profession/professional-experience/
TCHR2002 Children, Families and Communities
Term3,5
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term3,5
Term3,5
Online
Term3,5
Term3,5
Session 1, Year 2
EDUC6006 Research in Education: Through the Looking Glass
Term2
Location Domestic International
Online
Term2
N/A
EDUC5001 Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner
Term3,5
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term3,5
Term3,5
Online
Term3,5
Term3,5
Anti-requisites EDUC1004 - Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner OR EDU00221 Teaching and Learning.
EDUC6001 Literature Review in Education: Known Unknowns
Term1
Location Domestic International
Online
Term1
Term1
Pre-requisites be undertaking 1207286 - Master of Teaching or 3507292 - Bachelor of Education with Honours
TCHR6007 Creative Arts for Early Childhood Education
Term2
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term2
Term2
Online
Term2
N/A
Session 2, Year 2
EDUC6002 Research Project
Session1
Note 3
Location Domestic International
Online
Session1
Session1
Pre-requisites EDUC6001 - Literature Review in Education: Known Unknowns AND EDUC6006 - Research in Education: Through the Looking Glass
EDUC5004 Learning and Support Frameworks

Not currently available
TCHR6006 Health, Wellbeing and the Environment in Early Childhood Education
Term2
Location Domestic International
Gold Coast
Term2
Term2
Online
Term2
Term2

Note 1:

This unit involves a professional experience placement.

Note 2:

Sequential units in a curriculum specialisation are indicated by their naming; e.g. Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts I and Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts II.

Note 3:

Double-weighted unit.

Note 4:

Enrolment in 2 additional Secondary curriculum specialisation units requires Course Coordinator approval.

Unit Code Unit Title Notes

CORE UNITS
EDUC5001 Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner
EDUC5004 Learning and Support Frameworks

SECONDARY STREAM CORE UNITS

Unit Code Unit Title Notes
EDUC5002 The Learning Environment
EDUC6009 Education and Indigenous Australians: Ways of Knowing and Being
EDUC5003 Teaching and Learning Literacy and Numeracy in Context
EDUC5010 Curriculum, Assessment and Technology
TCHR5002 Professional Experience I: Enhancing Student Learning Note 1
TCHR6005 Professional Experience II: Evaluation to Improve Teaching Practice Note 1

SECONDARY CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNITS

 Note 2

Unit Code Unit Title Notes
EDUC2002 PDHPE: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
EDUC3005 PDHPE: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
EDUC5007 Music: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
EDUC6014 Music: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
EDUC2003 Mathematics: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
EDUC3003 Mathematics: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
EDUC5008 Visual Arts: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
EDUC6015 Visual Arts: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
EDUC2004 Science: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
EDUC3004 Science: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
EDUC2019 HSIE: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
EDUC3019 HSIE: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
TCHR2001 English: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
TCHR3002 English: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
EDUC2006 Technologies and Design: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I Note 2
EDUC3020 Technologies and Design: Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2
EDUC5009 Performing Arts: Curriculum and Pedagogy I
EDUC6016 Performing Arts: Curriculum and Pedagogy II Note 2

EARLY CHILDHOOD STREAM CORE UNITS

Unit Code Unit Title Notes
TCHR5001 Play and Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education
TCHR6004 Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education I: Pre-schoolers Note 1
TCHR6001 Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education II: Infants and Toddlers Note 1
TCHR5003 Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education
TCHR2003 Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood
TCHR2002 Children, Families and Communities
TCHR3001 Early Childhood Matters
TCHR6007 Creative Arts for Early Childhood Education
TCHR6006 Health, Wellbeing and the Environment in Early Childhood Education
TCHR3004 Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood

RESEARCH UNITS
EDUC6001 Literature Review in Education: Known Unknowns
EDUC6006 Research in Education: Through the Looking Glass
EDUC6002 Research Project Note 3

ELECTIVE UNITS

Unit Code Unit Title Notes
EDUC2016 Advanced Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy I
EDUC3014 Advanced Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II
EDUC3001 Co-operative Learning Skills in the Classroom
EDUC3018 English as an Additional Language/Dialect
EDUC2001 Teaching the Gifted
EDUC2005 Learning Technologies
TCHR3005 Casual Teaching
EDUC2018 Positive Behaviour Support