Overview

This Secondary Teaching programme from Griffith University is designed for those who hold a bachelor degree in another field and wish to transition into teaching.

Highlights of studying the Master of Secondary Teaching

Combine theory and hands-on experience to teach subject areas and manage secondary classrooms effectively.

Study adolescent development, curriculum design, assessment, and classroom management.

Develop critical thinking and engage with contemporary issues in education.

Complete 60 days of supervised school placements with mentorship from experienced teachers to refine your teaching skills and strategies.

This degree has an emphasis on the importance of differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of secondary students.

You will need to identify two of the following Teaching Areas to form your study:

Biology

Business

Chemistry

Design technologies

Digital technologies

Drama

English

Food and nutrition

Geography

Health and physical education

History

Instrumental music

Languages other than English (LOTE)

Mathematics

Music

Physics

Psychology

Visual arts

These teaching areas must be taken at a senior level and require a minimum of six subjects in each area in the undergraduate degree.

My career opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Secondary Teaching will be eligible to apply for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers and be prepared for teaching positions in the public or private sector which can lead to senior positions such as a head of department or principal. Students wishing to seek teacher registration in another state or internationally should seek advice from the appropriate professional body.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Griffith Dimensions of Learning and Teaching

Adjustments and Differentiation

Understanding Diverse Learners 10 - 18

Contemporary Influences on Secondary Schooling

Pedagogies for Engaged Learners

Supporting Literacy and Numeracy within and across the Curriculum

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-09 00:00:00 , National

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Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia
Gold Coast, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

4

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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General requirements

CRICOS-0100414

Applicants will need a completed Bachelor degree (or equivalent) that does not lead to teacher registration (with a minimum GPA of 4.0 on a 7-point scale) with disciplinary strengths in two distinctive teaching areas.

Applicants must also complete non-academic entry requirements to be eligible for this program.

You can explore the key learning areas further on the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority website. Applicants must have completed a quarter of their degree (a minimum of six subjects) in their first nominated teaching area. The second teaching area must include a minimum of another six courses for senior secondary or four courses for junior secondary.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

36500 AUD / year

≈ 36500 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4800 AUD / year

≈ 4800 AUD / year

Additional Details

National students: Commonwealth supported places

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Brisbane

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