Master of Teaching (Secondary)

at La Trobe University

Study options

Core subjects

Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
 

• Child Development And Family Engagement
• Digital Environments And Innovations
• Managing Learning Environments
• Professional Experience Secondary B
• Assessment And Curriculum
• Building Inclusive Communities Of Learners
• Culture & Indigenous Perspectives
• Education Law And Ethics
• Learning Differences And Pedagogy
• Professional Experience Secondary C
• Teacher Research Project

Academic entry requirement

Prerequisites

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

Specialisation - compulsory: In a relevant discipline area/s for primary or secondary teaching as per the National Program Standards and the Victorian Institute of Teaching. For secondary teaching, students must qualify in either one double (Drama, Mathematics, Physical Education and Visual Arts) or two single method-teaching areas from the above listed disciplines.

Selection criteria
 

• All applicants will complete the CASPer test to support selection into teaching programs. CASPer is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicant's personal and professional attributes. 

The cost of studying at La Trobe University varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay AUD$34600 annually, to study in La Trobe University.

You'll be prepared for a range of teaching careers in:
 

• secondary schools
• community
• non-traditional learning environments, including advisory boards, private organisations and local and state government.  q