Macquarie University
Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationHigh-quality secondary education teachers support young adults attending school to reach their full potential. They inspire a love of learning and guide and support students through what can be an exciting and challenging period in their lives.
If you hold a recognised bachelor degree, the Master of Teaching (Secondary) – with its focus on evidence-based learning and teaching that has a positive impact on student learning and wellbeing – will enable you to gain the knowledge, skills and qualifications required to teach in secondary schools or to work in associated fields such as curriculum planning, educational research and policy development.
If you have significant industry experience in a science, maths or technology profession and wish to train as a science or maths teacher, you can apply to undertake the Mid-Career Transition to Teaching Program. In addition to generous funding, you’ll be employed in a school while completing your studies.
Delivery mode
Macquarie University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Related fields for prior qualifications
Prior studies must meet the secondary subject content knowledge requirements of the NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA) for the subject(s) the applicant is intending to teach.
AQF levels
*'Bachelor’s qualification' relates to an AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent.
English language requirements
All Macquarie University applicants are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. The standard of English required for entry is based on the IELTS Academic test. Other accepted evidence of English proficiency, including minimum scores on other English tests and qualifications, can be checked using the conversion tool.
The required standard of English for this degree is:
- IELTS band overall score: 7.5
You may satisfy the English language requirements by:
- passing an approved English language test at the required level
- holding a qualification from an approved country with English as the language of instruction
- completing an approved high school qualification or foundation program with study in English
- completing an approved English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Teaching (Secondary) will prepare you for the following roles.
Education Consultant
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Education Manager
An Education Manager oversees the planning, development, and implementation of educational programmes within an institution. You might work in scho...
High School Teacher
A High School Teacher teaches students at a secondary school. You’ll usually focus on particular subject areas and may teach across a range of year...
Secondary School Teacher
A Secondary School Teacher is responsible for educating students in various subjects, typically from Year 7 to Year 12, while fostering a positive...
About Macquarie University
Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.
Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspectives and effect change.
Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community – a place of constant stimulus and human interaction. Together, we advance world-class theoretical thinking and translate it into real-world solutions.
We’re connecting people across the most diverse fields of knowledge to create bold new possibilities: for their careers, intellectual endeavours, enterprises and the common good.
