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Master of Teaching (Secondary)

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Advance your secondary teaching career with Charles Sturt's accredited master of secondary teaching course. Our high school teaching degree empowers you to add advanced teaching practices to your skill set – and embrace new opportunities. Plus, choose the accelerated option and you can complete your degree in just 16 months of full-time study.

You'll study the Master of Teaching (Secondary) online, so you can gain your secondary teaching qualification without compromising on your commitments. You'll also spend 60 days engaged in professional placements, gaining invaluable experience in real classroom settings (we have a dedicated team that will aim to find you a placement in your preferred location). What's more, you can choose a secondary teaching major and minor to complement your previous studies. With Charles Sturt, you're not just advancing your career – you're shaping the future of education.

 

Study is now even more affordable when you save on your fees with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). A CSP means you can apply for a HECS-HELP loan to pay for your studies and defer repayment until you earn above a certain amount. Check the 'fees' section to see how much you can save with a CSP.

If you’re an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) student commencing a full-time teaching degree in 2025, you could be eligible for financial support from the Australian Government. Through the Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program, you could receive up to $40,000 over four years to cover the cost of your study!
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This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

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    Key information

    Study mode and sessions

    Online
    Next session start: July 14, 2025
    Session 1 : March 3, 2025
    Online
    Session 2 : July 14, 2025
    Online
    Session 3 : November 17, 2025
    Online

    Duration

    Minimum time - 2 year(s)
    Maximum time - 4 year(s)

    Entry score

    TBA
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    Indicative fees

    Domestic online
    Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS):
    Full-time - $4,608.00 pa
    Part-time - $2,304.00 pa

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    Course points and codes

    Credit Points: 128
    AQF: Level 9
    Cricos:

    Additional information

    • Work-integrated learning
    • Professionally accredited course
    • Course specific scholarship
    • Commonwealth supported places available

    Thinking about a career shift? Study with us to become a teacher.

    Postgrad study just got a whole lot more affordable. Save up to 82 per cent with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). Limited places available.

    Why study with us?

    Designed for students from diverse backgrounds, our online Master of Teaching (Secondary) builds on previously acquired knowledge and experience. You'll be qualified to teach subjects related to the curriculum method studied (major), based on your previous tertiary study. You may add a second teaching area (minor) if you've completed appropriate undergraduate study.

    Advance your understanding of teaching processes and outcomes

    As well as high-level practical competence, this secondary teaching master's provides an in-depth understanding of theory and research findings, and enhanced skills in interpreting, applying and conducting classroom research.

    Study in the digital age

    You can study your secondary teaching degree online full-time and part-time, to complement your work and lifestyle commitments.

    Learn from nationally recognised leaders

    Charles Sturt University's dedicated teaching staff have made substantial contributions to research, policy and curriculum development over many years.

    Gain practical experience

    With 60 days of work placements, you will have gained significant professional experience by the time you graduate. 

    We're here to help

    Benefit from the friendly, personalised support and academic assistance Charles Sturt University offers, including continual contact with your subject coordinator throughout work placements.

    Professional Accreditation

    This course is professionally accredited by -

    • NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)

    Please refer to the Charles Sturt Professional Accreditation resource for specific information and a link to the accreditation body.

    We’re #1 in NSW for education postgrads who get jobs.

    91% of our grads are employed full-time within 4 months of graduating.

    *Good Universities Guide 2022/23

    Career opportunities

    Teaching is a rewarding career offering diverse opportunities. Secondary teachers work as classroom teachers, executive teachers, principals and assistant principals. Employment opportunities for teaching graduates also exist in public administration and safety, healthcare and social assistance. A master's degree in secondary education can also lead to employment in a variety of settings around the globe.

      What you will study

      For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

      Intensive school

      You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

      NOTE: Initial teacher education students are required to pass both components of the personal Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as part of the accreditation requirements of this course. A student should attempt both these tests in their first year of study (equivalent of full time study load) and must pass both literacy and numeracy (Standard Achieved) before commencement of the final professional experience placement. Further information about the LANTITE including how to register can be found on the LANTITE website of https://teacheredtest.acer.edu.au/

      The course consists of seventeen subjects, including the completion of a minimum of 64 points completed at 500 level as follows:

      - Thirteen Core subjects (Foundation Education subjects and Professional Experience subjects)
      - Four Restricted electives (at least two Curriculum Method subjects and either one or two further restricted electives, respectively).

      The subjects required to be completed depends on the number of approved Teaching Areas as outlined in the letter of offer. This will include at least two curriculum method subjects for each approved Teaching Area.

      Note: Students who have HSIE/HASS and/or Science as a Teaching Area and have two specialisations within the Teaching Area need to complete three curriculum method subjects.

      Core subjects96 Credit Points

      Foundation Education 80 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EED408Successful Teaching8 credit pts
      EED422Adolescent Learning and Development8 credit pts
      EEP425Critical Studies in Education and Practice8 credit pts
      EEP424Pedagogies in Diverse Classrooms8 credit pts
      EEB505Indigenous Australian Studies for Teachers8 credit pts
      EEB446Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Cultural Education Program0 credit pts
      EEA501Managing the Classroom Environment8 credit pts
      EEE505Aligning Learning, Teaching and Assessment8 credit pts
      ELN501Literacy Strategies for Learning8 credit pts
      ESC515Classroom Technologies8 credit pts
      ESS509Principles of Inclusive Education8 credit pts

      Professional Experience 16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      It is an accreditation requirement for the final professional experience placement to be completed in Australia.
      EPT512Professional Experience 1: Secondary Context8 credit pts
      EPT524Final Professional Experience: Consolidating Practice in the Secondary Context 8 credit pts

      Curriculum Method subjects 16 Credit Points

      Curriculum Studies Subjects (Complete both curriculum methods for each approved teaching area) Note: Students with two HASS/HSIE specialisms or two Science specialisms and a third additional teaching area in another discipline area (e.g. English or Mathematics) will need to complete the third subject (EMH410 or EMS408) by enrolling in the Bachelor of Educational Studies.

      Agriculture16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EMT441Curriculum Method: Agriculture8 credit pts
      EMT446Curriculum Method: Technologies8 credit pts

      Drama16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EML443Curriculum Method 1: Drama8 credit pts
      EML444Curriculum Method 2: Drama8 credit pts

      Design and Technology16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EMT447Design and Digital Technologies Curriculum8 credit pts
      EMT445Curriculum Method: Design and Technology8 credit pts

      English 16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EML441Curriculum Method 1: English8 credit pts
      EML442Curriculum Method 2: English8 credit pts

      HASS/HSIE16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Students with one HASS/HSIE specialism complete two curriculum methods subjects: EMH441and EMH442 Students with two HASS/HSIE specialisms must complete three curriculum method subjects: EMH441, EMH442 and EMH410
      EMH441Curriculum Method 1: HASS/HSIE8 credit pts
      EMH442Curriculum Method 2: HASS/HSIE8 credit pts
      EMH410Curriculum Method: Senior HASS8 credit pts

      Information Technology16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EMT443Curriculum Method 1: Information Technology8 credit pts
      EMT444Curriculum Method 2: Information Technology8 credit pts

      Languages16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EML451LOTE Curriculum Studies 18 credit pts
      EML452LOTE Curriculum Studies 28 credit pts

      Mathematics16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EMM441Curriculum Method 1: Mathematics8 credit pts
      EMM442Curriculum Method 2: Mathematics8 credit pts

      PDHPE16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EMR441Curriculum Method 1: Health and Physical Education and Outdoor Education8 credit pts
      EMR442Curriculum Method 2: Senior Health, Physical and Outdoor Education8 credit pts

      Science16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Students with one Science specialism complete two curriculum methods subjects: EMS441 and EMS442 Students with two Science specialisms must complete three curriculum method subjects: EMS441, EMS442 and EMS408
      EMS441Curriculum Method 1: Science8 credit pts
      EMS442Curriculum Method 2: Science8 credit pts
      EMS408Curriculum Method: Senior Science8 credit pts

      Technology and Applied Studies (Engineering Studies, Food Technology, Graphics & Multimedia, Industrial Technology and Textiles Technology16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EMT410Curriculum Method: Technology Studies8 credit pts
      EMT446Curriculum Method: Technologies8 credit pts

      Visual Art16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      EMA441Curriculum Method 1: Visual Arts8 credit pts
      EMA442Curriculum Method 2: Visual Arts8 credit pts

      Restricted electives - Education Studies16 Credit Points

      Legend:
      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Students with one teaching area complete two subjects from the list below or as approved by the Course Director. Students with two approved Teaching Areas do not complete subjects from the list below. Students with two HASS/HSIE or Science specialisms and no additional teaching area complete the third curriculum method subject (EMH442/EMH410 or EMS442/EMS408) and only one subject from the list below. For students interested in employment in Christian-centred and/or faith schools, the following THL subject options are available. Note: THL subjects may be offered annually or biannually. For more information contact the School of Theology.
      EML436The Multimodal Writing Process8 credit pts
      ESS516Mathematics Difficulties: Prevention and Intervention8 credit pts
      ESS518Reading Difficulties: Prevention and Intervention8 credit pts
      ESS528Designing Program Evaluation for Inclusive Education Settings8 credit pts
      ESS540Designing the Inclusive School8 credit pts
      ESS599Inclusive Education Legislation, Policy and Resourcing8 credit pts
      ETL514Literature Across the Curriculum8 credit pts
      ETL533Literature in Digital Environments8 credit pts
      IKC404Critical Studies: Indigenous Australians and the Politics of Control8 credit pts
      WEL407Working alongside children and young people in Indigenous Australian communities8 credit pts
      THL408Introduction to Old Testament Studies8 credit pts
      THL409Introduction to New Testament Studies8 credit pts
      THL460Introduction to Christian Theology8 credit pts
      THL487World Religions and Christian Theology8 credit pts
      THL490Christian Worship8 credit pts
      For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.
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      Graduation requirements

      As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

      The minimum requirements for graduation will be:

      • the satisfactory completion of the subjects (128 points) specified as meeting the requirements of the Master of Teaching (Secondary) within this course.
         
      • must  pass LANTITE
         
      • must obtain a Satisfactory (SY) grade for the following 1 x zero point subject:
        • EEB446 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communication Education Program

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      Entry requirements

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      You may be required to complete a teaching questionnaire as part of your application. You will be advised by our admissions team if this is required.
      You can find the teaching questionnaire here.

      Selection rank:

      TBA

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      Charles Sturt takes a holistic approach to understand each applicant’s potential for academic success. Each student is assessed on a range of factors including academic readiness, previous study, work and life experience, motivation to succeed, and awareness of the demands of tertiary study.

      Applicants for the Master of Teaching (Secondary) must meet the following admission requirements to be assessed:

      1. Completion of a relevant undergraduate degree (and, if applicable, appropriate postgraduate studies [AQF Levels 8-10]) that includes at least a major study in one secondary teaching area of the secondary school curriculum.
      2. A Major Study is study undertaken for an equivalent to a total of three-quarters of a year of full time higher education study (0.75 EFTSL), usually comprising sequential discipline study undertaken over three years. In most programs, this equates to at least six units with no more than two at first year level and no fewer than two at third year level.
      3. Meets the NESA discipline content requirements.
      4. Have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (Pass) or above in their prior undergraduate studies OR relevant life experience.

      Applicants who do not meet the above criteria on initial assessment will be offered a place in the Bachelor of Educational Studies where they can work towards meeting the entry requirements for Master of Teaching. Once the requirements have been met, students can re-apply for the Master of Teaching (Secondary).  

      Students are assessed for and need to enter with a First Teaching Area (major) and may have additional teaching areas/specialisations that can be first teaching areas (major) or second teaching areas (minor). Teaching areas must be approved by the Course Director.

      Technology and Applied Studies (TAS) includes a number of Teaching Areas. Each TAS Teaching Areas can be assessed using the NESA Subject Content Knowledge Requirements. Some TAS Teaching Areas require an additional Teaching Area. The Course Director will assess all TAS Teaching Areas to ensure the combination aligns with course requirements. It is best to also understand the employment sector requirements for TAS teachers for future employment.

      Students interested in Teacher Librarianship (must have completed a ALIA approved course) will need to first complete an Initial Teacher Education Course (Master of Teaching) with at least one First Teaching Area to become an accredited teacher. As an accredited teacher you will then be required to complete a Teacher Librarianship qualification. It is also best to check the employment sector requirements for Teacher Librarians, for future employment. If you are interested in Teacher Librarianship and have one approved teaching area, please contact the Course Team for advice about education electives to be completed in your initial teacher education course.

      Music can be assessed as a Teaching Area.

      Note: The Graduate Entry Master of Teaching Secondary Course Accreditation requirement, requires final professional experience placement to be completed in Australia.

      English Language Proficiency Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements

      This will apply to both domestic and international applicants. Offer may be conditional on ELP but applicants will be required to provide evidence of meeting these requirements before the start of studies. Students must meet one of the following criteria:

      • Completion of at least a three year bachelor degree; studied in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, USA or United Kingdom. This qualification must have been taught and assessed in English.
      • A minimum overall Academic IELTS score of 7.5 (with no score below 7 in reading and writing, and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening) or a qualification deemed equivalent. Testing results must be obtained within two years from the date of your application for admission.
      • International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR) with a score of Level 4 in all four skill areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing, undertaken at approved testing sites where the assessment is teacher focused. Testing results must be within two years from the date of your application for admission.

      Credit and pathways

      If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

      Check your eligibility for credit

      We also have several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first. Find out what admission pathways are available to you.

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