Master of Teaching (Secondary)

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) at the University of Melbourne prepares graduates for careers as qualified secondary school teachers. Delivered over two years and structured around a series of core and elective units, the course emphasises both theoretical foundations and practical classroom experiences. Students engage with contemporary curriculum frameworks, pedagogy, assessment, and adolescent development, while selecting specialist teaching areas relevant to the Australian secondary education system.

The programme is carefully designed to align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) at the master’s level, typically comprising 200 credit points delivered across four semesters. Content is delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops, and school placements, ensuring that learning is both research-informed and practice-oriented. Major components include a focus on diversity and inclusion, classroom management, and critical reflection, in addition to a significant capstone experience that tests professional readiness through applied research or an extended teaching placement.

A distinctive feature of the course is the extensive professional placement component, which allows students to complete supervised teaching in partner schools across Melbourne and regional Victoria. Students learn to design innovative lesson plans, foster inclusive classroom environments, and adopt evidence-based teaching strategies. The curriculum fosters strong links with leading schools, educational researchers, and professional bodies in Australia, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for the demands of a rapidly evolving education sector.

This programme is suited to individuals with a passion for shaping young minds and a commitment to making a difference in Australian classrooms. It attracts both recent graduates and mid-career professionals from diverse academic backgrounds aspiring to obtain formal teacher qualification. Prospective students should confirm unit selection, offering patterns, and English requirements via the university’s official page.

• Secondary School Teacher (various subjects in government and independent schools)
• Curriculum Designer and Education Programme Coordinator
• Education Policy Adviser for government and educational agencies
• Education Consultant in not-for-profit and private education sectors
• Learning Support Specialist and Inclusion Officer

Graduates are employed across Australian secondary schools and in organisations connected to education and youth development. The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is a recognised teaching qualification in Australia, supporting eligibility for provisional registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and enabling access to the post-study Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). International students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled.