Master of Applied Teaching (Secondary Education)

VU course code: EMAT | Level of study: Postgraduate

Duration

1.5 years full time

Delivery mode

Online Real Time

Fees

Commonwealth supported place

Location

Online

All start dates

Overview

Prepare for a career as a secondary school teacher through intensive study and real work experience, with the Master of Applied Teaching (Secondary Education) at Victoria University.

This postgraduate teaching degree offers an employment-based, fast-tracked teacher-education program. It prepares you to register as a teacher in your specialisation area, and focuses on hands-on learning in schools.

The Master of Applied Teaching (Secondary Education) at Victoria University (VU) aims to strengthen and diversify the teaching workforce by prioritising candidates that are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and also those that are Indigenous.

With paid employment in a Victorian Government secondary school, and a Department of Education scholarship, you will be supported to become an effective classroom teacher within 18 months.

The Master of Applied Teaching (Secondary Education) program at Victoria University is part of the Department of Education Teach Today Teach Tomorrow program.

For the duration of the course, you will engage in intensive study, one full day per week online in real time (ORT), participating in classes via zoom.

: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Critically examine historical and contemporary issues in post-primary education at a local, national and international level;
Review different pedagogical theories and academic concepts of teaching that support the diversity of learners found in post primary educational settings;
Critically review curriculum materials and resources that support the inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives across the curriculum in schools with a view to promoting reconciliation in today's society;
Analyse the literacy and numeracy learning needs of students across the full range of abilities including students with disabilities and special learning needs;
Plan, implement and evaluate a range of educational practices that support the diversity of students in post primary education;
Analyse the efficacy of classroom teaching practices through reflective discussion that draws upon pedagogical theories;
Employ advanced skills in research to work with educational stakeholders in educational settings;
Apply knowledge and skills within classrooms and the school community to develop inclusive cultures of learning where all school students are supported to achieve.
: Priority for admission will be given to:
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) and Indigenous students
applicants with English, mathematics, and science qualifications.
Applicants from diverse backgrounds and who have experience with people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
: In addition to school employment, you will be eligible for a $16,000 scholarship to support the cost of your studies.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your education, work experience, current skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a different course. We call this a ‘pathway’.

For PhD applicants, we offer a related ‘Integrated PhD’ which allows you to establish relevant skills before beginning your research.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Please note: This course has limited places available. Meeting the entry requirements does not guarantee an offer.

Entry criteria

To be considered for postgraduate study, you will need to have specific academic qualifications, as outlined below. We also consider non-academic research and work experience for our research candidates.

Admission criteria

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in one or more areas that meets AITSL specialised requirements available at: https://www.aitsl.edu.au/docs/default-source/default-document-library/accreditation_guidelines_2021_17-feb-2021_contents_web_final.pdf?sfvrsn=9276dd3c_0 All students need a 3.5 GPA average to enter the course. Applicants will also be asked to complete an assessment of their non-academic attributes. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree from countries other than Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada or the Republic of Ireland will be required to complete IELTS (or equivalent): Overall 7.0 with Listening 7.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5, Speaking 7.5.

Additional information

This course is professionally accredited. Applications for credit can only be made on the basis of formal learning that is considered to be equivalent in a professionally accredited course at another institution.

Special entry programs

If you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily.

Learn more about special admission programs

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the abilities, attributes, skills and behaviours needed to meet the learning outcomes of the course.

You should carefully consider the inherent requirement statement as a:

guide for your learning during the course
way for you to identify challenges you may have in studying this course.

Learn more about inherent requirements

Essential for admission (all applicants)

To be eligible applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

All applicants are required to respond to questions on the A141 form outlining why they are interested in undertaking this course including a written response about their suitability to work with students from a range of diverse backgrounds.

If applicants are eligible, their undergraduate and relevant post-graduate degrees are assessed to ensure they have two specialisation areas which they are able to teach, with priority given to English, maths and science. They are then required to attend an information session prior to admission to gauge their suitability for the intense and competitive program. All applicants must complete a CASPer test or an ANAA interview.

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course structure

To attain the Master of Teaching (Secondary Education) students will be required to complete 192 credit points in total consisting of:

168 Credit points of Core studies;

24 credit points of Capstone Studies;
EED7108: Capstone Research Investigation and EED7004 Engaging the Profession can only be taken towards the end of the course.
Students must successfully complete 60 practicum days in a secondary school.

Students are required to pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) in order to be eligible to graduate from their Victorian Institute of Teaching-accredited program. There is a course imperative that all students sign up for and undertake the first LANTITE window, and will have VU support with this. This is to enable them to progress through the course and be prepared for their PTT phase.

Classes & placements

Classes are delivered online in real time, which means you will need to attend online classes at set times for one full day per week. Placements are in-person at a school.

Phase 1: Placement phase
Duration 6 months

University classes one full day per week while undertaking placement in a Victorian Government secondary-school setting supported by a school-based mentor and the VU team for this course.

Phase 2: Permission to Teach (PTT)
Duration 12 months

You will continue university classes one day per week. You will also begin in a paid paraprofessional role under Permission to Teach registration (PTT) in a government secondary school setting. You will be supported by a school-based mentor and the VU team while you continue PTT work and on-the-job skill development until course completion.

Units

Note that once you have applied and are accepted into the course, the course team will manage your enrolment in the correct units.

Fees & scholarships

University fees vary, depending on how much the government contributes towards course costs (if anything).

Read below to find out about the fee ‘type’, the estimated yearly tuition costs for this course, and the financial support on offer (including our generous scholarship program).

Government scholarship

The Teach Tomorrow program offers a taxable scholarship of up to $16,000 while you study for the first 12 months.

Commonwealth supported place

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is subsidised by the government, reducing it to the amount listed here. Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens will qualify for a CSP place. If your course is not Commonwealth supported, or you don't qualify, you'll pay full fees.

Learn more about Commonwealth Supported Places

Fees

Scholarships

Placement payment

The Commonwealth Practicum Payment (CPP) provides a cost-of-living payment to ease financial pressure during placements.

The Government payment is available to domestic students undertaking mandatory placements who meet income and placement criteria.

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Careers

Graduates of the Master of Applied Teaching (Secondary Education) who have passed the National Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) are eligible for registration as secondary teachers with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).

You'll be ready to work as a secondary teacher in your chosen discipline area, according to your previous study, including:

business
computing
creativity and the arts
English
health
humanities
languages other than English (LOTE)
mathematics
music
outdoor education
physical education
psychology
technology
teaching English as a second language
science.

You'll also be able to pursue careers in a range of education-related industries and organisations, that could include:

special-education teacher
educational-publishing editor or writer
museum or gallery educator
corporate learning and development
tutor
education-supply liaison officer
outdoor education specialist
student welfare officer.

Salaries & job prospects

Find salary information and employment predictions for secondary school teachers on the government job-data site, Jobs and Skills Australia.

Start dates

Online

100% online

Course starts 26 July 2027

Applications close 18 July 2027

Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information on this page, please note that dates are subject to change. Some courses may close early due to an earlier start date or there being limited places available.

Professional accreditation/Industry recognition

Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)

This course is accredited by the VIT. Registration with VIT is a legal requirement to teach in a school, early childhood education and care service, or Victorian children’s service.

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