Duration
2 years full time
Mode (Location)
Mixed Attendance Mode (Parkville)
Intake
January
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
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Entry schemes
Access Melbourne is available
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Course overview
Overview
Earn a salary while you learn to teach
Join a motivated group of teachers, earn a salary, and learn on the job with the Master of Teaching (Secondary) Internship at Melbourne. Become a secondary teacher with specialist knowledge in two curriculum areas, while gaining a highly regarded qualification. Learn from world-leading experts, all of whom have experience teaching in schools, and receive comprehensive support throughout. Graduate ready to support the needs of every student in your classroom.
Key features
- Become a teacher in two years. Graduate ready to register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching to teach across all secondary years, qualified to teach two learning areas.
- Earn an income (with paid study leave). Work in a government or non-government school on a full-time paraprofessional salary, which includes a day of paid study leave per week.
- Receive unparalleled support. Prepare for the classroom with the January on-campus study intensive and receive practical support at every step along the way from Mentor Teachers and Clinical Specialists.
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University rankings
#1 in Australia | #19 in the world| #1 in Australia for graduate employability
QS World University Rankings 2026 / Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026
Subject rankings
Education and Training
#1 in Australia | #15 in the world
QS World Subject Rankings 2026
Why study secondary teaching at Melbourne?
The Faculty of Education at Melbourne is a vibrant learning environment where you will join a community committed to changing lives through education.
The Master of Teaching (Secondary) Internship draws on the latest in education research and practice.
- Apply new knowledge straightaway. Build confidence integrating the latest theory with classroom practice as you go. You will learn to work with learners of all abilities so you can support their individual learning needs as they evolve over time.
- Establish a holistic practice. Support your teaching practice with skills like establishing safe environments and promoting positive behaviours, to nurture wellbeing for yourself and your students.
- Explore Indigenous perspectives. Build a greater understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing and being, so you can develop inclusive learning activities in your classroom.
Student support
Stop 1 offers support across the full range of student services. Attend a workshop, visit in-person (on Swanston Street), or submit an enquiry online.
- Course planning and academic skills advice. Meet with an advisor or attend a workshop to make the most of your studies.
- Mentoring opportunities. Learn more about academic and peer mentoring opportunities.
- Global exchange and overseas study support. Explore overseas study opportunities with a wide range of global partners.
- Fees and scholarship information. Get on top of your finances and learn about scholarships.
- Visa information. Have your visa questions answered.
- Wellbeing and accommodation. Understand options for financial support, accommodation, and counselling.
- Student administration. Help with all aspects of student admin, including organising your student cards and IT.
What students say
“I really appreciated having the opportunity to have classes that are entirely my own. I felt the flexibility and freedom to try different things without fear, with the support from my school, mentor, transition coach and staff at the University.”
— Jodie O’Connor, Master of Teaching (Secondary) Internship
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Upcoming information sessions
Join us online to learn more about the Master of Teaching (Secondary) Internship and how you could earn a salary while studying and managing your own classes. You'll hear from the Course Coordinator and current students, and you'll have the chance to ask questions at the end of the webinar.
Date: 14 July 2026
Time: 5pm–6pm (AEST)
Location: Online, via Zoom webinar
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