Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Your future career starts at Melbourne

Master of Teaching (Secondary) graduates are ready for the challenging work of being a teacher and are greatly sought after by schools in our extensive network. We are known for producing some of the best teachers in the country and often approached directly with job prospects. There are regular opportunities for teachers to move into roles that influence and shape the direction of a school, including leadership positions.

Key career outcomes

1. Become a secondary teacher. Register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and be qualified to teach in two learning areas.
2. Explore a selection of over 20 teaching paths. Choose from a wide range of subjects, from Accounting to Arts, and Legal Studies to Languages.
3. Graduate leadership-ready. You will graduate with the capabilities and confidence to move into leadership roles when the time comes.

Where can secondary teaching take you?

As well as allowing you to register as a teacher, a Master of Teaching (Secondary) can also lead to roles in:

• Government services such as children’s services coordination and education policy
• Health services such as youth wellbeing services
• Education services such as assessment and evaluation services
• Regulatory authorities such as quality regulation and assessment.

Accreditation

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) according to the Australian Institute of Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) Graduate Standards and Initial Teacher Education Program Standards. Graduates may apply for registration to teach in Australian schools.

Industry connections

You will build community and teaching connections, ready for your career in education.

• Rural and interstate placement opportunities.
• Option to transfer to the Master of Teaching (Secondary) Internship in second year, to undertake 3–4 days of paid weekly work in an eligible secondary school while completing your academic studies (domestic students only, subject to learning area availability).
• Our extensive network of schools connects you directly with future employers.

Career support

Plan and achieve your goals with our career support services. Access these services to build your confidence and improve your career readiness while studying.

Support includes:

• Personalised career consultations
• Workshops on resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, and interview skills
• Access to an exclusive job portal connecting students to industry opportunities
• Networking events with alumni and professionals.

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Further study

Explore further graduate coursework

Once you’ve completed your Master of Teaching (Secondary), you could go on to study a range of other graduate coursework programs to further inform your teaching practice or educational leadership, such as:

• Master of Education
• Master of International Education (International Baccalaureate)
• Master of Learning Intervention
• Master of Instructional Leadership
• Master of Education in Evidence-Based Teaching.

Make a difference through graduate research

Build on your masters qualification to pursue a graduate research degree through the Master of Education pathway. Supported by a globally connected research community, you’ll collaborate with supervisors, experts and peers who share your passion for discovery and impact.

Through regular connection with peers, researchers and our global network of industry partners, you’ll develop strong connections with community and industry that open the door to an outstanding future.

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