Master of Teaching (Secondary Education)

Program Overview

The Master of Teaching (Secondary Education) program at Victoria University prepares graduates for a rewarding career as secondary school teachers. The program emphasizes practical experience through supervised teaching placements and professional experience opportunities. With smaller class sizes, students receive personalized learning experiences tailored to their needs. Graduates are eligible for registration as secondary teachers with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and are prepared for careers in various educational settings.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Teaching (Secondary Education) program at Victoria University prepares graduates for a rewarding career as secondary school teachers. The program emphasizes practical experience to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the real-world teaching environment. Through extensive partnerships, students undertake supervised teaching placements and engage in various professional experience opportunities. The program's smaller class sizes allow for personalized learning experiences tailored to each student's needs.

Outline:

The program consists of 192 credit points, including:

• 168 Credit points of Core studies, covering topics such as Indigenous Perspectives in Learning and Teaching, Curriculum and Multi-modal Learning, Literacy and Numeracy in Secondary Education, Professional Practice and Student Wellbeing, Inclusive Education, Research Methods in Education, Approaches to Teaching and Learning, and Engaging with the Profession.
• 24 credit points of Capstone Studies, comprising Capstone Research Investigation and Engaging the Profession.

Assessment:

Assessment methods may vary depending on the specific unit but typically include:

• Assignments and projects
• Presentations
• Examinations
• Reflective portfolios
• Practical demonstrations

Teaching:

The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Practical workshops
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Seminars
• Online learning platforms
The faculty consists of experienced educators and researchers who are dedicated to providing students with a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Teaching (Secondary Education) program are eligible for registration as secondary teachers with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). They are prepared for careers in various educational settings, including:

• Secondary schools (in chosen discipline areas)
• Special education
• Educational publishing
• Museum or gallery education
• Corporate learning and development
• Education-supply liaison officer
• Outdoor education specialist
• Student welfare officer