Diploma of Secondary School Teaching
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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2027-03-01 | - |
| 2027-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
Diploma of Secondary School Teaching
The Diploma of Secondary School Teaching is a professional development course designed for both primary school teachers looking to transition into secondary school teaching and secondary school teachers wanting to add a new teaching area or improve their knowledge in a current teaching area.
Overview
This course has been developed in partnership with leading educational authorities, ensuring it is current and relevant. It is ideal for:
- Primary school teachers wanting to transition into a secondary school environment.
- Teachers wanting to improve their discipline content knowledge within an existing teaching area or gain discipline content knowledge in order to add a new teaching area.
Available Teaching Areas/Majors
Enhance your skills and knowledge in:
- Advanced Mathematics
- Agricultural Science
- Biology
- Business
- Chemistry
- English
- General Mathematics
- Geography
- Health and Physical Education
- History
- Home Economics
- Industrial Technology and Design
- Junior English & History
- Junior Mathematics & Science
- Psychology
Study Experience
Discover more about your online Diploma of Secondary School Teaching, including flexible study options to help you fit study with your existing commitments.
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Industry Relevant
- Flexible Online Study
- Part-time Study
- Professional Development
- Residential Schools
Career Opportunities
On completion of the Diploma of Secondary School Teaching, you will be prepared to make the transition from a primary school teacher to a secondary school teacher or have acquired content knowledge to add a new teaching area.
Structure & Availability
The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study.
Available Locations
- Online
Your Course
Depending on your chosen major, you must complete either six or seven units (48 credits):
- One major (6 or 7 units, depending on chosen major)
Unit Details
The units you'll study are listed below.
Core Units
In the Diploma of Secondary School Teaching, you are required to complete a major. The core units you'll need to complete for this course sit within your chosen major.
Advanced Mathematics Major (Six Units)
You must complete the six units listed below.
- Middle Years Learning and Teaching (EDSE12021)
- Senior Years Learning and Teaching (EDSE14002)
- Calculus A (MATH12223)
- Calculus B (MATH12224)
- Linear Algebra and Vectors (MATH13217)
- Advanced Applications of Mathematics (MATH13218)
Course Planner
To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and the term you will study each unit, check out our course planners.
Requirements
To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
- Entry Requirements
- Student and Course Profiles
- Institute Profile
During Your Study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
- Inherent Requirements
- Security Requirements
- Health Requirements
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative First-Year Fee
$11,700 (2026 Indicative) (CSP)
Commonwealth Supported Places
This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements.
HECS-HELP Loan
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP.
Other Study Costs
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF).
Scholarships
We believe a quality education can be for everyone regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Check what you need to do to apply to study this course.
Your Application Options
- I am a new student: Apply through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC).
- I am a current or past CQU student: Apply directly to CQU.
Follow These Steps
- Check you meet the course requirements
- Get a Unique Student Identifier
- Submit your QTAC application
Extra Admission Information
Prior to applying, take a look at important application dates and learn about our admission considerations.