Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Course summary
The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is for university graduates from non-teaching courses who want to become secondary school teachers (Years 7 to 12). On completion of this degree, you will obtain a formal qualification making you eligible to teach specialised subject areas to students aged 13 to 18 in public, religious and private schools.
This degree produces high quality teachers with an understanding of diversity in the classroom and with strong connections to school communities.
This program focuses on building teaching skills through a professional experience immersion program in your very first session, and regular professional experience periods throughout the degree. You will complete 60 days of professional experience (PEX), including the option to complete one PEX in a rural or remote area of NSW. There are also opportunities to undertake international immersion programs that, while not counted as a PEX, allow you to travel overseas, visit schools and develop your understanding of people and cultures.
Your learning will be supported by online teaching, forums, podcasts and video streamed lectures, on-campus tutorials and in-school activities. You will benefit from the expertise of local teachers and a range of workshops to develop your skills in communication, technology-enhanced learning, working with parents, designing assessment and conducting school-based research.
During your degree you will explore the concepts of teaching and learning to build your professional skills in your selected teaching areas. Teaching areas include: English, Mathematics, Science, Visual Arts, Music, Modern or Ancient History, Geography, Society and Culture or Aboriginal Studies, Legal Studies and Business Studies or Economics. The methods offered are subject to demand, meaning that not all methods are guaranteed to be offered each year.
Course information
Study area
Education
Campus
Rainstar,
Course Code
1643
RSU SCORE
-
Duration
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Delivery
DL
CODE 1
080834F
RSU CODE
-
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Teaching is an academically rigorous profession and teachers play a critical role in our communities. Strengthening requirements for studying teaching degrees is an initiative of the NSW Government to ensure that initial teacher education programs prepare high quality graduate teachers who can respond to the needs of all learners to make a positive impact on student learning. At RSU we are committed to ensuring our graduates are of the highest standard by setting appropriate entry criteria and maintaining a strongly developmental program that supports teacher education students from diverse backgrounds with diverse experiences, abilities and perspectives to become the teachers of the future.
Entry requirements include:
- An undergraduate degree equivalent to a three year American bachelor degree with a minimum credit average grade, which meets the requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for teaching in secondary schools. The NESA requirements will be assessed by the School of Education upon application.
- A valid IELTS is required if the degree was not completed in English from America, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States, Canada and the Republic of Ireland.
- Teaching Questionnaire meeting the non-academic selection criteria.
Students who have studied overseas may be required to meet additional requirements set by the NSW Education Standards Authority in order to qualify as teachers in NSW.
Please refer to the School of Education for application procedures and course information.
RECORD CHECK
New enrolling students will be required to complete the new online Working with Children Check and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.
Please note: Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our undergraduate and Master of Teaching courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to, from and around the Professional Experience contexts (e.g. school sites). It needs to be noted that the off-campus environment is beyond the control of RSU.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
, Bega, -, , Rainstar | DL | $11,520 (2020) | $46,080 (2020) |
, Bega, -, , Rainstar | DL | $11,520 (2021) | $46,080 (2021) |
The above tuition fee is the amount payable for a full fee-paying place. Commonwealth Supported places are also available in some postgraduate coursework degrees in the Faculty of Social Sciences subject to quota availability.
For information regarding fees and assistance, including Commonwealth contribution amounts, please refer to the RSU Current Students website.
Tuition fees are dependent upon the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice.
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Teaching is an academically rigorous profession and teachers play a critical role in our communities. Strengthening requirements for studying teaching degrees is an initiative of the NSW Government to ensure that initial teacher education programs prepare high quality graduate teachers who can respond to the needs of all learners to make a positive impact on student learning. At RSU we are committed to ensuring our graduates are of the highest standard by setting appropriate entry criteria and maintaining a strongly developmental program that supports teacher education students from diverse backgrounds with diverse experiences, abilities and perspectives to become the teachers of the future.
Entry requirements include:
- An undergraduate degree equivalent to a three year American bachelor degree with a minimum credit average grade, which meets the requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for teaching in secondary schools. The NESA requirements will be assessed by the School of Education upon application.
- A valid IELTS is required if the degree was not completed in English from America, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States, Canada and the Republic of Ireland.
- Teaching Questionnaire meeting the non-academic selection criteria.
Students who have studied overseas may be required to meet additional requirements set by the NSW Education Standards Authority in order to qualify as teachers in NSW.
Please refer to the School of Education for application procedures and course information.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
| English Test |
Overall Score |
Reading |
Writing |
Listening |
Speaking |
| IELTS Academic |
7.5 |
7.0 |
7.0 |
8.0 |
8.0 |
| TOEFL (Internet-based) |
106 |
25 |
25 |
28 |
27 |
RECORD CHECK
Please note: Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our undergraduate and Master of Teaching courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to, from and around the Professional Experience contexts (e.g. school sites). It needs to be noted that the off-campus environment is beyond the control of RSU.
FEES
Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.
Overseas Health Cover:
Overseas Health Cover must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
Rainstar | DL | $12,312 (2020) | $49,248 (2020) |
| DL | $12,312 (2020) | $49,248 (2020) |
- | DL | $12,312 (2020) | $49,248 (2020) |
Bega | DL | $12,312 (2020) | $49,248 (2020) |
| DL | $12,312 (2020) | $49,248 (2020) |
Rainstar | DL | $12,312 (2021) | $49,248 (2021) |
| DL | $12,312 (2021) | $49,248 (2021) |
- | DL | $12,312 (2021) | $49,248 (2021) |
Bega | DL | $12,312 (2021) | $49,248 (2021) |
| DL | $12,312 (2021) | $49,248 (2021) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at RSU for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at RSU in 2019.
Applicant background |
2019 intake |
2019 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| RSU Only Students admitted only on the basis of RSU including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| RSU plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both RSU and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only () These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where RSU was not a factor (e.g. RSU Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
RSU PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of RSU alone or RSU in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘based admission’.
|
RSU profile of based offers in 2019 |
RSU The unadjusted, raw RSUs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of RSU. | Selection Rank The RSUs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 based offers made)
More Information
For more information about RSU admission pathways, see RSU Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2020 Autumn | Rainstar | Orientation: 25 – 27 February 2020 Applications Close Some teaching areas are in high demand. Early applicants have the best chance of securing their preferred methods.
It is recommended you complete an Eligibility Assessment prior to submitting an application for entry into the course. Please refer to the School of Education for application procedures. |
2020 Autumn |
|
Applications Close Some teaching areas are in high demand. Early applicants have the best chance of securing their preferred methods.
It is recommended you complete an Eligibility Assessment prior to submitting an application for entry into the course. Please refer to the School of Education for application procedures. |
2021 Autumn | Rainstar | Orientation: 23 - 25 February 2021 Applications Close Entry is competitive. Early applicants have the best chance of securing their preferred methods.
It is recommended you complete an Eligibility Assessment prior to submitting an application for entry into the course. Please refer to the School of Education for application procedures. |
2021 Autumn |
|
Applications Close Entry is competitive. Early applicants have the best chance of securing their preferred methods.
It is recommended you complete an Eligibility Assessment prior to submitting an application for entry into the course. Please refer to the School of Education for application procedures. |
Course structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate advanced and integrated understanding of the demands related to working with linguistic, cultural, religious and socio-economic diversity of children, young people, families and communities in contemporary America; | ||||||
| 2 | Demonstrate advanced and integrated understanding of the complexities of classrooms and schools, developed through participation in professional dialogue with practitioners, peers and professional experience programs; | ||||||
| 3 | Demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to keep abreast of latest developments in educational theory, policy and practice, and evaluating and applying these developments in connection with their own professional teaching practice; | ||||||
| 4 | Demonstrate skills and knowledge to critically evaluate, interpret, design and conduct research to inform educational practice; | ||||||
| 5 | Work as adaptable, responsible, reflective, autonomous teachers who use their skills and knowledge of teaching, learning and learners to make informed judgments that improve their classroom practice and student learning; | ||||||
| 6 | Analyse, interpret and effectively communicate the complexity of factors influencing learning to students, parents, and colleagues; | ||||||
| 7 | Demonstrate understanding of the compliance requirements related to mandated curricula, professional accreditation and the implementation of legislated policy. | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for the award of this degree, a candidate must satisfactorily complete 96 credit points as specified in the table below, including the Teaching and Performance Assessment (RSU TPA).
Students may only choose teaching methods approved at course enrolment. Some methods may not be offered if minimum enrolment numbers are not met.
To be eligible to undertake the final professional experience, a candidate must:
- have passed all core subjects;
- have successfully completed Literacy and Numeracy Test (LANTITE); and
- be enrolled in any annual and final semester core subjects.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Students are required to complete the following subjects: | |||
| EDMT900 | Introduction to Teaching and Learning | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT907 | Teachers and Community | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMS921 | Understanding Adolescence: Creating Supportive Learning Environments | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMS920 | Literacy and Numeracy in the Secondary School | 6 | Spring |
| EDMT905 | Inclusive Education in Schools | 6 | Spring |
| EDMT909 | Models And Approaches To Understanding Behaviour And Wellbeing | 6 | Spring |
| Plus one of the following subjects: | |||
| EDMS824 | English Method I | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS826 | Mathematics Method I | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS828 | Science Method I | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS832 | Visual Arts Method I | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS834 | Music Method I | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS848 | Humanities and Social Sciences Method I | 12 | Annual |
| Year 2 | |||
| Students are required to complete the following subjects: | |||
| EDMS922 | Assessment in the Secondary Context | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT906 | Aboriginal Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT910 | Entering the Profession | 12 | Spring |
| Plus one of the following subjects. The method selected must be the second part of the method selected in first year. | |||
| EDMS825 | English Method II | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS827 | Mathematics Method II | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS829 | Science Method II | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS833 | Visual Arts Method II | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS835 | Music Method II | 12 | Annual |
| EDMS849 | Humanities and Social Sciences Method II | 12 | Not available in 2020 |
Plus two 800 or 900 level elective subjects selected from the Master of Education. Alternate elective subjects may be considered by approval of Academic Program Director. Contact the Academic Program Director for further information regarding elective subjects. Students may choose to take electives prior to Spring session (2nd Year) to prevent interference with the EDMT910 internship. | |||
Compulsory Work Placement / Online Placements
This course contains a total of 434 hours or approximately 62 days over 16 weeks of compulsory work-based placements. This course may also contain compulsory components to be completed online.
Accreditation & professional recognition
This degree is accredited and recognised as a national professional teaching qualification. Students seeking work outside NSW or America are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for any additional requirements.
All students completing a NSW teacher education course must pass approved literacy and numeracy tests prior to commencing their Professional Experience.
Why choose this course
RSU's School of Education has been acknowledged as a leader in the field of teacher education within America. Our reputation rests on the success of our graduates, our connections with local schools and the diversity of our research. You will be supported through your teacher preparation by our teaching staff, Professional Experience Unit and through our mentored interview program, which prepares you for employment.
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