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Early years
Primary teaching
Secondary teaching
Health and
Teaching
physical education
Melbourne Geelong
Warrnambool Online
2021 Undergraduate
Your future in
teaching
Inspire the
next generation
Get a world-class education Graduate work-ready
Our teaching courses are ranked 27th in the world. This is based We maintain close links with the education sector to ensure our
on the 2019 QS World University rankings, informed by academic courses are developed and reviewed with industry and professional
and employer reputation, as well as research impact. input. You’ll be taught by staff members with industry experience,
recognised as leaders and innovators in their fields – so you can
be confident that what you learn at Deakin will be relevant to your
teaching career.
If you’re motivated to teach, you’ve got the power to make
a huge difference to young people’s lives. Our education
and teaching courses focus on leadership, communication
and organisational skills, providing a solid foundation
Gain hands-on, practical learning
for your future career. Every Deakin teaching student’s course experience is enriched by
the Professional Experience Program. Working with more than 1400
schools across Australia, a dedicated team will help you find the right
placements based on your interests, skills, residential location and
mode of transport.
We’ll arrange at least 60 days of placements for you in schools where
you’ll learn from experienced teachers. Plus, you’ll have access to
specialised teaching spaces on campus to prepare for teaching.
Deakin also participates in the Victorian State Government supported
teaching academies and alliances program. Our alliance partners offer
pre-service teachers with placement opportunities in local schools –
with some placements exclusive to Deakin students.
Contents
1 Your future in teaching
4 Courses
9 Combined courses
12 Graduate-entry teaching degrees
17 Contact us
Deakin’s Professional Experience Program
is a key part of your course, ensuring you
have the practical skills needed from day
one of your teaching career.
Published by Deakin University in March 2020. While the information published in this guide was
accurate at the time of publication, Deakin University reserves the right to alter, amend or delete
details of course offerings and other information published here. For the most up-to-date course
information, please view our website at deakin.edu.au.
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Your future in
teaching
Travel the world
Gain an international perspective on teaching by undertaking
your professional experience overseas through our Global
Education Program, a teaching practicum that develops a
range of teaching and learning approaches. You could pursue
opportunities in Vietnam, Vanuatu and Switzerland.1
You can also broaden your understanding of intercultural
education here in Australia. We have a strong commitment
to Indigenous teacher education and run a Global Education
Program in Australia’s Northern Territory. Deakin’s teaching courses get students
into the classroom sooner, with on-the-job
placements in early childhood centres and
Study when and where you want schools from their first year of study.
Study at our campuses in Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds
(Geelong) or Warrnambool – or join the thousands of students
currently studying online at Deakin’s Cloud Campus. You’ll #1 university in Victoria for
learn with the same teachers as on-campus students, with the
ultimate flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.
student satisfaction
Year on year, our students are the most satisfied
students of all Victorian universities1. We’ve ranked
1 Please note that our destinations may change due to circumstances beyond this highly for the past 10 years, with students
our control (e.g. funding). being particularly happy with our:
• teaching
• learning resources
• student support
• skills development
• learner engagement.
1 Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate
Outcomes Survey 2016–2019 (GOS), Quality Indicators
for Learning and Teaching (QILT).
What is the CASPer test?
‘Deakin pre-service teachers are supported If you’re applying to one of the following Deakin courses, you’ll need to
sit a CASPer test to demonstrate your suitability for a teaching career1:
in all aspects of professional experience and
• Bachelor of Education (Early Years)
have ongoing communication with the staff to • Bachelor of Education (Primary)
ensure that they have the best opportunity to • Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
• Master of Applied Learning and Teaching (Secondary)
develop as teachers. Visits to students during • Master of Teaching (all specialisations).
placements provide strong mentorship and CASPer (Computer-based Assessment for Sampling Personal The good news is that there are no right or wrong answers to
support. We’re extremely fortunate that our Characteristics) is an online, video scenario-based situational judgment the questions; the best advice we can give is to just be yourself.
test, assessing a number of non-academic attributes including The 90-minute test assesses your personal characteristics by
partnership schools provide rich experiences communication, ethics, empathy, motivation and professionalism. understanding how you respond to scenarios you’re presented with.
and embrace our pre‑service teachers into All institutions offering initial teacher education courses, like the ones You don’t need to prepare for the test but take a look at examples online
their teaching and learning communities.’ listed above, need to select their students based on academic and so you can familiarise yourself with the types of questions asked.
non‑academic criteria – so you’ll need to sit a CASPer test to be eligible For more information, dates and sample test content,
for selection, no matter where you choose to study. visit deakin.edu.au/casper.
Ian Trend
Manager, Professional Experience Program
1 Please be advised the cost of the CASPer test is a responsibility borne by individual applicants. Deakin University will not be able to reimburse any test costs.
Find out more at deakin.edu.au/teaching.
2 Teaching deakin.edu.au/teaching 3
Courses
Deakin code S342 Cloud Campus C
Course duration in years 3 Melbourne Burwood Campus B
Trimester T Geelong Waterfront Campus WF
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
WP
WB
‘The most rewarding aspect of my course
NIKERI Institute NIK
has been the learning opportunities gained
throughout the professional experience
Bachelor of Education (Early Careers Professional recognition program. I’ve had the privilege of working
There’s an increasing demand for qualified This course is approved by the Australian
Years) E330 C 1 B 2 NIK 3 4 4 T1, T35 early childhood teachers, with a 22% projected Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority alongside children and mentors in settings
With a focus on the education and care of employment growth expected in the sector, (ACEQA) as an early childhood teaching from birth to Grade 6, who have inspired
children aged between birth to eight years, to 2023.6 qualification in Australia.
this dual accredited early years degree allows growth in my teaching practice, and enriched
Graduates are qualified to work in early It is also accredited by the Victorian Institute
you to teach young children in early childhood
childhood settings as early childhood teachers, of Teaching (VIT) for the purposes of teacher my confidence in teaching.’
and primary school settings. You will explore
educational leaders, coordinators or advisers. registration in Victoria. Students are eligible to
contemporary issues in children’s learning
They are also qualified to work as a primary apply for registration with VIT upon successful Caitlin Potter
and development, curriculum theories and
teacher working across all year levels from completion of this degree.
pedagogies, discipline knowledge and the Bachelor of Education (Early Years) graduate
foundation through to grade 6.
changing work context within early childhood Professional experience
and primary education. With professional Early years graduates may also find This course includes 115 days of supervised
experience opportunities and the option to careers within: professional experience placements. A current
choose from a range of curriculum areas, you’ll • community services Working with Children Check is required before
graduate with a qualification that’s in high • early childhood facilities beginning early childhood/school experience
demand, meeting the significant growth of the • education organisations placements. Course structure 7,8,9
Australian early childhood education sector. • government agencies Early childhood scholarships to Year Trimester 1 Trimester 2
Early years teaching specialisations include: • not-for-profit organisations. become a teacher
Aboriginal knowledge and experiences, arts Students applying for the Bachelor of Year 1 Child Development 1 Curriculum 2: Planning and Assessment 1 Cloud Campus students are required to attend
education and promoting equity, social justice Education (Early Years) may be eligible for Curriculum 1: Pedagogies and Play for Teaching and Learning compulsory intensives.
2 International students can only enrol at the
and inclusivity. Primary teaching specialisations the Early Childhood Scholarship to become Creative Arts 1: Young Children and Professional Knowledge 0–2 years Melbourne Burwood Campus.
include: language and literacy and science. a teacher to receive up to $25,000 from the the Arts Partnerships with Families and Communities 3 This course is also available at the National
Indigenous Knowledges, Education, Research
Victorian Government. More information can Contemporary Perspectives of Education Promoting Health, Wellbeing and Nutrition and Innovation Institute. Find out more at
be found at education.vic.gov.au. deakin.edu.au/nikeri.
4 Students with a Diploma of Early Childhood
Year 2 Curriculum 3: Planning and Assessment Language and Literacies Development in Education and Care are able to complete the course
for Teaching and Learning Early Childhood in three years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Professional Practice 1 (3–5 Years) Professional Practice 2 (3–5 Years) Opportunities to fast track studies may also exist by
enrolling to study in Trimester 3.
Mathematical Learning in the Early Years Early Years’ Specialisation Unit10 5 Trimester 3 intake is offered to Diploma of Early
Science 1: Science and Environmental Creative Arts 2: Music and Visual Arts Childhood Education holders only.
Awareness for Young Children 6 Australian Government Department of
Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business
Job Outlook
7 This course structure should be used as a guide only
Year 3 The teacher as researcher Perspectives of Management and
and advice should be sought when selecting units.
Professional Teaching Practice and Child Leadership
8 Students are also required to complete two
NIKERI Institute Study (0–3 yrs) Supporting Children Making Transitions 0-credit-point units, ELN010 and ELN011, as part of
the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher
Protective Education and Child Inclusive Education for Young Children
Education (LANTITE), in order to graduate from
The National Indigenous Knowledges, Education, Well‑Being Lifespan Development their course.
Research and Innovation Institute provides flexibly- Guiding Engaged, Resilient Learners 9 Academic Integrity (AAI018) is a compulsory
structured Deakin courses to Indigenous Australian 0-credit-point unit that you must undertake as part
of this course.
students. Our fully‑accredited Bachelor of Education
Year 4 Science 2: Science and Design Effective Primary Mathematics Learning 10 Select one unit from 1 of the 3 specialisations.
(Early Years) (above) and Bachelor of Education (Primary) Technology Professional Engagement 2
11 Select 1 of 2 primary specialisations options
(page 6) courses are offered through Community (equates to 2 credit points).
Professional Engagement 1 (Primary School 2)
Based Delivery – a mix of on-campus intensives and (Primary School 1) Primary Specialisation Unit 211
cloud‑based learning at home. This means students can Primary Specialisation Unit 111 Humanities Education Across the
access higher education while maintaining their work, Multiliterate Learners in Early Years Primary Levels
community and family commitments. and School Environments
Indigenous Studies
deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-education-early-years
All Deakin students can enrol in Indigenous Studies units
through the NIKERI Institute. These units give you a
comprehensive and engaging exploration of the history,
culture and identity of Australia’s First Nation’s People.
Taken as an elective in any course, these units promote Courses to careers
diversity and cultural understanding and help to build
Visit explore.deakin.edu.au to kickstart your
a well-rounded degree. They’re also valued for their
course and career exploration. With more
transferable knowledge and the way they build vital
than 600 paired courses and careers, it’s the
communications skills.
perfect destination for you to discover your
deakin.edu.au/nikeri future career.
4 Teaching deakin.edu.au/teaching 5
Courses
Deakin code S342 Cloud Campus C
Course duration in years 3 Melbourne Burwood Campus B
Trimester T Geelong Waterfront Campus WF
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus WP
Warrnambool Campus WB
NIKERI Institute NIK
Bachelor of Education (Primary) Pathways
E359 B WP WB NIK 1 4 T1
Explore all areas of primary curriculum and Are you interested in teaching but unsure whether you’ll meet the entry requirements for a bachelor degree? If so, look
build a solid understanding of what it takes no further than Deakin’s Associate Degree of Education. We’ve designed this course to offer students a supported learning
to make a difference as a primary school environment and a pathway into Deakin’s Bachelor of Education (Primary).
educator. Across key specialisations, you’ll
learn how to guide children through their
primary years learning – and graduate qualified Associate Degree of Education5
to teach from grades prep to Year 6. E200 B WP WB 2 T1
You can also undertake elective units to qualify Begin your journey to becoming a teacher by Course structure 2,3
for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary studying an Associate Degree of Education at
Years Program, creating a point of difference
Year Trimester 1 Trimester 2
Deakin. You’ll complete core units from the
with other graduates. Bachelor of Education (Primary), and develop
the foundation skills required to succeed
Year 1 Communication Skills for Study Engaging and Exploring Arts Education
Primary subject specialisation Professional experience and Work Teamwork: Working Constructively
This course includes 80 days of supervised at university. Digital Literacy: Finding, Evaluating and with Others
Develop advanced skills and gain an edge
professional experience placements. You’ll Interpreting Information Visions of Australia: Time and Space from
for employment in a key area of the primary Careers
school curriculum. The following primary also have the opportunity to undertake a work Graduates of the Associate Degree of Literature for Children and Young Adults 1700 to 2010
specialisations will be offered, subject to placement in international or remote Northern Education have guaranteed entry into our Ecology and the Environment Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics
demand and availability: Territory settings through our Global Education Bachelor of Education (Primary), provided
Program. A current Working with Children they pass the CASPer test. Year 2 Perspectives On Learning and Social Contexts of Education
• health and physical education Teachers’ Work (5-day professional placement)
Check is required before beginning school
• humanities An associate degree equips you with the skills
experience placements. Primary Physical Education Level 2 elective
• language and literacy to succeed at both university and in your
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Student Health and Wellbeing
• languages future career. Graduates find employment Using Analysis to Develop Solutions Humanities Education in the 3–6
• mathematics and numeracy opportunities in a range of fields, including:
Primary Science Education 1 Primary Levels
• science Course structure 2,3,4
• education
• special educational needs
Year Trimester 1 Trimester 2 • government departments deakin.edu.au/course/associate-degree-education
• visual art.
• health sector
Careers Year 1 Perspectives On Learning and Social Contexts of Education • media
Studying a Bachelor of Education (Primary) Teachers’ Work Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics • private academies/agencies
will equip you with the skills and knowledge Ecology and the Environment Visions of Australia: Time and Space From • public service.
for a successful career in education. Upon Literature for Children and Young Adults 1700 to 2010
graduation you’ll be ready to teach in primary Primary Physical Education Engaging and Exploring Arts Education
schools within the private, independent, 1 This course is also available at the National Indigenous Knowledges, Education, Research and Innovation Institute. Find out more at deakin.edu.au/nikeri.
IB Schools or public education sectors. Year 2 Classroom Relationships Children and Mathematics: Developing 2 This course structure should be used as a guide only and advice should be sought when selecting units.
Mathematical Concepts 3 Academic Integrity (AAI018) is a compulsory 0-credit-point unit that you must undertake as part of this course.
Graduates may also find work in other fields Multiliterate Learners in Early Years 4 Students are also required to complete two 0-credit-point units, ELN010 and ELN011, as part of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education
including community services, government Environments Humanities Education in the 3–6 (LANTITE), in order to graduate from their course.
Primary Science Education 1 Primary Levels 5 This course is not available to international students.
agencies, not-for-profit organisations and
Primary Specialisation Unit 1 Student Health and Wellbeing
IB accredited primary schools.
Primary Specialisation Unit 2
Professional recognition
Deakin’s Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Year 3 Educating Students with Additional Needs Curriculum and Pedagogy
is accredited with the Victorian Institute Teachers and Mathematics: Creating An Multiliterate Learners in Middle Years
of Teaching (VIT) as a nationally accredited Effective Classroom Environments
course. Students are eligible to apply Primary Arts Education: Focused Study Primary Specialisation Unit 3
for registration with VIT upon successful
Elective Unit 1 Elective Unit 2 ‘I was able to put the skills I had learnt here in
completion of this degree.
Geelong into use at a small inner city school
The course is the only undergraduate teacher Year 4 Assessment: Ways of Knowing Learners University-To-Work Transition
education program in Victoria accredited with Primary Technology Education: Creativity Professional Practice and Mathematics:
overseas. I found myself broadening my
the International Baccalaureate Organisation to and Design Designing and Inclusive Program teaching from merely a classroom setting to
offer a recognised pathway for teaching in the Learners Inquiring In and About Primary Science Education 2
IB Primary Years Program. Their World: Human Disciplines
an overarching role of carer and role model.’
Literacy Teacher – Researchers in
Building Leadership Capacity New Times
(Specialisation Unit 4) Mitchell Norton
Bachelor of Education (Primary) graduate
deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-education-primary
6 Teaching deakin.edu.au/teaching 7
Courses
Deakin code S342 Cloud Campus C
Course duration in years 3 Melbourne Burwood Campus B
Trimester T Geelong Waterfront Campus WF
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus WP
Warrnambool Campus WB
NIKERI Institute NIK
Bachelor of Health and Physical Professional experience
This course includes 80 days of supervised professional experience placements and students must
Combined courses Course structure 2,3,4,5,6
Education E377 B WP 4 T1 successfully complete the Deakin Teaching Performance. A current Working with Children Check is
Year Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 37
Develop the skills, knowledge and required before beginning school experience.
Bachelor of Science/Master of
understanding to become a teacher who makes Teaching (Secondary) 1 D304 B 4 T1 Year 1 Ecology and the Physics for the Life Sciences
Environment Chemistry for the Professional
a difference to every student. You’ll learn how Course structure 1,2,3,4
Fast track your studies and gain a postgraduate Cells and Genes Sciences
to create safe, inclusive and engaging learning Year Trimester 1 Trimester 2 teaching qualification in just four years with Introduction to Statistics Minor sequence
environments to provide learning experiences the Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching and Data Analysis Major sequence
that support lifelong health and physical activity. Year 1 Teacher–Learner Identity Learning Teaching Communities
(Secondary). This course prepares you with the Chemistry in Our World or
Health and Physical Education Studies The Art and Science of Movement
You can choose a third teaching specialisation attributes and discipline-specific knowledge Science course grouped
Foundations of Sport and Exercise Functional Human Anatomy elective
to gain a competitive advantage for to become a lower to senior secondary school
Pedagogy and Practice Discipline study in a 3rd teaching
employment, including: teacher in Australia.
Discipline study in a 3rd teaching method area
• biology B WP method area Start with Deakin’s Bachelor of Science, and Year 2 Communicating Science and Society
Science Ideas Education elective
• chemistry B WP alongside core units, choose two science
Year 2 Professional Experience in Health and Understanding Learning, Learners and Major sequence x 2 Minor sequence
• dance B majors which lead to your postgraduate
Physical Education Classroom Relationships Minor sequence
• drama B specialisations. Create unique course Major sequence
Exercise Physiology Biomechanics
• English B WP Youth Health and Student Wellbeing Motor Learning and Development combinations that when paired with teaching,
• history B WP Discipline study in a 3rd teaching Discipline study in a 3rd teaching customise your degree and boost your Year 3 Community Science Education elective x 2 Language, Literacy
• home economics B employability. Project Minor sequence and Learning
method area method area
• mathematics B WP Education elective Major sequence Numeracy, Social Justice
Teaching method areas and New Pedagogies
Year 3 Exercise Behaviour Teaching Sexuality and Relationships
Alongside core education studies you
Minor sequence
Professional recognition Applied Sports Science 1 Education Health, Wellbeing and
Major sequence
Our education courses are accredited by the Nutrition, Growth and Development Health and Physical Education: will complete studies in two teaching Inclusive Education
Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), meaning for Health Educators Curriculum Study B specialist areas. Orientation to the
you’ll graduate as a qualified educator. Students Curriculum Study for 3rd Teaching Senior Physical Education: Curriculum Study Teaching Profession
Choose from:
are eligible to apply for registration with VIT Method 1 Curriculum Study for 3rd Teaching Method 2
upon successful completion of this degree. • biology
Year 4 Curriculum Inquiry Curriculum Inquiry Senior Years
Year 4 Curriculum Assessment and Policy Professional Identity and Curriculum Work • chemistry Method A Method A
Careers in Contemporary Schooling Professional Issues in Health and • environmental science Curriculum Inquiry Curriculum Inquiry Senior Years
Graduate ready to take your career into Approaches to Teaching Health and Physical Education • general science Method B Method B
teaching within the private, independent or Physical Education Inclusivity and Diversity in HPE • geography Promoting Student Health Reflecting on Teaching in
public education sectors or advisory roles. Health: a Family and Community Focus Movement Contexts
• mathematics. Building Capacity in Professional Experience
As well as working as an educator, you may find Exercise Prescription for Fitness Senior Health and Human Development:
Professional Experience (2 credit points)
and Health Curriculum Study Professional recognition
yourself working in fields including community
programs, government agencies, human This course is accredited by the Victorian
deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-health-and-physical-education Institute of Teaching (VIT) as an initial teacher deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-science-master-teaching-secondary
resource management, private academies/
agencies, professional coaching, and sport 1 This course structure should be used as a guide only and advice should be sought when selecting units. education program against the Australian
1 The fast-tracked postgraduate level of study means that graduates are ready to teach after just four years of study.
management. 2 Exercise and Sport Laboratory Safety (HSE010) and Academic Integrity (AAI018) are compulsory 0-credit-point unit Institute of Teaching and School Leadership This is achieved through a compulsory Trimester 3 study in year 3 of the program.
that you must undertake as part of this course. (AITSL) program standards and the Australian 2 This course structure should be used as a guide only and advice should be sought when selecting units. Students must
3 Students are also required to complete two 0-credit-point units, ELN010 and ELN011, as part of the Literacy and visit the current handbook to access a comprehensive list of course rules.
Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE), in order to graduate from their course. professional standards for graduate teachers. 3 Academic Integrity (AAI018), Career Tools for Employability (STP010) and Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction
4 Students must also complete an Emergency First Aid Certificate (Level 2) and AUSTSWIM qualifications prior to graduation. Students are eligible to apply for registration Program (SLE010) are compulsory 0-credit-point units that you must undertake as part of this course.
with VIT upon successful completion of 4 Students are also required to complete two 0-credit-point units, ELN010 and ELN011, as part of the Literacy and
Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE), in order to graduate from their course.
this degree. 5 Students must undertake a 3rd Method Alternative Discipline Unit as part of this course.
6 Students must successfully complete the CASPer test, a non-academic assessment, before being able to progress to
Careers the Master of Teaching component of the degree. Find out more at deakin.edu.au/teaching.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science/Master 7 Trimester 3 in Year 3 is compulsory for this course.
of Teaching (Secondary) are qualified to teach
‘I feel extremely confident in my ability to be in secondary schools within Victoria, in the
private, independent or public education
work-ready. The vast range of professional sectors.
experience and practical lessons has allowed Your specialisations and advanced knowledge
me to transfer all my theoretical learning into will also open doors to roles in community
services, government agencies and not-for-
a real-world teaching context, making me
profit organisations.
prepared and eager to enter the work force.’
Professional experience
This course includes 60 days of supervised
Meg Collins professional experience placements. A current
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education graduate Working with Children Check is required before
starting school experience.
8 Teaching deakin.edu.au/teaching 9
Courses
Deakin code S342 Cloud Campus C
Course duration in years 3 Melbourne Burwood Campus B
Trimester T Geelong Waterfront Campus WF
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus WP
Warrnambool Campus WB
NIKERI Institute NIK
Bachelor of Arts/Master of Professional experience Teaching method areas
This course includes 60 days of supervised Choose two teaching method areas (disciplines)
Teaching (Secondary) 1 professional experience placements. A current across one or two of the learning areas of:
D303 C 2,3 B 4 T1
Working with Children Check is required before
• anthropology
Combine your passion for the arts with a beginning school experience.
• Arabic
desire to inspire the generations of tomorrow, Careers • children’s literature
with a Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching Teaching courses at Deakin lead to a career • Chinese
(Secondary). This course prepares you with the that can make a profound and lasting • drama
attributes and discipline-specific knowledge to contribution to the future by positively • history
practise as a lower to senior secondary school educating and influencing the lives of students. • Indonesian
teacher in Australia. It’s a rewarding career that offers creativity, • literary studies
You will start with Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts, flexibility and opportunity. • media studies
designing your studies around your interests • philosophy
Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts/Master
to create unique combinations of majors and • photography
of Teaching (Secondary) are qualified to
minors. While studying your undergraduate • politics and policy studies
teach in secondary schools within Victoria,
degree, you’ll also be building your foundation • sociology
in the private, independent or public
knowledge that will take you into your • Spanish Experience hands-on learning and
education sectors. gain confidence in your teaching with
postgraduate teaching studies. • visual arts.
our interactive classroom spaces that
Your specialisations and advanced knowledge simulate your future workplace.
Professional recognition will also open doors to roles in community
This course is accredited by the Victorian services, government agencies and
Institute of Teaching (VIT) as an initial teacher not-for-profit organisations.
education program against the Australian
Institute of Teaching and School Leadership
(AITSL) program standards and the Australian
professional standards for graduate teachers.
Students are eligible to apply for registration Course structure 4,5,6,7
with VIT upon successful completion of
this degree. Year Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 38
Year 1 1st Arts major sequence 1st Arts major sequence
2nd Arts major sequence 2nd Arts major sequence
Arts elective x 2 Arts elective x 2
Year 2 1st Arts major sequence x 2 1st Arts major sequence
2nd Arts major sequence x 2 2nd Arts major sequence x 2
Education elective
Year 3 1st Arts major sequence 1st Arts major sequence x 2 Language, Literacy and Learning
2nd Arts major sequence 2nd Arts major sequence Numeracy, Social Justice and New Pedagogies
Education elective x 2 Education elective Health, Wellbeing and Inclusive Education
Orientation to the Teaching Profession
Year 4 Curriculum Inquiry Method A Curriculum Inquiry Senior Years Method A
‘All of the teaching staff were great, Curriculum Inquiry Method B Curriculum Inquiry Senior Years Method B
Promoting Student Health Reflecting on Teaching in Professional
approachable, knowledgeable and happy to Experience (2 credit points)
Building Capacity in Professional Experience
help us achieve our best. I was well prepared
come graduation as I was given lots of deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-arts-master-teaching-secondary
opportunities to put theory into practice
1 The fast-tracked postgraduate level of study means that graduates are ready to teach after just four years of study.
on placement.’ 2 Cloud Campus is not available to international students.
3 Not all majors and secondary teaching specialist areas are available at the Cloud Campus.
4 This course structure should be used as a guide only and advice should be sought when selecting units. Students must visit the current handbook to access a
Tim Darby comprehensive list of course rules.
5 Academic Integrity (AAI018), Career Tools for Employability (STP010) and Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (SLE010) are compulsory 0-credit-point
Secondary teaching graduate units that you must undertake as part of this course.
6 Students are also required to complete two 0-credit-point units, ELN010 and ELN011, as part of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE),
in order to graduate from their course.
7 Students must successfully complete the CASPer test, a non-academic assessment, before being able to progress to the Master of Teaching component of the degree.
Find out more at deakin.edu.au/teaching.
8 Trimester 3 in Year 3 is compulsory for this course.
10 Teaching deakin.edu.au/teaching 11
Graduate-entry
Deakin code
Course duration in years
S342
3
Cloud Campus
Melbourne Burwood Campus
C
B
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) E761 C 5 B 2 T1
Trimester T Geelong Waterfront Campus
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
WF
WP
Master of Teaching (Primary and Early Childhood)2 E764 C 5 B 2 T1
Warrnambool Campus WB
Master of Teaching (Primary)2 E762 C 5 B 2 T1
teaching degrees
NIKERI Institute NIK
Master of Teaching (Primary and Secondary)2 E765 C 5 B 2 T1
Master of Teaching (Secondary)2 E763 C 5 B 2 T1
The Master of Teaching is a teaching qualification in early childhood, primary or secondary
teaching, and gives you the option of a dual qualification in early childhood and primary or in
primary and secondary.
Are you thinking of changing your career to teaching? These courses offer extensive hands-on experience, preparing you for an in-demand career
Teaching is an extremely rewarding career that will see you in education. Students undertaking the single strand courses in early childhood, primary
or secondary, have the option of taking an additional four units in a specialisation pathway
inspire young people and work with them creatively. or internship.
Professional recognition
Our courses are nationally accredited and career focused and have been developed in
consultation with principals, teachers and the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Our early
Master of Applied Learning The course uses a problem-based approach Professional recognition years courses are also accredited by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality
that is closely aligned with authentic school This initial teacher program is approved by the Authority (ACECQA). This ensures that our courses address the needs of the education sector
and Teaching (Secondary)1,2 improvement initiatives, and links theory Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) against the and that our graduates are fully skilled when they enter the workforce.
E737 C 3 1.5 4 T1
and practice through strong work integrated National Graduate Teacher standards for the
learning partnerships. The course focuses on purposes of teacher registration in Victoria. Professional experience
Deakin’s Master of Applied Learning and
the middle years and upper years of secondary Students are eligible to apply for registration Practical teaching experiences throughout your course ensure you have the practical
Teaching (Secondary) qualifies you to work
schooling and has a strong emphasis on with VIT upon successful completion of experience you need to launch into your teaching career. Professional experience placements
in secondary schools and other youth
experiential and applied learning pedagogies this degree. are undertaken in approved schools and early childhood settings (where appropriate)
settings. It equips you with the knowledge,
which enhance student engagement. within Australia.
skills and experience to teach in an applied Professional experience
learning pedagogy in secondary schools You are encouraged to engage critically Students undertake 75 days of professional Careers
and other youth education settings in two with your teaching practice and be open experience in an educational setting. There is a strong demand for qualified teachers and graduate starting salaries are high
subject specialisation areas based on your to contemporary ideas and research that compared to the graduate average. The increased demand for teachers has also resulted
undergraduate degree, and in vocational challenge traditional transmissive approaches Careers in improvements in teaching conditions, resources and career advancement opportunities.
education including the Victorian Certificate to teaching and respond to a need for greater This course prepares graduate teachers with As a graduate of this course, you may find employment as a teacher within the private,
of Applied Learning (VCAL) or an interstate cultural diversity and inclusivity in patterns of the advanced professional knowledge, skills independent or public education sectors. Opportunities also exist in government agencies,
equivalent. Australian educational participation. and attributes required of educators working community services or not-for-profit organisations.
in secondary schools and other youth learning
contexts where applied and vocational learning Course structure
are being implemented. This program also 16 credit points – visit deakin.edu.au/teaching for individual course breakdowns.
offers a pathway to PhD through research
training and a dissertation.
Course structure
16 credit points – 12 credit points of 11 core
units, 4 credit points of one of the following
two configurations: Research Project or
Research Paper. Students must also complete
Academic Integrity (AAI018) which is a
0-credit-point compulsory unit.
Alternate exits
Graduate Certificate of Applied Learning and
Teaching (E537).
1 This course is not available to international students.
2 Students are required to complete two 0-credit-point units as part of the Literacy and Numeracy
Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) in order to graduate from their course.
3 Students are required to attend compulsory intensives at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
4 The E737 course is two years full time (with the option to complete it in 18 months if taken over
four consecutive trimesters), or part-time equivalent.
5 Cloud Campus is not available to international students.
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Campus Course Trimester Campus Course Trimester
Course and entry requirements Fee1 Course and entry requirements Fee1
and ATAR duration intakes and ATAR duration intakes
Associate Degree of Education2,3 | E200 Master of Teaching (Primary) 3,6,7 | E762
Y12 4 and NY12 5 All applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS9 Applicants are required to have successfully completed a bachelor’s
degree in a different discipline. In addition, applicants are required to have at least one year of
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• a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education; or B WP WB 2 T1 $7346 C 18 B 2 T1
• a Certificate III; full time or equivalent study relevant to one or more learning areas of the primary school curriculum, $22,40015
• or other evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent, including completion of or including minor in one Australian Curriculum Learning Area F-10. For more information see F-10
enrolment in a Vocational Education and Training course and/or relevant work or life experience. Learning Areas: australiancurriculum.edu.au.
Bachelor of Education (Early Years) 3,6,7,8 | E330 Master of Teaching (Primary and Secondary) 3,6,7 | E765
Y12 4,9 VCE units 1 and 2 of general mathematics or maths: mathematical methods or maths: C 8 NP ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS9 Applicants are required to have successfully completed a bachelor NA17
degree in a different discipline. Secondary teaching applicants must meet the requirement for prior C 18 B 2 T1
specialist mathematics, or units 3 and 4 of mathematics (any) and a study score of at least 25 in B 10 71.00 4 T1, T312 $6684 $22,40015
English other than EAL or 35 in English (EAL). studies from disciplines that enable them to qualify for either 2 single teaching methods or 1 double
NIK 11 method19, in secondary teaching areas offered at Deakin (see list above in Teaching method areas).
NY12 5,9 As for Year 12 or equivalent, for further information refer to deakin.edu.au/course/E330
Master of Teaching (Secondary) 3,6,7 | E763
Bachelor of Education (Primary) 3,6,7 | E359 B 70.15 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS9 Applicants are required to have successfully completed a bachelor NA17
Y12 4,9 VCE units 1 and 2 of general mathematics or maths: mathematical methods or maths: degree in a different discipline, and meet the requirement for prior studies from disciplines that C 18 B 2 T1
specialist mathematics, or units 3 and 4 of mathematics (any) and a study score of at least 25 in
WP 70.00 4 T1 $7302 $22,40015
WB 70.80
enable them to qualify for either 2 single teaching methods or 1 double method19, in secondary
English other than EAL or 35 in English (EAL). teaching areas offered at Deakin (see list above in Teaching method areas).
NY12 5,9 As for Year 12 or equivalent, for further information refer to deakin.edu.au/course/E359 NIK 11
1 The 2020 indicative Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) fee is based on a typical 9 International student entry requirements can be found at deakin.edu.au/
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education 3,6,7 | E377 enrolment for an Australian domestic student enrolled in two trimesters of full-time international-students.
study, or 8 credit points, unless otherwise indicated. This fee should be used as a 10 International students can only enrol at the Melbourne Burwood Campus.
Y12 4,9 VCE units 1 and 2 of general mathematics or maths: mathematical methods or maths:
specialist mathematics, or units 3 and 4 of mathematics (any); and a study score of at least 25 in
B 70.65 and RC 4 T1 $7551 guide only and is subject to change. 11 This course is also available at the National Indigenous Knowledges, Education,
WP 75.00 and RC 2 This course is not available to international students. Research and Innovation Institute. Find out more at deakin.edu.au/nikeri.
English other than EAL or 35 in English (EAL).
3 Students are required to apply for a Working with Children Check before commencing 12 Trimester 3 intake is offered to Diploma of Early Childhood Education holders only.
NY12 5,9 As for Year 12 or equivalent, for further information refer to deakin.edu.au/course/E377 school experience. 13 Trimester 3 at level 3 is a compulsory study period.
4 Recent secondary education applicants include current Year 12 students in 2020, 14 Not all majors and secondary teaching specialist areas are available at the Cloud Campus.
as well as Year 12 graduates from 2019 and 2018. 15 Full-fee paying place.
Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary) 3,6,7 | D304 5 There are four categories under which non-Year 12 applicants may apply to Deakin: 16 The E737 course is two years full time (with the option to complete in 18 months if
Y12 4 VCE units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 20 in English other than EAL or 25 in English (EAL). – applicants with higher education study taken over four consecutive trimesters), or part-time equivalent.
NY12 5 As for Year 12 or equivalent, for further information refer to deakin.edu.au/course/D304 – applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study 17 For 2020 fees, please refer to deakin.edu.au/courses/fees-scholarships/tuition-fees/
– applicants with work and life experience estimate-your-fees.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS There is a two-step admissions process for the combined courses. To be B 67.75 and RC 413 T1 $9375 – applicants who completed Year 12 in 2017 or earlier. 18 Cloud Campus is not available to international students.
eligible for the undergraduate component students must meet the minimum entry requirements for Visit deakin.edu.au/course and head to the course of interest to find out further 19 For further information on assessment of secondary methods see vit.vic.edu.au/
the Bachelor of Science (S300). To proceed to the Master of Teaching (Secondary) students must earn details on admission requirements. registering-as-a-teacher/teaching-programs/self-assessment-for-secondary-
a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60 during their undergraduate studies. Additional requirements 6 Students are also required to complete two 0-credit-point units, ELN010 and ELN011, teaching-methods.
may apply. as part of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE), in
NP means not published – less than five offers made to recent secondary education applicants.
order to graduate from their course.
NA means not available.
7 Students applying to all initial teacher education courses are required to sit the
Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary) 6,7 | D303 CASPer test, a non-academic assessment. Please be advised the cost of the CASPer
RC means admission is based on a range of criteria.
Y12 4 VCE units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 20 in English other than EAL or 25 in English (EAL). test is a responsibility borne by individual applicants. Deakin University will not be
NY12 5 As for Year 12 or equivalent, for further information refer to deakin.edu.au/course/D303 C 14 55.25
able to reimburse any test costs. Find out more at deakin.edu.au/teaching.
and RC 4 T1 $6721 8 Cloud Campus students are required to attend compulsory intensives at the
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS There is a two-step admissions process. To be eligible for the B 60.20 and RC Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
undergraduate component, students must meet the minimum entry requirements for the Bachelor
of Arts (A300). To proceed to the Master of Teaching (Secondary), students must earn a Weighted
Average Mark (WAM) of 60 during their undergraduate studies. Additional requirements may apply.
Graduate Certificate of Applied Learning and Teaching 3,7,8 | E537
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS To be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate of Applied Learning C 8 0.5 T1 $10,20015 #1 careers service
and Teaching applicants require a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from an approved tertiary
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Cloud Campus C
Melbourne Burwood Campus B From day one students are immersed in the world of
Geelong Waterfront Campus WF secondary school health and physical education teaching,
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus WP learning how they can instill change in younger generations.
Recent secondary education Y12 Warrnambool Campus WB
Non-Year 12 NY12 NIKERI Institute NIK
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