James Cook University
Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary)
Overview
Overview Transitioning into the education sector? The Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) at James Cook University equips you with essential qualifications and insights to thrive in the teaching profession. Prepare to meet the diverse educational needs of secondary school students across various environments, including urban and rural settings. This program emphasizes the development of pedagogical skills tailored to a wide range of student backgrounds and learning contexts. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of effective teaching strategies, particularly in tropical, rural, remote, and Indigenous educational settings, enhancing your ability to cater to different learning styles. Career Opportunities Graduates of the Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) are highly regarded in government, Catholic, and independent schools throughout Australia, as well as in international educational environments. With a focus on culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms, you will be well-prepared to address the unique challenges faced in North Queensland and other multicultural communities. Career paths include positions as secondary teachers specializing in Indigenous education, catering to diverse student needs, and teaching in regional and remote areas. Opportunities extend to both local and international schools, providing a broad spectrum of teaching experiences.
About this programme
Overview
Are you looking to transition into the education sector? The Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) at James Cook University provides you with the essential qualifications and insights needed to excel in the teaching profession. This program prepares you to address the diverse educational needs of secondary school students in various environments, including urban and rural settings.
With a strong emphasis on developing pedagogical skills tailored to a wide array of student backgrounds and learning contexts, you will acquire a comprehensive understanding of effective teaching strategies. The program focuses on enhancing your ability to cater to different learning styles, particularly in tropical, rural, remote, and Indigenous educational settings.
What you'll study
Core Courses Include:
- Learners and Learning in Secondary School Contexts
- Junior Secondary Curriculum
- Literacy and Numeracy for Secondary Teachers
- Teaching for Learning in Diverse Secondary School Contexts
- Senior Curriculum
- Information and Communication Technologies across the Curriculum
Students also have the option to select electives that align with their career aspirations and interests, culminating in a capstone project that demonstrates their learning and teaching competencies.
Entry requirements
Applicants must possess a recognized AQF Level 7 bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification, which includes coursework in two teaching areas from the following subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- English
- Geography
- History
- Japanese
- Mathematics
- Music
- Business
- Economics
- French
- Health and Physical Education
- Information Communication Technologies
- Legal Studies
- Physics
- Visual Arts
Career prospects
- Graduates of the Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) are highly regarded in government, Catholic, and independent schools across Australia, as well as in international educational settings.
- With a focus on culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms, you will be well-equipped to tackle the unique challenges present in North Queensland and other multicultural communities.
- Career opportunities include roles as secondary teachers specializing in Indigenous education, addressing diverse student needs, and teaching in regional and remote areas.
- Job prospects extend to both local and international schools, offering a wide range of teaching experiences.
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