Master of Teaching Nexus (Secondary) 24 months Postgraduate Programme By La Trobe University |TopUniversities
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# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

Education and TrainingMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

If you're passionate about teaching and are keen to build a rewarding career in secondary school teaching, La Trobe's Master of Teaching Nexus (Secondary) is for you. Through a combination of practical and evidence-based learning, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge to help shape the lives of our next generation.

You'll develop up to two curriculum specialisations that you'll take straight into the classroom when you graduate. Choose from science, languages, arts, psychology, physical education and many more. Or delve deeper in your area of interest with a specialisation in drama, mathematics, physical education, business management, commerce and business, science and visual arts.

Learn the most up-to-date skills for the modern classroom. Understand the needs of diverse learners and gain the skills and experience to succeed in any classroom. You'll prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and dedicated teaching academics. You'll learn how to manage classrooms, design class plans, guide students, and create a safe and engaging learning space for your students.

We focus on practise-based learning and our students learn about creating relationships from day one. You'll be embedded in your community from your first semester and will be mentored by community leaders, allowing you to develop meaningful relationships with students, parents and the wider school community. You'll also be paired with a university-based mentor and a school-based mentor to ensure you have the support during your studies.

Learn from leading academics and researchers in the field of learning sciences and develop strong professional networks. Throughout your studies, you'll learn the latest evidence-based teaching techniques, explore innovative pedagogies and learning sciences, and understand how to connect with every student as an individual.

We are committed to social justice and diversity. With campuses across metropolitan, regional and rural Victoria and New South Wales, we collaborate with a range of communities on the things that matter most to them and us. This government-funded program is specifically designed to address teacher shortages in regional, rural, and hard-to-staff schools. With flexible, accessible training and support, you'll get the opportunity to make an immediate impact in the classroom.

Your study experience will be suited to your busy schedule. The course is designed to offer flexibility, allowing you to teach in schools while still studying full-time, so you can gain practical experience while advancing your education. You'll also benefit from 24/7 online access to course materials and the option of participating in workshops at your own pace.

You'll learn:
  • Discipline expertise

                    Learn essential skills to effectively teach up to two specialist areas of your choice.
  • Classroom management

                    Learn how to confidently manage a classroom. Prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and passionate teaching academics.
  • Inclusion and diversity

                    Learn how to create safe, diverse learning environments for people of different abilities and backgrounds. Develop skills to connect with parents and the wider school community.
  • Indigenous perspectives

                    Understand the histories, cultures, traditions, languages and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and learn how to provide education that's most appropriate to their needs.
  • Digital learning

                    Explore the world of digital learning in a way that's creative, collaborative and innovative.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

If you're passionate about teaching and are keen to build a rewarding career in secondary school teaching, La Trobe's Master of Teaching Nexus (Secondary) is for you. Through a combination of practical and evidence-based learning, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge to help shape the lives of our next generation.

You'll develop up to two curriculum specialisations that you'll take straight into the classroom when you graduate. Choose from science, languages, arts, psychology, physical education and many more. Or delve deeper in your area of interest with a specialisation in drama, mathematics, physical education, business management, commerce and business, science and visual arts.

Learn the most up-to-date skills for the modern classroom. Understand the needs of diverse learners and gain the skills and experience to succeed in any classroom. You'll prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and dedicated teaching academics. You'll learn how to manage classrooms, design class plans, guide students, and create a safe and engaging learning space for your students.

We focus on practise-based learning and our students learn about creating relationships from day one. You'll be embedded in your community from your first semester and will be mentored by community leaders, allowing you to develop meaningful relationships with students, parents and the wider school community. You'll also be paired with a university-based mentor and a school-based mentor to ensure you have the support during your studies.

Learn from leading academics and researchers in the field of learning sciences and develop strong professional networks. Throughout your studies, you'll learn the latest evidence-based teaching techniques, explore innovative pedagogies and learning sciences, and understand how to connect with every student as an individual.

We are committed to social justice and diversity. With campuses across metropolitan, regional and rural Victoria and New South Wales, we collaborate with a range of communities on the things that matter most to them and us. This government-funded program is specifically designed to address teacher shortages in regional, rural, and hard-to-staff schools. With flexible, accessible training and support, you'll get the opportunity to make an immediate impact in the classroom.

Your study experience will be suited to your busy schedule. The course is designed to offer flexibility, allowing you to teach in schools while still studying full-time, so you can gain practical experience while advancing your education. You'll also benefit from 24/7 online access to course materials and the option of participating in workshops at your own pace.

You'll learn:
  • Discipline expertise

                    Learn essential skills to effectively teach up to two specialist areas of your choice.
  • Classroom management

                    Learn how to confidently manage a classroom. Prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and passionate teaching academics.
  • Inclusion and diversity

                    Learn how to create safe, diverse learning environments for people of different abilities and backgrounds. Develop skills to connect with parents and the wider school community.
  • Indigenous perspectives

                    Understand the histories, cultures, traditions, languages and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and learn how to provide education that's most appropriate to their needs.
  • Digital learning

                    Explore the world of digital learning in a way that's creative, collaborative and innovative.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

Admission Requirements

This course is not available to international students online in 2026.

Prerequisites
Specialisation - Applicants must have at least a major study (6 units over three years, with no more than 2 units in the first year and no less than 2 units in the third year) in at least one of the following areas, and preferably at least a minor study (4 units over two years, with no more than 2 units in the first year) in a second area:

  • Arts (Drama, Visual Arts, or (Vic Only) Media)
  • Business Management (VIC Only)/Business studies (NSW Only)
  • Business and Economics
  • English
  • Health & Physical Education (NSW major Only/ Vic major or minor)
  • Humanities and Social Sciences - history, geography, legal studies, society and culture
  • Languages
  • Mathematics
  • Outdoor Education (Vic Only)
  • Psychology (Vic Only)
  • Science (Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
  • English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) (Vic Only)

2 Years
Mar

Tuition fees

Domestic
28,000 AUD

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