Science And Technology Education (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2011
Award
Master of Science and Technology Education
Length
1-2 years full-time or 2- 3 years part-time
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course offers an opportunity for teachers and teacher educators of mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer science, and other science or technology areas to broaden their understanding and explore innovative approaches to teaching and teacher education. It enables students to create customised programs in particular discipline areas, in close consultation with course advisers.
Course structure
The program includes a balance of studies in science, mathematics or technology and education. Students undertake a minimum of 90 credit points in science, mathematics or technology subjects, a minimum of 90 credit points in education subjects, and negotiate the remaining 60 credit points according to their needs.
For more information on course structure, please see the handbook link below.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus.
Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
Apply direct to the University (contact details below).
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2011): $12,610 (per 120 credit points)
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesPrerequisites
Recognised teaching qualification and appropriate tertiary studies of at least a sub-major sequence in physics, chemistry, mathematics or technology. Advanced Standing (up to 120 credit points) may be granted towards the 240-credit-point program to those with a relevant Postgraduate Certificate and approved teaching experience, or relevant Postgraduate Diploma or Honours degree and approved teaching experience.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
Roles for graduates may include mathematics teacher, science teacher, computer science teacher, and university lecturer/tutor.
Contact information
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