Teaching (P-12) Master
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Teaching (P-12)
Length
2 years full-time (compressed into 18 months).
Campuses
Albury-Wodonga
Course description
This course aims to prepare students to teach in primary and secondary schools in all areas of the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS) in the years of compulsory schooling. It provides a recognised teaching qualification for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
Content includes foundation studies in education and advanced studies to VCE (Year 12) level in two curriculum areas that build on specific double major, major and sub-major studies in applicants' degree(s). Previous undergraduate studies determine the VCE areas graduates are qualified to teach. The Languages Other Than English (LOTE) method is available as an optional additional teaching method, and requires a major in the language to advanced level.
Course structure
Content is structured around the three stages of schooling: early years, middle years and later years; students gain teaching experience in each of these stages. The program includes detailed consideration of VELS, curriculum theory, teaching methodologies, and classroom management. Students undertake 60 days' supervised practice in primary and secondary schools and at least 20 days' supervised fieldwork in a range of educational contexts. In their final semester, students undertake a part-time internship (Professional Practicum and Research Practicum). 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
VTAC/UAC. Late direct applications may be considered. For more infomation, call La Trobe's Future Students Centre on 1300 135 045 or send an email to study@latrobe.edu.au
Fee type
Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $14,340 per 120 credit points.
Commonwealth Supported Places also available.
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
Approved Bachelor's degree or equivalent with double major, major or sub-major in studies relevant to the post-primary curriculum. To meet schools' expectations and ensure maximum career opportunities, it is desirable that graduates are qualified to teach in at least two post-primary subject disciplines, with at least one to VCE level and at least one for teaching Years 7-10, acceptable to the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
Applicants with discipline studies in only one post-primary curriculum area are eligible to apply. For more information on eligibility, follow the links to Teacher Education and Specialist Area Guidelines at www.vit.vic edu.au
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Career opportunities
Graduates may work as primary or secondary teachers, lecturers/tutors, education officers, and in student welfare.
Professional recognition
The course is a recognised qualification for registration as a teacher by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).