Teaching (P-12) Master
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Master of Teaching (P-12)
Length
2 years full-time only (compressed into 18 months)
Campuses
Albury-Wodonga
Course description
This course is a professional qualification designed to prepare teachers 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 level in two curriculum areas that build on specific double major, major and sub-major studies in the applicant's degree/s; the VCE areas in which graduates are qualified to teach is determined by their undergraduate studies. LOTE method is available as an optional additonal teaching method, and requires a major in the language to advanced level.
Course structure
The program of study is organised 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 a total of 60 days supervised practice in primary and secondary schools and at least 15 days of supervised fieldwork in a range of educational contexts. In terms 5 and 6 (final semester) students undertake a part-time internship (Professional Practicum and Research Practicum).
Handbook (2010)
Major areas of study
curriculum theory, teaching methodology, and classroom management, supervised teaching practice in schools, an internship, research project.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC or UAC
Fee type
Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available
Tuition fee (AUD)
Indicative per 120 credit points (2010): full-fee $12,770 / CSP student contribution $5,310 (NB: first year comprises 190 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/pg/Prerequisites
Approved Bachelor's degree or equivalent with double major, major or sub-major in discipline 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 with VIT.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/education/courses_pg.htm
Contact information
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Future Students Centre:
T 1300 135 045
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Faculty of Education, Albury-Wodonga:
T (02) 6024 9865
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All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover