Deakin University Master of Teaching Graduate Apply To This Program Details University Location Geelong, Victoria City Population 190,000 Student Population 64,500 Int'l Student Population 11,200 Main Campus Burwood Program Campus Burwood Program Duration 2 years Estimated Annual Tuition $32,000 AUD (2023 fees; subject to increase) Semester Intake March Next Available Intake 2024 Application Deadline No set deadline* Apply To This Program Overview Deakin University is ranked in the top 30 universities in the world for its education courses, based on the 2018 QS World University Rankings, which are informed by academic and employer reputation, as well as research impact. Deakin’s school-based learning programs and teaching practicums ensure graduates are ready to teach today and into the future. As a Deakin teaching student, you’ll take part in annual professional experience programs, working with children in schools and learning from experienced teachers. Program Primary The Master of Teaching (Primary) at Deakin University will qualify graduates to teach up to Grade 8, both in Australia and overseas. It includes core subjects of the primary curriculum—English, mathematics, sciences, humanities and social sciences, the arts, technology, health and physical education—and provides opportunities to develop a breadth of knowledge in areas of interest. The program provides a range of professional learning experiences through 60 days of supervised placement in schools. Secondary Alongside core studies, you will complete two secondary curriculum studies from English, TESOL, languages other than English, drama, dance, media, visual arts, music, humanities, commerce and business, geography, history, mathematics, health, physics, biology, psychology, chemistry, science and environmental science. Placements Starting in your first year, you’ll take part in the professional experience program across your entire degree. With a network of more than 1,400 schools across Australia, Deakin will arrange at least 80 days of placements for you in schools, where you’ll spend time working with children and alongside experienced teachers. Admission Requirements 1. Completed bachelor’s degree You must have an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than teaching with at least one year of full-time or equivalent study relevant to one or more learning areas of the primary school curriculum, including minor in one Australian Curriculum Learning Area: English, mathematics, sciences, humanities and social sciences, the arts, technology, health and physical education 2. Situational judgement test You must complete an additional selection tool for non-academic attributes. Deakin University uses the CASPer assessment tool. CASPer is an online, scenario-based situational judgement test, designed to measure non-academic suitability for teaching. Please contact OzTREKK to learn more about this test. Admission Timeline *While there is no set application deadline, you are encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the program start date. Related News View All 3 March 2023 · News Australian university applications are officially open! Australian university applications are officially open, and starting now means making your application as strong as possible. Here’s how. Read More 6 April 2022 · News Top 5 questions we get asked about studying in Australia What’s the deal with studying in Australia, how does it work, and what’s in it for me? Here are the top 5 questions we get asked about studying in Australia! Read More 3 March 2021 · Events Study in Australia Virtual Fair March 3 Dreaming of being a trailblazer in your future career? Find out more on March 3, 2021 at our virtual fair and conference. Join exclusive presentations and chat live with Australian university representatives and the OzTREKK team to find out where you’re competitive! Read More Admissions OfficerKrys Peplinski I’m an animal lover, anglophile, and I alternate between INTP and INTJ. I’m currently finishing my own degree online, with a particular interest in medieval English history. Krys is part of OzTREKK’s Dentistry/Law/Pharmacy/Teaching hub with Jennifer, Matthew, and Emily. Go, team! Food: Anything spicy Drink: Replicating Milestones’ Bellinis at home Movie: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey TV Shows: Most recently, binging Ted Lasso or Stranger Things Music: Just about anything from medieval to modern, with a particular soft spot for ’80s alternative Authors/Books: Louise Penny or Diana Gabaldon are safe bets Superpower: Reinvention Email: [email protected]