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Master of Specialist Teaching

Deep dive into the specialist teaching areas of Numeracy, Literacy, STEM, TESOL and Inclusive Education.
This course is only offered at one location, see below.
On-line Learning
Location
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
On-line Learning
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
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Length
3 years part time
(180 credit points = 1.5 EFTSL)
Entry requirements

The Master of Specialist Teaching provides the opportunity to upskill in a range of specialist teaching areas.
This course can be completed online and is delivered part-time over 3 years.
The course is designed for already qualified teachers who want to increase their skills in specialist teaching areas, gain cutting edge knowledge that will help their careers, and support  those teaching ‘out-of-field’ or teachers looking to gain specialist knowledge in a new discipline area. Entry into the Master of Specialist (TESOL) is available for those without a teaching degree and wanting to embark on a career in TESOL that does not require an initial teacher training degree.
You will build competency in cross-curricular areas of your chosen specialisation, such as Numeracy, Literacy, STE(A)M (including innovative pedagogies), TESOL and Inclusive Education. After completing your specialist subjects you have the option to obtain your Master’s degree through a research pathway, which involves writing a thesis in your area of specialisation, or a coursework pathway, which involves a capstone professional inquiry project in your area of specialisation.
Our course allows you the option to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Specialist Teaching.
We encourage you to view our recent webinar to find out more about the course.

  • Teacher
  • Principal
  • Academic
  • University educator
  • Secondary teacher
  • Adult education teacher
  • Primary teacher
  • Leading teacher
  • Pedagogical leader in children's services
  • Education consultant
  • Tutor

Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course.  Please contact Federation University for further information on available options.

Please note this is a sample structure only and is not to be used for enrolment purposes.  To enrol, please refer to the information provided to you by Federation University for your individual course structure or view our enrolment information page.

To view current unit information and cost, click on the individual unit name below, or click here to view current unit information and cost for ALL units.

Year 1

Semester 1

Semester 1 Electives

Semester 2

Semester 2 Electives

Year 2

Semester 1

Coursework Specialisation (2)

Research Specialisation (2)

Contact hours can vary depending on requirements, however typical contact hours for full-time study are around 25-30 hours comprising of on-campus classes, online learning and self-directed study.

Entry requirements (non year 12)

Successful completion of an Initial Teacher Education degree with eligibility for Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.

The application method varies depending on your circumstances, please visit our How to apply page for further information.

Direct application: Yes

Federation University code: TQ9

2024 Indicative Fees

Fee Type: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

$4,445 student contribution amount

A Commonwealth Supported Place is subsidised by the Australian Government.  Your fees (student contribution amount) are set on an annual basis by the government and are determined by the discipline area and band of your individual units, not the overall course.  Each unit falls into a band which determines the student contribution.

2024 annual student contribution amounts for 1 EFTSL (equivalent full-time student load) range between $4,445 Band 1 to $16,323 Band 4.  To find the Band, EFTSL and contribution amount for each unit, check the Sample Structure or refer to the 2024 unit listing.

Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and the indicative amount should be used as a guide only.  It is based on a typical enrolment for a student undertaking the first year of study in this course.  For 0.5 EFTSL (60 credit point) courses the certificate fee is displayed.  Total cost will vary depending on the units you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and any approved credit you receive.

Other fees

You will also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).

Fee assistance

You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP loan, which can be used to defer payment of all or part of your student contribution.  You may also be eligible to defer payment of your SSAF through a SA-HELP loan.

Scholarships

Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs.  Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.

Can your studies count towards a degree with us? Use our online Credit Search to get the details on completing your studies sooner.

Our course allows you the option to enter or exit the Masters of Specialist Teaching with a Graduate Certificate in Specialist Teaching.

To help you get the most from your online learning experience, it's important that you own or have frequent access to a fast and reliable computer that's ideally not more than two years old.

You will also need frequent access to a reliable high-speed internet connection.  You should expect to use approximately 5GB of data each month, per unit, just for study use.

For further information, visit the Minimum IT requirements for studying online webpage.

A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.

The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.

All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.

CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909

School department

Education

Course co-ordinator

Rachel Daniel
Xiaofang Yao