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Master of Specialist Teaching (Learning Intervention)

Develop specialist knowledge in Learning Intervention.
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

Our Master of Specialist Teaching (Learning Intervention) is designed according to contemporary research and evidence that enables already qualified teachers to build specialised knowledge about catering for diversity in educational contexts. 

This course will develop students' understanding and application of learning intervention theories and practices. There is focus on current philosophical and pedagogical perspectives within national education frameworks and legislature, social and emotional learning, as well as strategies for promoting wellbeing for staff, students and families.

This course can be completed online/blended and is delivered part-time over 3 years.

You will have the opportunity to undertake a professional inquiry on a project of your choice, or a minor thesis completed in the field of Learning Intervention.

Our course allows you the option to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Specialist Teaching (Learning Intervention).

  • 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

SPECIFIC LEARNING DIFFICULTIES
EDMST6016, 15 credit points

Semester 2

LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPAIRMENT
EDBSP2026, 15 credit points
INCLUSIVE LEARNING CONTEXTS
EDMST6024, 15 credit points
Electives

Year 2

Year 3

Semester 1

Coursework Pathway Semester1

OR Research Pathway Semester1

Semester 2

Coursework Pathway Semester2

OR Research Pathway Semester2

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).

Other study costs

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

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.

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