Graduate Diploma
Curtin's Secondary Education major within the Graduate Diploma of Education program prepares students to teach years 7-12 in Australian secondary schools, specialising in one of six curriculum teaching areas. Graduates are eligible for teacher registration in Western Australia.
Curtin's Secondary Education major within our Graduate Diploma of Education program is designed for those aspiring to teach in years 7-12 in Australian secondary schools. In this course, you'll learn how to apply your existing knowledge and expertise to become a qualified secondary school teacher. You'll specialise in one of six curriculum teaching areas, with your selection depending on your study background.
You'll also build strong skills in inclusive education, with a dedicated focus on First Nations culture and perspectives in secondary schools.
Graduates are eligible for teacher registration in Western Australia and may also apply for recognition of this registration in other Australian states and territories.
This Secondary Education major is part of the Graduate Diploma of Education - our one-year pathway into the teaching profession - and only offers a major teaching area, with no minor. If you wish to complete a minor, you can continue your studies through our accredited Master of Teaching.
This course is not suitable for qualified secondary teachers wishing to change their subject specialisation.
To be eligible for entry into the Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary Education Major) applicants need to have completed a Bachelor degree or its equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution with studies relevant to the teaching areas offered at Curtin. Specifically a teaching area equivalent to a total of three-quarters of a year of successful EFTSL, comprising of sequential discipline study. This equates to six units, with no more than two at first-year level and no fewer than two units at third-year level. Entry to this course will not be possible based on work experience only.
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