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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Bachelor of Science and Master of Teaching (Secondary)

  • Bachelor

This pathway offers you the skills, knowledge and experience to become a secondary school STEM teacher. Seek a career that combines your love of science with making a difference to the future of young people and become a secondary school STEM teacher in just four years.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Course Code
CM023
Study Mode
In person

About this course

In the Bachelor of Science, you'll gain an in-depth understanding in your specialised area with hands-on laboratories from first year. You'll select an undergraduate degree-specific major and gain the skills and knowledge to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. Your subject area expertise, coupled with a teaching qualification, will see you thrive in the global knowledge society. A nationwide shortage of qualified STEM teachers within WA and across Australia also means you'll be highly sought after. Choose to major in: Anatomy and Human Biology Chemistry Marine Biology
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Psychological and Behavioural Sciences
  • Sport Science

    • Within the Master of Teaching, you'll integrate theory with practice and undertake professional placements in secondary schools, under the mentoring of current STEM teachers. You'll also learn from expert lecturers who'll share their teaching experience.

    The Master of Teaching is taught on a school-term basis, and you will start taking postgraduate units in term 1 of your third year of study. This course focuses on school-based practice, curriculum area skills and contemporary best practice to prepare you for a career across government, independent or Catholic education school systems.

    Study plans will be constructed to ensure you'll qualify to teach two ATAR curriculum areas up to Year 12.

    Entry requirements

    Admission requirements

    The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you're interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

    Bachelor of science and master of teaching (secondary)
    School leaver admission requirements

    This course has the following prerequisites:

    Note: Depending on your chosen major/s, there may be additional prerequisite subjects.

    Students without a final scaled mark of 50 in Mathematics Applications ATAR should consider applying for the Assured Pathway to Teaching; alternatively, students can contact our Graduate School of Education for advice.

    To transfer into this course, a minimum WAM of 65 is required.
    Bachelor of science and master of teaching (secondary)
    School leaver admission requirements
    Minimum entry requirements
    Minimum entry requirements

    Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

    Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
    • 81.8
    Monash University Foundation Year
    • 284
    South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
    • 335
    Trinity College Foundation
    • 316
    University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
    • 69
    Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
    • 63
    Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
    • 84
    Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
    Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
    • 81.8
    Monash University Foundation Year
    • 284
    South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
    • 335
    Trinity College Foundation
    • 316
    University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
    • 69
    Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
    • 63
    Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
    • 84
    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    Online personal statement

    As part of applying for entry to this course, you are required to submit an online personal statement demonstrating you have the necessary personal characteristics to become a successful educator.

    We encourage you to familiarise yourself with the Inherent Requirement Domains for an Initial Teacher Education Professional Practice PDF before submitting your personal statement.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    Online personal statement
    Admission requirements
    For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
    Admission requirements
    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    English competency

    English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

    This course has higher ELC requirements. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.5, a minimum 7.0 in the reading and writing bands, and a minimum score of 8.0 in the listening and speaking bands. For more information visit ELC requirements.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency

    Study locations

    Perth

    Career pathways

    Careers and further study

    This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

    Bachelor of science and master of teaching (secondary)
    Career opportunities
    As a graduate of this course, you will be able to work in government and independent schools, both nationally and internationally. This course will enable you to teach two secondary school (years 7-12) STEM subjects such as Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education and Human Biology. Your degree could also open up opportunities within government agencies, not-for-profit organisations or community services.
    Bachelor of science and master of teaching (secondary)
    Career opportunities
    Bachelor of science and master of teaching (secondary)
    You'll be in high demand

    A nationwide shortage of qualified STEM teachers within WA and across Australia means you'll be highly sought after.

    Bachelor of science and master of teaching (secondary)
    You'll be in high demand
    Postgraduate study at UWA
    Doctor of Education
    Doctor of Education

    The Doctor of Education (EdD) is focused on the application of advanced knowledge to questions of professional practice.

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