The Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) at James Cook University in Australia focuses on the education of students in Years 7 to 12. The junior secondary years (Years 7-10) is an exciting phase of learning, while the senior secondary years (Years 11-12) are a critical time for young people as they develop their plans for post-secondary education and work.

You will learn to teach two secondary areas of teaching in Years 7 to 10, specializing in one related secondary area of teaching in Years 11 and 12.

Applicants to James Cook University’s Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) will need a completed Bachelor degree (or equivalent) that does not lead to teacher registration (with a minimum GPA of 4.0 on a 7-point scale). The previous degree must include sufficient amount of study in the intended teaching area ie a Bachelor of Science if interested in becoming a science teacher.

James Cook University’s Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) is nationally accredited through the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) in association with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT). Graduates of this course are eligible for Teacher registration in Australia.

Graduates of James Cook University’s Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) are eligible to apply for licensing in Canada, however, it is critical students understand the requirements needed to complete this process before licensing will be granted. KOM Consultants understand the process and requirements needed to enter the teaching profession in Canada.  All students applying directly through KOM will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.