Details
University Location | Townsville or Cairns, Queensland |
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City Population | 194,000 |
Student Population | 22,000 |
Int'l Student Population | 6,640 |
Main Campus | Townsville |
Program Campus | Townsville or Cairns |
Program Duration | 2 years |
Estimated Annual Tuition | $32,040 AUD (2024 fees; subject to increase) |
Semester Intake | February |
Next Available Intake | 2025 |
Application Deadline | No set deadline* |
Overview
The School of Education is the largest at JCU and has a 40-year history of teacher education in North Queensland. As a JCU teacher education student, you will be equipped with the skills to make an impact. JCU Education emphasizes holistic thinking producing graduates who value social and environmental sustainability goals and are equipped to teach future generations. You can study and work in rural and remote communities, capital cities, and experience overseas placements.
Program
Secondary
Throughout your JCU Masters studies, you will be supported by JCU’s highly-awarded teaching staff. With the focus this degree has on the inextricable links between professional knowledge, professional practice and professional engagement, you’ll gain
- qualifications that are valued by school leaders in government, Catholic and independent schools, and that satisfy requirements for teacher registration at state and national levels
- a qualification that is portable internationally
- opportunities to participate in an international or community-based experience as part of your internship
- deep knowledge of approaches to foster learning for Indigenous, rural and remote students, with a special focus on the needs of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
A total of 80 placement days, with a highlight in the final phase of your studies of a 20-day extended placement—so you’ll be ready to make a difference at your school from day one.
Admission Requirements
Completed bachelor’s degree
Secondary – Applicants must have a completed bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.2 / 4.0 (approximately 65% +) with subjects in two teaching areas appropriate to curriculum in Australian secondary schools.
Admission Timeline
*While there is no set application deadline, you are encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the program start date.
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