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Murdoch University

Perth , Western Australia ,Australia

Bachelor of Education (Secondary Teaching) (BEd(Sec))

Get the qualification you need to teach students from Years 7 to 12 in a teaching area you’re passionate about. You can choose to major in one of these areas:

  • Advanced Mathematics
  • Biology and Environmental Science
  • Biology and Human Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth and Environmental Science
  • English
  • History (HASS*)
  • Health & Physical Education
  • Geography and Economics (HASS*)
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Politics (HASS*).

*ATAR Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) subject

You will also choose a second teaching area (known as a minor), except for Health and Physical Education which must be combined together. If you choose either Physics or Chemistry as a major, then you must select Mathematics as a minor. 

You’ll explore the role of education in society, learn how to manage a secondary level classroom, and get valuable experience working in school placements across the secondary years. By having qualifications in two teaching areas, you will have a competitive advantage with a variety of employers across Australia and overseas.

Campus Information

Perth Campus

Our unique Perth campus features beautiful native bushland, specialised educational and recreational facilities and a range of essential support services. Our Perth campus is set in a beautiful bush environment and covers over 227 hectares, making it one of the largest campuses in Australia. Our campus is changing to strengthen our connections with our landscape, community and our core purpose of high quality teaching and research.

Intakes

  • Feb
  • July

Application Processing Time in Days: 14

Application Process

More information required
10 Days
Possible interview call from institution
10 Days
Provisional/unconditional offer
20 Days
Visa processing
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

  • Graduates can join Murdoch and Guild program as well as industry competitions to get real-world experience through programs and opportunities. Some opportunities may be even paid or include prize money.
  • Offers 2 years of Murdoch graduate program which assists graduates to turn their Murodch degree into a rewarding career.
  • University conducts workshops and events to improve student's job search skills. It is run by Career Development Advisors. Students can also attend an expo, fair, or networking event to connect with employers.

PSW Opportunity

  • Since it's in a regional area, the student will be eligible for a three-year post-study work rights visa.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

For admission into Murdoch you must be able to provide evidence of competency in the English language. This is usually achieved through one of the following:

  • A scaled score of 50% or more in ATAR English, English Literature or English as a Second Language (or interstate equivalent).
  • An Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall score of 6.0 (with no band below 6.0) or equivalent scores for the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic, TOEFL iBT or the Occupational English Test (OET).
  • Successful completion of a University enabling course (e.g. OnTrack, FlexiTrack).
  • A score of 140 or more in the Written English component of the STAT test
  • Successful completion of either a Diploma (AQF Level 5 or higher) OR two University-level units (AQF Level 7 or higher).

  • Course Code: 098365E
  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
  • Duration: 04 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 132000 AUD
    Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
    Application Fee: N/A
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