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The Bachelor of Education Secondary program equips you to teach in middle schools, high schools, and senior colleges across Australia. At CDU, you can pursue this degree either online or on-campus, with flexible full-time or part-time options. Upon completion, you'll meet the requirements for teacher registration nationwide. This program aligns with the Australian National Curriculum, providing essential skills and knowledge for teaching grades 7 through 12 while addressing the country's demand for qualified secondary educators.
Throughout this program, you'll explore:
secondary school curricula
modern educational challenges like inclusive practices
developmental stages of adolescents
classroom management and student welfare
enhancing instructional effectiveness
teaching Indigenous students
applying research-based methods in secondary education.
As a future secondary teacher, you'll select two teaching specializations - one major and one minor - from diverse options such as:
Technology Education
Health and PE
Social Sciences
Foreign Languages (Chinese, Greek, Indonesian, Yolngu)
Mathematics
Music Education
Science
Art Education
English
The curriculum combines subject-specific teaching methods, general education theory, and practical classroom experience. Graduates will demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills ranking in the top 30% nationally. Prospective students should note that teaching qualification requirements may differ between states and territories.