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Deakin University

Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Geelong Waterfront Campus, Victoria, Australia

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4.0F/P
Campus
Melbourne Burwood Campus (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
A$41,000 (2027-28)

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Course Overview

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The University at a Glance

Student Population
59,359
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
27.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
75.0%
of graduates employed

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
A$41,000
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

  • Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Deakin Guaranteed ATAR
  • Participating Course At Deakin, we are providing lower upfront guaranteed ATARs for eligible students from under
  • represented cohorts, learn more at: https://www.deakin.edu.au/deakin
  • guaranteed
  • atar Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Art Creative Practice, Dance, Drama, any English, any Humanities, any LOTE or Art Making and Exhibiting equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Art Creative Practice, Dance, Drama, any English, any Humanities, any LOTE or Art Making and Exhibiting equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Please complete and submit a personal statement if you would like any of the following to be considered as part of your course application:
  • details of any work experience
  • details of volunteer experience
  • motivation to study
  • other relevant factors or experience Learn more about the personal statement . Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Please complete and submit a personal statement if you would like any of the following to be considered as part of your course application:
  • details of any work experience
  • details of volunteer experience
  • motivation to study
  • other relevant factors or experience Learn more about the personal statement . Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Please complete and submit a personal statement if you would like any of the following to be considered as part of your course application:
  • details of any work experience
  • details of volunteer experience
  • motivation to study
  • other relevant factors or experience Learn more about the personal statement . Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website | Current Year 12 graduates Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students undertaking an initial teacher education course must pass an approved literacy and numeracy test in order to be eligible to graduate and apply for teacher registration. For more information, see Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE Students Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Supervised professional experience Successful completion of 60
  • days of professional experience is required in order to graduate and students must successfully complete the Deakin Teaching Performance Assessment (DTPA) to apply for teacher registration. Trauma Informed Practice Compulsory: Students undertaking this course must complete the Berry Street Foundation Education Program ( or equivalent) in order to be eligible to graduate. Recent Year 12 graduates Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students undertaking an initial teacher education course must pass an approved literacy and numeracy test in order to be eligible to graduate and apply for teacher registration. For more information, see Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE Students Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Supervised professional experience Successful completion of 60
  • days of professional experience is required in order to graduate and students must successfully complete the Deakin Teaching Performance Assessment (DTPA) to apply for teacher registration. Trauma Informed Practice Compulsory: Students undertaking this course must complete the Berry Street Foundation Education Program ( or equivalent) in order to be eligible to graduate. Applicants with Higher Education study Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students undertaking an initial teacher education course must pass an approved literacy and numeracy test in order to be eligible to graduate and apply for teacher registration. For more information, see Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE Students Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Supervised professional experience Successful completion of 60
  • days of professional experience is required in order to graduate and students must successfully complete the Deakin Teaching Performance Assessment (DTPA) to apply for teacher registration. Trauma Informed Practice Compulsory: Students undertaking this course must complete the Berry Street Foundation Education Program ( or equivalent) in order to be eligible to graduate. Applicants with VET study Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students undertaking an initial teacher education course must pass an approved literacy and numeracy test in order to be eligible to graduate and apply for teacher registration. For more information, see Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE Students Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Supervised professional experience Successful completion of 60
  • days of professional experience is required in order to graduate and students must successfully complete the Deakin Teaching Performance Assessment (DTPA) to apply for teacher registration. Trauma Informed Practice Compulsory: Students undertaking this course must complete the Berry Street Foundation Education Program ( or equivalent) in order to be eligible to graduate. Applicants with work and life experience Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students undertaking an initial teacher education course must pass an approved literacy and numeracy test in order to be eligible to graduate and apply for teacher registration. For more information, see Literacy and Numeracy Test for ITE Students Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Supervised professional experience Successful completion of 60
  • days of professional experience is required in order to graduate and students must successfully complete the Deakin Teaching Performance Assessment (DTPA) to apply for teacher registration. Trauma Informed Practice Compulsory: Students undertaking this course must complete the Berry Street Foundation Education Program ( or equivalent) in order to be eligible to graduate. | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 20 in English other than EAL. Non
  • Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 or equivalent, see: www.deakin.edu.au/undergrad
  • entry.

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Student Population
59,359
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
27%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community

University Stats

Total Students59,359
Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
International Students27%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
75%
Employed after graduation

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
A$41,000
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
A$164,000
For full 4.0F/P

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)A$41,000per year, 2027-28 Official fee page