How to become a teacher
To become a teacher you need to complete an initial teacher qualification – or ‘pre-service’ qualification.
At MGSE this degree is the Master of Teaching.
The first step: an Undergraduate Degree
The first step towards becoming a qualified teacher through study at MGSE
is to complete an undergraduate degree in any discipline.
Course entry requirements
To check the entry requirements for the course, have a look at the University of Melbourne's Course Search tool - Undergraduate and Postgraduate - Prerequisites - which provides information for prospective students about course prerequisites, entry requirements, entry scores, course structure and career outcomes.
You’ll also need to meet the English language requirements of the University.
Decide your focus
The Melbourne Graduate School of Education offers a range of degrees that will qualify you to teach in early learning centres, kindergartens, and primary and secondary schools.
The program you choose will depend on your area of interest, your prior qualifications and whether you want to combine your studies with another discipline. Explore your options and find the program that best suits you.
Further questions
For students considering the Master of Teaching as their initial teacher qualification, a useful M Teach FAQ has been developed to answer the most common questions about becoming a teacher.
If you have a specific question about applying to study at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education, please search our answers to frequently asked questions, where you can also submit an enquiry to our course advisors.