Master of Education (STEM in Education)

STEM education plays a significant role in inspiring and preparing learners for the jobs of the future.

At QUT, you'll be encouraged to take a critical view of STEM in education as you reflect upon and evaluate your current practice.

You will seek ways to transform your teaching and learning as you:

explore an interconnected approach to the interpretation, construction, enactment and assessment of STEM curriculum identify and overcome the challenges faced in the enactment of innovative education practice develop your professional network and relationships that will extend beyond the duration of your study.

You will have the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers and be encouraged and supported to share ideas as you work towards transforming your teaching and your students’ learning in STEM.

You will have access to a range of support services available at QUT.

The professional network and relationships developed during the course can continue to benefit you in your future efforts to lead and transform STEM education.

Domestic Students

To graduate with a Master of Education you are required to complete 144 credit points of course units. 

In a standard 1.5 year full-time progression, you will complete three components made up of: 

• 48 credit points of one Specialisation or option units 
• 48 credit points of a second Specialisation or option units 
• 48 credit points of research units* or 36 credit points of research units plus 12 credit points of options. 

In a one year full-time progression (having been awarded 48 credit points of advanced standing), you will complete two components made up of: 

• 48 credit points of one Specialisation or option units 
• 48 credit points of research units* or 36 credit points of research units plus 12 credit points of options. 

 *If you are intending to pursue higher degree research it is recommended you complete 48 credit points of research. 

International Students

To graduate with a Master of Education you are required to complete 144 credit points of course units. 

In a standard 1.5 year full-time progression, you will complete three components made up of: 

• 48 credit points of one Specialisation or option units 
• 48 credit points of a second Specialisation or option units 
• 48 credit points of research units* or 36 credit points of research units plus 12 credit points of options. 

In a one year full-time progression (having been awarded 48 credit points of advanced standing), you will complete two components made up of: 

• 48 credit points of one Specialisation or option units 
• 48 credit points of research units* or 36 credit points of research units plus 12 credit points of options. 

 *If you are intending to pursue higher degree research it is recommended you complete 48 credit points of research. 

1.5 year program

A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.

 

1 year program

A recognised:

• bachelor honours degree in teaching or education; or
• bachelor degree in any discipline plus graduate certificate in teaching or education; or
• graduate diploma (or higher qualification) in teaching or education; or
• bachelor degree in teaching or education plus a minimum of two years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in teaching or education.

Careers and outcomes(DOM,INT)

This STEM in Education Specialisation can enhance outcomes for people in professional, schooling, and other contexts, including the ability to:

• lead the transformation of STEM education in a school or other educational context
• improve your pedagogical content knowledge in STEM, both within and between the disciplines
• better prepare your students for careers of the 21st century
• build your professional networks.

Early exit(DOM,INT)

You can exit with a Graduate Certificate in Education (STEM in Education) if you have completed the four specialisation units. You can exit the course with a Graduate Certificate in Education following completion of any four masters units.

Research pathways(DOM,INT)

If you are interested in pursuing higher degree research it is recommended that you include 48 credit points of research units to build your capabilities.