Postgraduate options
Master of Education
Advance your professional career and become a leader in your field with a Graduate Certificate of Education or Master of Education. Expand your understanding of contemporary educational developments and transformative education.
Fast facts
Location:
Brisbane, Online
Starts:
January, May, September
Entry requirements:**
- Graduate Certificate of Education: Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree; or cognate AQF level 8 qualification; or at least five years relevant industry experience.
- Master of Education: AQF level 7 bachelor education degree; or bachelor degree in another discipline with a minimum of two years of professional work experience in a teaching role in education; or AQF level 8 qualification with minimum 2 years as professional educator; or AQF level 8 qualification in education.
**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2024 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.
James Cook University partners with Russo Higher Education Pty Ltd to deliver the programs available at our Brisbane campus.
About the Master of Education
Develop your expertise in educational research, policy, leadership, curriculum and pedagogy or career development. Critically reflect on current issues facing the profession and understand how to become an effective leader and develop capacity in others. Hone your curriculum design and implementation skills to lead pedagogical change with confidence.
JCU’s Master of Education gives you the flexibility to pursue your interests and personal career goals. Choose a major in Educational Leadership or Career Development (which features coursework only), or a major in Educational Research, which includes the completion of a research project. Have your experience recognised with up to 12 credit points (4 subjects) of credit for elective studies for five or more years of full-time equivalent professional experience.
The Career Development major is endorsed by the Career Industry Council of Australia. Graduates are eligible to be listed on the Australian Register of Professional Career Development Practitioners.
What career possibilities are there?
JCU Master of Education graduates are highly valued for their strong transferrable skills and understanding of the needs and challenges faced by diverse educational communities. Use your advanced knowledge, experience and skills as a teacher, educator or leader in education, making a difference at a personal, organisational and policy level.
How do I find out more?
Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help.
Contact us by:
Email - study@jcu.edu.au
Phone - 1800 246 446
Or, visit the course pages below:
Master of Guidance and Counselling
Make a lasting impact on the lives of others by developing the skills to support the social and emotional welfare of people and communities.
Fast facts
Location:
Townsville, Online*
Starts:
February, July
Entry requirements:**
AQF level 7 bachelor in cognate discipline
*This course requires some on-campus attendance by online students.
**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2024 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.
About Guidance and Counselling
JCU’s Master of Guidance and Counselling will equip you to provide information and support to future clients in the ways they need most. Whether you go on to work as a school guidance officer or professional counsellor, you’ll have an array of guidance and counselling techniques and skills, allowing you to compassionately and sensitively educate and empower your future clients.
You will gain a deep and critical understanding of the theoretical origins and concepts underpinning current approaches to counselling and their application to the field, including career development.
What career possibilities are there?
JCU Master of Guidance and Counselling graduates will be ready to be a guidance officer, counsellor or career development advisor with the ability to identify complex issues, develop creative solutions, give informed guidance and provide compassionate counselling in a range of professional guidance and counselling practice contexts.
How do I find out more?
Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help.
Contact us by:
Email - study@jcu.edu.au
Phone - 1800 246 446
Or, visit the Master of Guidance and Counselling course page.
Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary)
Learn to create supportive learning environments through extensive placement experience and be ready to teach students in Years 7-12.
Fast facts
Location:
Cairns, Townsville
Starts:
February
Entry requirements:**
AQF level 7 bachelor degree with subjects in two teaching areas that link to the Australian national curriculum and/or the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority.
**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2024 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.
About Teaching and Learning (Secondary)
You’ll learn how to teach secondary students in various school settings, including in regional, rural, and Indigenous communities. The Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) includes four phases involving professional placements in secondary schools, where you can apply what you’ve learned.
Tailor your degree with a focus in two study areas of the Australian Curriculum for secondary students. Graduate ready to teach in a range of social and geographic environments, designing and delivering curriculum and assessment to pursue positive learning outcomes for all students.
What career possibilities are there?
You’ll be prepared to work in state, independent and Catholic schools and be confident in directing curriculum, assessment and differentiated learning opportunities. The Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) is fully accredited and sets you up for success as a secondary school teacher.
How do I find out more?
Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help.
Contact us by:
Email - study@jcu.edu.au
Phone - 1800 246 446
Or, visit the Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) course page.
Discover pathway options
If you do not meet the entry requirements of your chosen education degree, there are pathways and bridging courses you can take to help you gain entry.
Enrolling in JCU Prep can help you meet entry requirements. Introductory academic subjects are also available to prepare you for taking the leap into tertiary study.
Find out moreLooking for part-time, online study?
Make study work for you. Gain the flexibility to study either the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or Bachelor of Education (Primary) when and where it suits you.
BALANCE
WORK, LIFE AND STUDY
Studying online enables you to progress your study goals while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
NATIONALLY
ACCREDITED DEGREE
Earn a degree that’s nationally accredited through the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership in association with the Queensland College of Teachers.
UPSKILL
81% of JCU students were satisifed with the skill development they experienced through their studies.*
* Good Universities Guide 2024, UG study area
HANDS-ON
EXPERIENCE
From your first year of study you will experience professional placements that are aligned to ensure strong theory-to-practice connections.
ACCELERATED
PART-TIME STUDY
Focus on one subject at a time with part-time study.
Each subject runs for seven weeks, and you can study up to six subjects a year.
Take your next step with confidence
"I felt the help was there if it was needed and that’s what I loved about my course and about JCU. Even when studying the course online, you will be supported. Making sure students have that level of comfort is a strength for JCU."
Bianca Rogers
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) - Alumni
"The lecturers are so good, passionate. They really do try and help you which I found just like even emailing them or seeing them walking by, I can just give them a question and they’ll direct me wherever. "
Kurt Nielsen
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Student
"I think that the Secondary Education course at JCU is amazing. It's definitely practical, applicable and personally when I compared this course to my friends who were studying secondary education at other universities, there's definitely a lot more professional experience and practice at JCU which I love. "
Destiny Guteridge
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Student
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