Course

Bachelor of Secondary Education

Federation University, Melbourne · Federation University Ballarat · Arts & Social Sciences

Bachelor On Campus

Key facts

Campus
Federation University Ballarat · Ballarat
Location
Victoria, Australia
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Delivery
On Campus
Next start
1 Mar 2027 · Semester 1, 2027

Start dates

  • Semester 1, 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027 Federation University Ballarat

Academic entry requirements

  • Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with minimum study scores of 25 in units 3 and 4 English or 30 for English as an Alternative Language or Dialect and Units 1 and 2 of Mathematics or Overseas Equivalent. Altus Suite (Casper) All applicants are required to complete Altus Suite as part of their application. Altus Suite is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicant's personal and professional attributes. Altus Suite consists of two-parts, however only the Casper component is compulsory for Federation University applications. To register for your sitting or for further information about the assessment, visit TakeAltus.com Altus Suite: Part One (Compulsory) Casper: 60-90 minute online, open-response situational judgment test (SJT) Applicants can also have their non-academic capabilities assessed based on completion of a Non-Academic Requirements for Teacher Entry (NARTE) online questionnaire with the link to Incept Labs | University Teaching Application Assessment Part Two (Recommended) Snapshot: 10-minute one-way video interview with standardised questions Completion of Snapshot is recommended but not compulsory for Federation University applications. Don't miss the deadlines for each offer round; https://takealtus.com/dates-times/ Essential requirements for enrolment and graduation Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Prior to graduation, students will be required to demonstrate they have achieved approved benchmarks in literacy and numeracy as demonstrated through the Literacy and Numeracy Test in Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) before undertaking their final professional experience placement. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check prior to undertaking professional placements. ATAR 70.00 Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 70.00. If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and SEAS. (Applicable to onshore international students applying for undergraduate/bachelor degree programs only)

About this course

We'll help you become an engaging motivating and innovative secondary school teacher. With smaller class sizes our education lecturers get to know our students providing one-on-one assistance with assignments and course work that's why we're Victoria's #1 university for student support*.Our Bachelor of Secondary Education will see you gain a deep knowledge of two specialist teaching areas combined with valuable classroom experience. You will graduate with the confidence to connect with young people and teach from year 7 through to VCE. You will study a double major, selecting any two of the following stream specialisations: Art Business English History Humanities Information Technology Maths Outdoor Education Physical Education Psychology Science Senior Science (Biology) Senior Science (Chemistry) You'll be ready to teach by undertaking a minimum of 80 days of supervised teaching placement with our partner schools throughout the course. Teachers are in high demand and you can teach across Australia in remote communities thriving regional centres or in our capital cities.You are required to sit the CASPer test as part of your application. We recommend booking your CASPer test in advance so your application is not delayed. View CASPer test date/times.We provide a number of pathways and options to ensure you can follow your dream of becoming a great teacher. Visit our Become a Teacher website and use our interactive study tool to find your path to a rewarding career in education.*The Good Universities Guide 2021. Please note: If students are planning to study Physical Education Curriculum, Science and/or Senior Science Curriculum, or Outdoor Education Curriculum, they will have the opportunity to attend in-person intensive days or field trips as part of their course

Bachelor of Secondary Education is a bachelor course at Federation University, Melbourne in Victoria. It is listed as 4 years of study. Published intakes include Semester 1, 2027, 2027.

Course details come from the Educircle verified catalogue, sourced from official university publications. Where a figure is not shown, the university has not published it — an Educircle counsellor confirms it with the institution before you apply.

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Administrative details

Course code
DTN5
CRICOS
106091M

You will need these when you apply. CRICOS is the code under which this course is registered for international students.

Source: Educircle verified course catalogue. University course page Last updated October 2026. Tuition is set by the university and can change.