Major overview
This major is specifically designed for qualified teachers who are interested in upskilling to become secondary science teachers.
In this major, you’ll gain science content knowledge, science inquiry skills and an understanding of the nature of science integral to the WA secondary science curriculum.
You’ll build on your existing skills as a teacher to create effective and engaging science programs for lower secondary students.
3 reasons to study Education at Murdoch University
- Our part-time or online options help you fit study into your working life.
- You’ll have dedicated Student Success Advisors to help you along your postgraduate journey.
- Be mentored by our experienced teaching professionals who are here to support you in becoming a confident, creative and flexible educator.
What you’ll learn
- Content from the three strands of the WA secondary science curriculum: Science Understanding (with a focus on Chemistry and Physics), Science Inquiry Skills, and Science as a Human Endeavour
- Effective, student-centred pedagogy in secondary science teaching
I think if you want to make change, then you need to be looking for places that enable you to show that you care. And Murdoch did that. Murdoch did that for me.
Jason Pitman, Education
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Your future career
Upon completion of this major, you’ll be qualified as a secondary school science teacher for Years 7-10.
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
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| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | No | No | Yes |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | No | No | Yes |
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Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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How to Apply
Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.
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