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Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Secondary)

Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Secondary) (UCTS)

Entry requirements
Study mode
  • Online
Campus
  • -
Duration
  • 0.5 year(s) (or part-time equivalent)
Start
  • Feb, May

Overview

  • This Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Secondary) introduces the key concepts, knowledge and skills that underpin the work of a secondary school teacher.
  • It balances theoretical understandings with practical considerations enabling you to start a journey towards being ‘classroom ready’.

Further study

This certificate is an entry point to a Bachelor of Education (Secondary), which provides graduates with a qualification for teaching students from Year 7 to 12.

Entry requirements

Pre-requisites

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C) 

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

  • Admission into this short program is available to eligible Commonwealth Support applicants, who are aged 17 years or over. 

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education (IHEPP) program.

Degree structure

To complete this certificate, students must complete 4 courses.

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 4
Total 4

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for an example of courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

Fees and scholarships

Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.

Approximate annual costs1 for your study (4 units) in this degree are:

Study Mode Cost
Commonwealth supported

The Federal Government contributes to the cost of your course and you need to pay a student contribution.

AUD 2220

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2024. 

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Loan to help you pay your fees

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP.

You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.

Scholarships

At UniSQ, we offer a range of scholarships to support your success at university. Find a scholarship that works for you.

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

Intakes

You can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 2.

Study period  Application closing date Orientation  Study period start date Finish date
Trimester 1, 2025  Monday 10 February Monday 3 February  Monday 10 February  Friday 9 May
Trimester 2, 2025 Monday 26 May Monday 19 May Monday 26 May  Friday 22 August

More information on applying key dates is available.

Further information

Discover further information on applying to study at UniSQ that is relevant to you.

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How does a Secondary Teaching Certificate align with current educational standards and practices?
The Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Secondary) at UniSQ is designed to introduce key concepts, knowledge, and skills that underpin the work of a secondary school teacher. It balances theoretical understandings with practical considerations, ensuring that you start your journey towards being ‘classroom ready’. This certificate aligns with current educational standards and practices, preparing you for the realities of modern secondary education.
What are the entry requirements?

To study a secondary teaching certificate such as UniSQ’s Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching Secondary you must meet an English pre-requisite and assumed knowledge.

For further information, please view the entry requirements section of this page.

What key skills will I acquire from completing a secondary teaching certificate?

Completing the Secondary Teaching Certificate at UniSQ will equip you with:

  • an understanding of the foundational concepts in secondary education
  • skills in lesson planning and curriculum development
  • the ability to engage and motivate secondary school students
  • knowledge of current educational theories and practices
  • practical skills for classroom management and student assessment. 
Are flexible study options available?

Yes! At UniSQ you will study our secondary teaching certificate online, allowing you to balance your education with other commitments. We’ve been delivering distance education for over 40 years, so you can be sure that you are learning your degree from the online education experts.

Discover more about the ways you can study at UniSQ. 

Why UniSQ?

At UniSQ, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality Education and Teaching degrees that are both accessible and relevant. Our focus on practical learning, industry connections, and flexible study options makes us a top choice if you're seeking a career in Secondary Education. We are committed to helping our secondary teaching certificate students succeed in their chosen goals by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and support needed.

Our Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching Secondary is an ideal entry point into a Bachelor of Education (Secondary), which provides graduates with a qualification for teaching students from Year 7 to 12.