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Bachelor of Arts / Master of Teaching (Secondary) Deakin University - Melbourne Burwood Campus Deakin University - Melbourne Burwood Campus, Australia

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AUD 38200

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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69

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Combine your passion for the arts with a desire to inspire the generations of tomorrow, with a Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary) at Deakin. Our school-based learning programs and professional learning placements ensure you are ready to teach today and into the future.

Fast-track your studies and graduate with two versatile degrees in just four years. The 14 arts majors on offer, including history, media studies and performing arts, complement your teaching expertise while diversifying your career options.

In both streams of study, you will be prepared for the challenges of professional life through practical learning. Deakin’s Professional Experience Program provides the perfect preview to your future role in teaching. Get a taste for what it is like to be a secondary educator and develop your skills in the real world by learning from and with experienced teachers.

In the arts stream of this combined degree you can tailor your studies around your interests, creating unique combinations of majors and minors. While studying your undergraduate degree, you will also be building your foundation knowledge that will take you into your postgraduate studies. Choose from relevant arts disciplines that will form your teaching specialisations, including:

  • English
  • History
  • Languages other than English (LOTE)
  • Media studies
  • Performing arts
  • Studies of society and environment (Humanities)
  • Vsual arts and photography

Deakin's Professional Experience Program is a key part of your postgraduate course, ensuring you have the practical skills needed from day one of your teaching career. Working with more than 1400 schools across Australia, we will arrange at least 60-days of placements for you in schools where you will learn from experienced teachers. You will also have access to specialised teaching spaces on campus to prepare for teaching.

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Additional Information

Program Level Integrated Course

College/University Processing Time 3 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Mar 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate

    6 IELTS Score
    69 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    38200

    Tuition Fee
    (AUD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (AUD)

    29710 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s Meritorious 100% Scholarship 2026 (India)

    The Vice-Chancellor’s Meritorious 100% Scholarship Program 2026 is an initiative of Deakin University to reward students with meritorious academic backgrounds and excellent co-curricular achievements.


    The 100% scholarships are available for:

    • Indian citizens currently living in India with a valid Indian passport during the application period.
    • Offered for the entire duration of undergraduate or postgraduate programs.
    • Geared towards individuals who aspire to contribute to their communities.


    Academic eligibility criteria

    • 85% overall in Year 12 scores of CBSE/ICSE/State Board; OR
    • 10 overall in the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)/A Level; OR
    • 32 overall in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP); OR
    • 80% overall in an undergraduate degree.


    Scholarships and Bursaries

    Deakin University offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to assist students from India in supporting their tuition fees for onshore studies in Australia.
    These are based on academic merit as outlined in the table below and are offered on the total indicative tuition fee stated in the offer letter. The scholarships and bursaries are applicable for the entire duration of the course.

    SCHOLARSHIPS/BURSARIES  BOARD/DEGREE/LEVEL ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
    20% Bursary (Deakin India Bursary) UG COURSES PG COURSES
    CBSE / ICSE / State Board 70 to 79.9%  
    GCSE / A Level 8 to 9.9  
    IB Diploma 27 to 31.9  
    Bachelor's Degree   60 to 74.9 %
    25% Scholarship (Deakin India Merit Scholarship) CBSE / ICSE / State Board 80% & above  
    GCSE / A Level 10 & above  
    IB Diploma 32 & above  
    Bachelor's Degree   75% & above

    This scholarship is conditional on acceptance of terms and conditions, which will be specified in the acceptance form


    Key Information

    • Scholarships and bursaries are available for all intakes and across all Deakin University campuses in Australia.
    • Open to students applying for any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program.


    Students need to share the following documents while nominating a student for the Vice Chancellor Scholarship:

    • Video SOP 
    • All Extra Curricular activities certificates from the last 4 years 
    • Two Letters of Recommendations
    • Statement of Purpose
    • Resume (If Applicable)
    • Cover Letter
       



    Deakin College Foundation Pathway Scholarship

    Students who complete the Deakin College Foundation program and enroll directly into a Deakin University degree will be eligible for the new Deakin College Foundation Pathway Scholarship.

    Important dates Benefits
    Commencing T1 2025 until December 2027 10% off the bachelor's degree tuition fees if the graduating Foundation student achieves a grade between 60% and 65%
    15% off the bachelor's degree tuition fees if the graduating Foundation student achieves a grade of 65%+
    Eligibility criteria
    The bursary is open to all international students. The bursary can not be held in conjunction with any other Deakin scholarship.

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