Master of Specialist Teaching (Literacy)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Specialist Teaching (Literacy) equips qualified teachers with skills to support 21st-century learners in developing literacy through critical thinking, reflection, and evaluation. Grounded in educational and language sciences, the course explores literacy as a social process and language as a tool for learning. Students study genre, grammar, phonology and phonetics, and choose between a research thesis or a professional inquiry project.

Study mode Online
Duration 36 months
Estimated fee* $13,881 Support may be available
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Master of Specialist Teaching (Literacy) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

Course fees

Course fees vary depending on the course provider.

Estimated Fee* $13,881 per year Fees are based on full-time study.
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Career opportunities

The Master of Specialist Teaching (Literacy) will prepare you for the following roles.

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