Federation University
Master of Specialist Teaching (Literacy)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationLearn the critical contemporary skills needed to teach literacy to 21st-century students.
The Master of Specialist Teaching in Literacy focuses on the critical skills needed to teach literacy in the digital era from the perspective of educational and language sciences. 21st-century learners need to not only decode and comprehend but to also develop sophisticated processes such as critical analysis, reflection, and evaluation.
This course can be completed online/blended and is delivered part-time over 3 years.
This course teaches students to understand literacy as a social process, language as a functional tool, and how to apply this knowledge in the classroom. From a broad exploration of genre to the intricacies of grammar, phonology and phonetics, students will learn the pedagogies that support deep learning of literacy.
You will have the opportunity to undertake a professional inquiry on a project of your choice, or a minor thesis completed in the field of Literacy.
Our course allows you the option to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Specialist Teaching (Literacy).
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Master of Specialist Teaching (Literacy) will prepare you for the following roles.
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Primary School Teacher
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Secondary School Teacher
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Education Consultant
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About Federation University
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