Fees
$2,956 per unit | FEE-HELP available
Intakes
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Oct
Units
8 units, 7 weeks each
Duration
16 months part-time
Save on your fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available for this course. That means if you’re eligible, the government will subsidise some of your fees, and you may also be able to apply to defer the balance through an Australian Government HELP loan.
Why study the online Master of Education (STEM) at UC?
Delivered in partnership with global leaders in STEM education
Champion STEM education with specialist skills gained from a course designed and delivered by the internationally renowned STEM Education Research Centre (SERC) and industry experts.
In-demand STEM education skills
Designed in line with evidence-based research methodologies and ACARA demands, gain specialist skills to champion and enrich the field of STEM education. Build upon contemporary pedagogical frameworks to foster improvements in teaching practices and directly enhance student STEM literacy and numeracy outcomes in ways no other Master of Education in Australia offers.
Research-informed practice
Be at the forefront of the education sector. Use your deepened understanding of research to inform, implement, improve and influence effective educational change that enhances teacher and student outcomes.
Course overview
The Master of Education (STEM) will build upon your own foundational STEM skills while gaining a deepened understanding of spatial thinking, STEM pedagogical frameworks and inclusion and wellbeing strategies to enhance teaching practices, student outcomes and student engagement. Units within this course are informed by evidence-based research from the STEM Education Research Centre (SERC) at the University of Canberra.
Working nationally, internationally, and across all school sectors, SERC has successfully delivered over $18.5 million worth of education projects, including work with the federal Department of Education (DoE), the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) and Samsung Australia. This proven track record in applied research ensures students gain relevant, research-informed methods to enrich their teaching practices.
What you will learn
Analyse and evaluate seminal and emerging educational theory, curriculum, technology, policy and practice.
Develop, articulate and apply integrated knowledge and skills to curriculum, policies and practices from a variety of perspectives and with a variety of audiences in mind, including equity groups.
Develop reflective, self-aware and adaptable professional practice.
Critically examine the complex challenges facing authentic educational contexts to find solutions.
Your course pathway
The Master of Education (STEM) has 4 core units and 4 specialisation units. If you need to exit the course early, you have the option to graduate with the Graduate Certificate in STEM Education.
Master of Education
8 units | 16 months*
*Dependent on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Adviser for more information.
What you will study
The Master of Education (STEM) has 4 core units and 4 specialised STEM units which will make up your specialisation.
Educational Research Foundations
Inclusion in Education
Wellbeing in Education
Professional Practice Capstone
STEM Pedagogy, Foundational Theory
STEM and Design Thinking
Spatial Thinking
STEM Practices and Learning Opportunities
Course information
Entry requirements
To be eligible for the Master of Education (STEM), applicants must have:
- Current registration as a teacher at proficient level or higher with an Australian regulatory authority/registration authority.* OR
- A three-year undergraduate degree in Education or relevant field as approved by the University of Canberra, and at least three years' FTE professional experience in education. OR
- Graduate and/or postgraduate education qualifications as approved by the University of Canberra.
*For examples of regulatory authorities in your state, download a course brochure
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Download your course brochure for more detailed information including:
- What you’ll study
- Recognition of prior learning
- Entry requirements
- Fees and FEE-HELP
Career outcomes
The online Master of Education (STEM) from the University of Canberra will have you at the forefront of the evolving field of STEM. Upon graduation, you will have the specialist tools to take your teaching practices to new heights and the skills to provide students with an optimal STEM learning experience. Future careers for graduates of the Master of Education (STEM) include, but are not limited to:
- Assistant Principal
- Curriculum Coordinator or Specialist (STEM)
- Education Assessment Specialist (STEM)
- Executive Teacher (STEM)
- Head of Department or Faculty (STEM)
Taught by the industry’s best
“The University of Canberra’s Online Master of Education and Graduate Certificate in Education courses have been designed to provide teachers with ideal practical professional development and career-building opportunities, allowing them to shape their future education/professional pathways and enhance their skills and knowledge"
Dr Beth Chapman
Program Director for Post Graduate Education
Taught by the industry’s best
“STEM and Design Thinking provides a human-centred approach to technology engagement. By understanding diverse ways to design and engage with technology; and exploring the breadth of STEM skills, educators will gain transferable skills needed to adapt to evolving technology. This empowers them to support and prepare students for future challenges."
Dr Holly Tootell
Senior Lecturer of STEM Education
Frequently asked questions
The Master of Education (STEM) has been designed in collaboration with the STEM Education Research Centre (SERC). SERC’s research-based STEM methodologies have been developed across school sectors to build contemporary pedagogical frameworks that foster improvements in teaching practices, student outcomes, and student engagement.
For example, evidence from SERC’s highly successful early years STEM program shows that children using the program improve their STEM literacy skills at a rate three times higher (x3) than children not in the program. In numeracy, children improve at a rate twice (x2) that of children not in the program. Educators have also benefited from the program, with research showing that their understanding, interest and confidence in teaching STEM content improved.
ACARA is the authoritative source for advice and delivery of national curriculum, assessment and reporting for all Australian education ministers with international recognition. The UC Postgraduate Online Master of Education (STEM) is developed to correspond with the ACARA requirements, providing students with contemporary methodologies and frameworks for modern educational contexts.
No, the Master of Education (STEM) at UC Postgraduate Online is for current education professionals looking to enhance their skills to step into the phase of their career. However, if you would like to become a teacher, we recommend contacting the University of Canberra Future Students Team to find out which course is right for you.
No. The UC Postgraduate Online Master of Education (STEM) is for qualified educators and registered teachers who can apply what they learn to their current and future roles in education. Placement is not required.
Yes. With a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the government will pay a portion of your fees and reduce the overall cost of your course. This subsidy is not a loan and you will not have to pay it back.
Each unit is seven weeks’ long. The University advises a minimum of 15 to 20 hours of online study per week. The master’s course can be completed in as little as 16 months.
Our online accelerated Master of Education (STEM) offers six intakes per year and each study period is seven weeks in total. Some study periods will coincide with school holidays, but this will not be the case for all of them. You can find the dates of all our study periods on the UC Postgraduate Online Academic Calendar.
The University of Canberra is committed to making sure you enjoy a truly flexible and inclusive online learning experience that works for you and with you – no matter who or where you are. When you enrol, you’ll have the support of a dedicated Student Success Adviser who will be with you from O-Week all the way through to graduation. They’re on hand to provide help whenever you need it, from how to plan your schedule to answering any enquiries about your course.
Master’s degrees that develop leadership, curriculum innovation, or specialist skills are highly sought after in education settings. Postgraduate qualifications focused on STEM, technology integration, and leadership are particularly relevant in schools aiming to improve student outcomes and implement modern teaching strategies.
The UC Master of Education (STEM) prepares educators to innovate and lead in STEM education, combining subject expertise with pedagogical strategies, making graduates highly employable in schools and educational programs.
Postgraduate qualifications can improve access to leadership, specialist, or curriculum roles in schools, which often have higher responsibility and commensurate compensation. Exact pay varies by state, sector, and role, but advanced degrees enhance employability and career progression.
Graduates of the UC Master of Education (STEM) gain skills in STEM education leadership and curriculum innovation, preparing them for roles such as curriculum coordinators, team leaders, or specialist educators.
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