Course highlights
- Informed by evidence-based research methodologies and aligned to ACARA curriculum needs
- 100% online and accelerated to fit around your life and work
- Designed and delivered with those involved in internationally renowned STEM Education Research Centre (SERC)
- Focused on STEM spatial and design thinking
- Build upon your experience and develop yourprofessional authority
- Identify and implement strategies to improve inclusion and wellbeing
- Enhance your creative problem-solving and communication skills
- Experience dedicated support at every stage
- Start anytime – intakes are open every 2 months
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.
QUICK FACTS
- 8 units | 7 weeks each
- 16 months, part-time*
- Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Oct
- $2,887.50 per unit^, FEE-HELP available
- *Dependent on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Adviser for more information. ^2025 indicative fees are listed here. Find out more on our Fees page.
The University of Canberra is an ambitious university for ambitious people.
The University takes pride in designing online courses that are practical, supported and accelerated. Our courses are truly flexible and inclusive, ensuring you are connected to an inspiring community of teachers and learners anywhere, anytime.
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UC is #5 in Australia for overall employment.2
1Good University Guide 2024 2Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023