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Master of Teaching (Secondary) via Bachelor of Music Assured Pathway

ProviderThe University of Western Australia
Course code: TISCUT008UniversityStudy area: Creative ArtsData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesAugust 2026 · Crawley · WA

Course overview

Study music at UWA and join one of the world's highest-ranked performing arts programs. The Bachelor of Music allows you to work with world-class musicians to develop your skills as an emerging artist. You will have the opportunity to pursue postgraduate training in many areas, including national and international centres of music excellence, and be ready for a career in the creative arts industry.

Why study the Bachelor of Music at UWA:

  • UWA has a long history in developing world-class performers, composers and musicologists
  • Make industry connections with the leading players in Western Australia and internationally, including WASO, WA Opera, the music industry and leading performers in the classical and music technology fields
  • You'll learn from world-class teachers in your instrument and/or field
  • This highly practical degree means you'll learn performance by performing

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is teacher preparation program for university graduates who seek to begin a rewarding career in education. This course ensures you have an in-depth knowledge of the theory and the practical skills required for secondary teaching. Your subject area expertise, coupled with this sought-after teaching qualification, will see you thrive in the global knowledge society.

Why study the Master of Teaching (Secondary) at UWA:

  • Learn from world class researchers and educators.
  • Acquire practical skills and knowledge for teaching in a supportive environment.
  • Learn about contemporary and innovative approaches to education.

Course record

Career Opportunities

High school music teacher, ensemble conductor, private music teacher, school principal and more. 

Majors

In the Bachelor of Music you will take an extended major in music that provides you with a rigorous, high-quality tertiary music education and an intensive concentration in a chosen area of specialisation: performance, composition, studio teaching, musicology or creative music technology.

Streams and requirements

Performance/Musicology/Studio Teaching Streams:

  • A practical requirement equivalent to AMEB Grade 7, demonstrated by an audition
  • A strong background in music theory

Composition Stream:

  • A practical requirement equivalent to AMEB Grade 5, demonstrated by an audition
  • A strong background in music theory
  • A portfolio is also required

Creative Music Technology Stream:

  • A practical requirement equivalent to AMEB Grade 4, demonstrated by an audition
  • A background in music theory
  • A portfolio is also required 

Entry requirements

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24-26

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English requirement
IELTS 7.5 (L 8 / R 7 / W 7 / S 8)TOEFL iBT 102 (L 28 / R 24 / W 27 / S 26)PTE Academic 73-78 (L 79 / R 65 / W 65 / S 79)Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 191-199 (L 200 / R 185 / W 185 / S 200)

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Past offer reference

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Scored cases
Source countriesChina
Common pathwayBachelor background
Target levelBachelor degree
Offer fieldsBachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)
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ChinaBachelor background
Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)Bachelor degree · Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies) · Offshore
gpa 4GPA 2.76/4.02.76/4.00 · lower band · approx. top 30-35%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • CrawleyWAAugust 2026
  • CrawleyWAFebruary 2026
  • CrawleyWA