Graduate Certificate in Physics for Science Teachers

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Physics for Science Teachers equips qualified science and mathematics teachers with the knowledge and skills to confidently teach physics at the high school level. Delivered online by a leading science faculty, the program covers general physics and specialized branches, including mechanics, electromagnetism, thermal physics, and modern physics. The courses are designed to be taken sequentially, providing a comprehensive understanding of physics for effective teaching.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Certificate in Physics for Science Teachers is designed for qualified science and mathematics teachers seeking a qualification to teach physics. The online courses can be taken during the teaching term. Delivered by one of Australia's leading science faculties, the degree will cover a general introduction to physics and disciplinary branches enabling you to confidently teach physics.

Outline:

• This graduate certificate will teach qualified teachers the relevant course content to become confident in presenting physics to high school students.
• The first course is an introductory, entirely online unit that will serve as a general introduction to physics.
• The remaining three courses focus on giving school teachers a more in-depth understanding of some of the different branches of physics: mechanics, electromagnetism, thermal physics and modern physics.

Careers:

Secondary School Teacher