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The University of Queensland (UQ)

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Master of Teaching (Primary)

  • Masters (Coursework)

Your career change starts here. Transfer your prior knowledge and expertise into a rewarding career as a primary school teacher.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
5556, 078819A
Intake Months
Feb
International Fees
$45,456 per year / $90,912 total

About this course

Designed for those with an approved undergraduate degree, the Master of Teaching (Primary) allows you to qualify as a primary school teacher after four semesters of study.

The two year program aims to develop, educate and sustain teachers who can contribute innovatively and creatively to addressing the educational challenges of social, community and technological change. It provides the skills and knowledge necessary for teaching to complement the current knowledge and skills gained in your first degree.

Your study consists of periods of on-campus lectures, tutorials and workshops. These are alternated with blocks of professional placements in schools, designed to provide the opportunity for professional development and learning for growth into your career in education. You'll graduate qualified to teach in all areas of the primary curriculum from Prep to Year 6.

This program also provides the potential to work internationally. Once registered, you can work as a primary school teacher in state or independent schools in Queensland, interstate or overseas, or undertake further study to qualify as a principal, mentor, curriculum adviser, guidance or career officer, or head of department.

Study locations

St Lucia

What you will learn

Program highlights
  • After just four semesters of study, have the confidence to step into the classroom and ignite the minds of the next generation.
  • Learn from national and international award-winning lecturers who will teach you flexible and creative ways to cater for the diverse learning needs of children.
  • Undertake 60 days of supervised classroom experience.
  • Graduate from an accredited program with eligibility for teacher registration in Queensland and beyond.

23 in the world for education

QS World University Rankings 2020

1 in Queensland for education

QS World University Rankings 2020

Career pathways

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Primary school teacher
  • Head of curriculum
  • Distance education teacher
  • Community education officer
  • Educator