Master of Teaching (Primary)
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Follow your passion for teaching and inspire inquisitive minds with the Master of Teaching (Primary).
- Designed for those with an approved undergraduate degree, you can qualify as a primary school teacher in just 18 months of intensive study (equivalent to four semesters).
- Benefit from a structure that combines the latest educational research with practical school based learning, ensuring you are job ready.
- Complete 60 days of supervised practicum supported by an expert team of university facilitators, who liaise, visit and observe practice for pre-service teachers and school-based mentors.
- Graduate from an accredited program with eligibility for teacher registration in Queensland. This program also provides the potential to work internationally.
Encourage curiosity and make an impact on future generations.
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Teaching staff
Learn from the best
UQ's School of Education has been training teachers for nearly 70 years. You will be taught by national and international award-winning lecturers and will be thoroughly prepared for a career in education through access to the latest innovations in teaching research.
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Fast Facts
Global standing
UQ was ranked 14th in the world in the 2017 QS World University Rankings by Subject for Education. UQ is also ranked as the joint best school for education research in Australia (ERA Outcomes 2015)
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Professional membership
Accreditation and professional membership
This program is accredited by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (completing this degree may not result in automatic accreditation for graduates – please contact the relevant association for details). Graduates may be eligible for membership with the Queensland College of Teachers.
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Alumni
As a new teacher, this proved to be a challenging role. But I felt well prepared thanks to the excellent tutors and lecturers at UQ. The Master of Teaching program provided me with a comprehensive overview of the skill set required by a primary school teacher. Whether I was teaching fractions or functional grammar or implementing a digital technologies program, I would find myself drawing on the experience and advice of my lecturers. Tim Mullaly, Master of Teaching (Primary) (2016)
Career outcomes
Graduates are eligible to register with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT), as well as other authorities, to teach in schools around Australia, and some worldwide.
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, or a guidance or career officer or head of department.
Summary
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Program code5556
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Faculty
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Duration2 Years full-time
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CommencingSemester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
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Program levelPostgraduate Coursework
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Units32
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Delivery locationSt Lucia
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AQFLevel 9
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CRICOS code078819A
Admissions criteria
Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree, in a different discipline, with a minimum GPA 4.5 from an approved tertiary institution which includes the equivalent of at least one full year of study in areas relevant to one or more learning areas of the primary school curriculum in Australian schools. Students will be required to submit a statement addressing non-academic criteria. ELP - overall IELTS proficiency level of 7.5, with no score below 7 in any of the four skill areas, and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening.
English Proficiency
IELTS score of 7.5 overall; speaking 8; listening 8, reading 7, writing 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ, view the English proficiency policy.
Visa requirements
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Teaching (Primary) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa.
The Australian Government has simplified the visa application process. Now, all international students apply for the Student Visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted. Find out more about the visa application process.
Program structure
The courses offered in the Master of Teaching (Primary) are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#).
CoursesThe Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Master of Teaching (Primary). These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.
Program RulesTo have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.
Practicals, placements and internships
Students undertaking the Master of Teaching (Primary) must complete 60 days of professional experience throughout the program.
Every effort is made to place students within a reasonable distance of their home but you can be expected to travel up to 90 minutes one-way due to public transport connections and incur costs associated with travel and possible lost income. Students are generally placed in Brisbane and the southeast corner of Queensland (including the Gold and Sunshine Coasts) and are also encouraged to consider a rural placement.
Students must have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing practicum, and should apply for one through The School of Education three months before their first professional experience. The Student Handbook for the Master of Teaching (Primary) program provides additional information about professional experience requirements and is available from the School of Education.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Queensland College of Teachers
Accreditation body
The Master of Teaching (Primary) is accredited by:
- Australian Institute For Teaching And School Leadership
Professional registration
Graduates may be eligible for registration with the following professional bodies:
- Queensland College Of Teachers
Please contact the relevant professional body for details about registration. Completion of the Master of Teaching (Primary) may not result in automatic registration for graduates.
Programs and Courses
If you're a current student who has already commenced study at UQ, refer to Programs and Courses in my.UQ for full information about your program structure, rules and requirements.
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
Find out more about financial aid, including scholarships and financial aid programs.
Indicative annual fee
The "indicative annual fee" is the cost of enrolling in the Master of Teaching (Primary) for the 2018 academic year. It is calculated based on an intensive full-time study load.
If you do not enrol in the intensive study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis.
All fees are reviewed annually.
Visit Tuition fees for more information.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- From 2017, commencing students are required to successfully meet the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) standards prior to graduation.
- UQ committed to fund test costs to the end of 2018. From 1 January 2019 this is no longer available and students must cover this cost. The 2018 fee was $185 ($92.50 per test). ACER lists current fees.
- Please contact the School of Education for further details (education@.uq.edu.au) or visit the School of Education office.
- For more information on the test, including sample tests and registration information, please visit the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) website https://teacheredtest.acer.edu.au/
Scholarships
International students are eligible to apply for a number of scholarships and prizes. These may be offered by the University, the Australian Government, foreign governments, or private organisations.
Many scholarships have specific eligibility criteria and are very competitive. More information, including information about how to apply, is available on the Scholarships website.
Applying online
All international student applications for the Master of Teaching (Primary) can be lodged directly to UQ using our online application form or through an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Master of Teaching (Primary) is 5556. You'll need this when applying.Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study.
Apply nowAdditional application information
From 2017, commencing students are required to successfully meet the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) standards prior to graduation. Current students (enrolled prior to 2017) are also strongly encouraged to meet the LANTITE test prior to graduation as you may be asked for evidence of this when seeking employment. The University has committed to pay for students to undertake the test for the period 2016 to 2018 inclusive. For more information on this Government initiative please visit the Students First website for more information on the test, including sample tests and registration information, please visit the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) website.
Please refer to the School of Education Website for further information on entry requirements and becoming a teacher.
Important dates
There are a number of dates and deadlines you need to meet when applying for postgraduate study.
The closing date for the Master of Teaching (Primary) is:
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
A full list of dates relevant to UQ students is available on the Student Matters Calendar.
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