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This program offers specialized training for those pursuing a career in primary education (Prep to Year 6). Tailored for graduates without an education background who aspire to teach, this postgraduate pre-service teacher education can be completed intensively in 1.5 years or over 2 years of full-time study. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical teaching skills, focusing on student development, educational environments, curriculum design, and hands-on classroom experience.
Upon completing the Master of Primary Teaching, graduates qualify for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers and are equipped for teaching roles in both public and private institutions, with potential career advancement to leadership positions like department head or principal. Those seeking teacher certification in other states or countries should consult the relevant professional authorities.
Applicants will need a completed Bachelor degree (or equivalent) that does not lead to teacher registration (with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale) with significant breadth of study to address the range of teaching areas expected by employers. Applicants must also complete non-academic entry requirements to be eligible for this program. The key learning areas include- The Arts; English; Health and Physical Education; Mathematics; Science; Humanities and Social Sciences and Technology.