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Gain the qualifications to teach in diverse environments across Australia or internationally with this graduate-level teaching program, designed for those holding a Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to primary education such as English, Mathematics, The Arts, Science, Humanities, Languages, or Physical Education. The Master of Teaching (Primary) is a 1.75-year full-time program (or 2.75 years part-time) that aligns with school term schedules, commencing on the first day of the academic year (note that the final year requires full-time enrollment). This program equips you with specialized knowledge, practical skills, and professional capabilities to become an effective educator. You'll develop the advanced cognitive and technical expertise needed for independent classroom practice. By combining your previous academic background with hands-on teaching experience, you'll graduate with an enhanced skill set for delivering exceptional education. Discover how Alannah, a Master's student, transformed her science undergraduate degree into a teaching specialization through postgraduate study.
Murdoch's Master of Teaching (Primary) emphasizes continuous integration between academic coursework and real-world teaching practice throughout the program. The curriculum employs a blended learning model, merging digital coursework with weekly in-person seminars. Practical assessments will help build your professional teaching portfolio. The program also provides supplementary professional development opportunities to refine skills in classroom management and specialized curriculum areas.
A recognised Bachelor's degree or higher, with at least one year of full-time equivalent study relevant to one or more of the learning areas of the Primary curriculum (i.e. English, Mathematics, the Arts, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education). Entry to the course is competitive, and requires evidence of consistent and sustained high achievement (grades of credit and above) in a relevant undergraduate bachelor degree.
English Language requirements: IELTS overall 6.0 with no band below 6.0; CAE - 169 overall with no band below 169; PTE - 50 with no band below 50; TOEFL IBT - 73 with no band less than 18; OET - OET with a minimum of C (250-290) in each of the four components.