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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
2 years full-time; 4 years part-time
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Location
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Course abbreviation
MTeach
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Course code
1209001
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Credit points
192
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Equivalent units
16
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Indicative Fee
Overview
Our two-year (or 18 months if fast tracked*) Master of Teaching program qualifies you to be a teacher in Australia, and many countries overseas. Teaching is a career in which you can make a positive and life-long impact on the lives of children and young people.
You can choose to specialise in early childhood education, primary education, or secondary education.
As well as undertaking an education research project, this course includes professional experience learning via placement in early childhood education settings, schools, and/or community sites for a total of 480 hours. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed in Faculty of Education Professional Experience Requirements, must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning days must be completed, and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
All primary and secondary students across Australia need to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) prior to undertaking the second professional experience placement.
Undertaking full-time study may be required from January to December (6 teaching terms) depending on your program of study.
Applicants for the Master of Teaching Primary or Secondary specialisations must complete an online questionnaire, including two 500-word written statements about your motivation and suitability for teaching and your involvement in learning and leadership activities. See education non-academic requirements for further information.
Please note, each teaching area requires the completion of previous studies related to that area. If you have not already completed these studies, you may be required to complete additional units as part of your degree.
*depending on course and specialisation pathway and term commencement.
| Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Demonstrate an advanced ability to research, synthesise and evaluate ideas and theories to transform and disrupt thinking in educational practice Demonstrate knowledge of research principles, theories and methods related to the field of education and teaching practice. Exercise critical analysis, problem solving and research based decision-making in educational practice. Demonstrate application of advanced knowledge and understanding of diverse ways of knowing and learning in educational contexts to inform connected and compassionate ways of teaching. |
GA2: Creativity Demonstrate cognitive and technical skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise knowledge for innovative and creative responses to local and global challenges in an educational setting. |
GA3: Ethical practice Demonstrate a knowledge of social responsibility, ethics and legal principles consistent with what is expected of an education professional working in a learning community and with students, parents and carers. Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to legislative requirements and codes of conduct relevant to professional practice. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Demonstrate disciplinary, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary understandings in relation to curriculum content and frameworks. Demonstrate a research based understanding of pedagogical principles for effective assessment practices and supportive learning environments. |
GA5: Lifelong learning Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development through self-directed learning and reflective practice. |
GA6: Communication and social skills Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills by interpreting and transmitting knowledge, in professional educational settings. |
GA7: Cultural competence Apply and integrate an understanding of social, indigenous and cultural diversity, and respect for the identity of all persons, in local and international contexts. Demonstrate proactive and inclusive strategies for diverse groups of learners. Demonstrate a broad knowledge and understanding of the impacts of culture, cultural identity and linguistic background on the education of the students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds. |
Early Childhood Specialisation: you will complete 60 days (480 hours) of professional placement during this course in two environments - a preschool setting and an infant and toddler setting.
Primary/Secondary Specialisation: you will complete a program of 60 days (480 hours) professional experience in school during the course, which enables you to put theory into practice as you observe and reflect on classroom dynamics.
Professional experience provides opportunities for you to become acquainted with the formal and informal aspects of what occurs in classrooms and schools or early childhood settings and to demonstrate your independent and professional capabilities as teachers.
Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, including a Working with Children Check, must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
You will choose either an Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary specialisation and complete two research units that focus on a contemporary research problem in education that is significant to your field of teacher training.
The Early Childhood specialisation qualifies you to become an early childhood teacher (six-weeks to five-years-old).
The Primary specialisation qualifies you to teach kindergarten to Year 6 children. To see what you need to have studied for a primary key learning area please see Master of Teaching Previous Studies Subject Guide.
The Secondary specialisation qualifies you to become a secondary school teacher. To see what you need to have studied for a secondary teaching subject, please see Master of Teaching Previous Studies Subject Guide. Depending on your previous study, you may need to complete additional units, some of which may only be available on campus.
All core education units can be studied on campus or online (some online units require attendance at on-campus workshops).
Note: International EAP3 students can progress to a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood specialisation) with an equivalent of IELTS 7.0.
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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| Gold Coast | Term 1 , Term 3 , Term 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Online | Term 1 , Term 3 , Term 5 | N/A | N/A |
Career Outcomes
The Master of Teaching is accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), and approved by the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) for Primary and the Secondary initial teacher education in accordance with the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership.
The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is accredited by the Australian Children's Education and Care Authority (ACECQA).
Usually, Australian teacher qualifications are recognised internationally, however, students are advised to check with potential employers and teacher registration authorities in other countries regarding overseas accreditation requirements.
Primary and Secondary Initial Teacher Education students across Australia need to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE). Early Childhood Initial Teacher Education students do not have to do the LANTITE.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Master of Teaching students must complete the equivalent of 16 units (192 credit points), comprising:
- 1 Specialisation (192 credit points) in Primary or Early Childhood or Secondary and
- 3 Professional Experience units (0 credit points) or
- 2 Professional Experience units (0 credit points) with the Early Childhood Specialisation
and Primary and Secondary Specialisations must also meet:
- Both components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as required by the Federal Government.
- The English language proficiency requirements for teacher registration in Australia.
Permission to undertake a professional experience placement requires meeting all academic and non-academic requirements as stipulated by the University and relevant accreditation bodies.
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Education (Early Childhood) after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points) in the Early Childhood Specialisation.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood) after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points) in the Early Childhood Specialisation comprising 8 coursework units and 2 professional placement units.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma of Educational Studies after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points) in the Primary or Secondary Specialisation.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Master of Educational Studies after completing the equivalent of 16 units (192 credit points) in the Primary or Secondary Specialisation.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access and Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Notes | ||||||||||||||||||||
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First Year |
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| TCHR3001 | Early Childhood Matters |
Term1,4
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| TCHR5003 | Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education |
Term1,5
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| TCHR6008 | Professional Experience: Early Childhood I |
Dual Term2
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| TCHR5010 | Theory to Practice: Competency and Capability of Preschoolers |
Term2
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| TCHR2002 | Children, Families and Communities |
Term3,5
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| TCHR2003 | Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood |
Term1,3,4
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| TCHR5001 | Play and Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education |
Term4
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| TCHR3004 | Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood |
Term4,5
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| TCHR5009 | Theory to practice: Education and Care for Infants and Toddlers |
Term3,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| TCHR6011 | Professional Experience: Early Childhood II |
Dual Term3,4
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Second Year |
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| EDUC5013 | Inclusive and Special Education: The Responsive Teacher |
Term1,3
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| TCHR6007 | Creative Arts for Early Childhood Education |
Term2
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| TCHR6006 | Health, Wellbeing and the Environment in Early Childhood Education |
Term2
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| EDUC6018 | Teachers as Researchers I |
Term3
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| EDUC5001 | Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner |
Term3,5
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| EDUC6019 | Teachers as Researchers II |
Term4
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| EDUC6009 | Education and Indigenous Australians: Ways of Knowing and Being |
Term1,5
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| EDUC3024 | Education and the Environment: More than Human |
Summer Term
Term5
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Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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First Year |
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| EDUC5012 | Education and Practice: Ways of Teaching and Learning |
Term1,3
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| EDUC2014 | Mathematics Education: Curriculum and Pedagogy I |
Term1,3
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| EDUC2011 | Creative Arts Education: Curriculum and Pedagogy |
Term2,4
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| EDUC2012 | English Education: Curriculum and Pedagogy I |
Term2,4
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| TCHR5005 | Professional Experience I - Primary |
Dual Term2,3
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| EDUC3013 | Science and Technology Education: Curriculum and Pedagogy |
Term3,5
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| EDUC5001 | Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner |
Term3,5
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| TCHR5006 | Professional Experience II - Primary |
Dual Term2,3
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| ENGL1004 | English: Literature, Language and Literacy |
Term2,5
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| EDUC2013 | Human Society and its Environments: Curriculum and Pedagogy |
Term1,5
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Second Year |
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| EDUC5011 | Education and ICT: Digital Disruptions |
Summer Term
Term2
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| EDUC2015 | Personal Development, Health and Physical Education: Curriculum and Pedagogy |
Summer Term
Term4
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| EDUC6017 | Education for Impact: Into and Beyond the Profession |
Term1
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| EDUC6009 | Education and Indigenous Australians: Ways of Knowing and Being |
Term1,5
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| TCHR6009 | Professional Experience III - Primary |
Dual Term2
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0 | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| EDUC6018 | Teachers as Researchers I |
Term3
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| EDUC5013 | Inclusive and Special Education: The Responsive Teacher |
Term1,3
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| EDUC5003 | Teaching and Learning Literacy and Numeracy in Context |
Term2,4
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| EDUC6019 | Teachers as Researchers II |
Term4
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Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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First Year |
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| EDUC5012 | Education and Practice: Ways of Teaching and Learning |
Term1,3
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| TCHR5007 | Professional Experience I - Secondary |
Dual Term2,3
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0 | Note 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| EDUC5003 | Teaching and Learning Literacy and Numeracy in Context |
Term2,4
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| EDUC5011 | Education and ICT: Digital Disruptions |
Summer Term
Term2
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| EDUC1006 | Interdisciplinary Studies: Crossing the Line |
Summer Term
Term1,3
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| EDUC6009 | Education and Indigenous Australians: Ways of Knowing and Being |
Term1,5
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| EDUC3032 | Classroom Management |
Term2,4
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| TCHR5008 | Professional Experience II - Secondary |
Dual Term2,3
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Second Year |
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| EDUC5013 | Inclusive and Special Education: The Responsive Teacher |
Term1,3
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| EDUC6017 | Education for Impact: Into and Beyond the Profession |
Term1
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| TCHR6010 | Professional Experience III - Secondary |
Dual Term2
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| EDUC6018 | Teachers as Researchers I |
Term3
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| EDUC5001 | Education and Change: The Lifelong Learner |
Term3,5
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| EDUC6019 | Teachers as Researchers II |
Term4
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| EDUC3024 | Education and the Environment: More than Human |
Summer Term
Term5
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| EDUC3014 - Advanced Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy II OR Elective | Note 2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 1:
This unit involves a professional experience placement.
Note 2:
Enrolment in additional secondary curriculum pedagogy units requires Course Coordinator approval.
Note 3:
Students must complete the specialisation approved upon admission.
Note 4:
Students undertaking two teaching areas in Science, HSIE or Technology and Applied Sciences undertake these units for the second teaching area, as approved by the Course Coordinator.
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