Overview

The Religious Education (Coursework) program from The University of Notre Dame Australia is designed to provide you with the maximum flexibility to choose subjects that interest you. In addition to the four core Religious Education and Theology courses, you are free to choose four electives from these disciplines. The range of available courses is extensive so please consult the School of Education for further information.

Flexible, well-structured and contemporary in its focus, this Master of Religious Education program appeals to experienced teachers who wish to gain a solid theological and educational grounding to become religious educators and school leaders.

The degree, which consists of eight courses, can be completed in one year of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study. Classes are available in a mix of modes: Intensive (during school holidays), Semi-intensive (four Saturdays over a semester) and online. The study can be done entirely in external/online mode if this is more suitable.

Career opportunities:

With a Master of Religious Education, your career options include teaching religious studies in Australia as a Primary or Secondary School teacher in Catholic, Independent and Government schools, depending on your teaching qualification.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Critical Issues in Critical Issues in Catholic Schooling

Critical Issues in Religious Education

Christology

Foundations of Moral Theology: Church and Sacraments

Four Theology or Education Electives

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00

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Postgraduate Programs Open year-round.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

84

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

200 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Fremantle, Australia

Disciplines

Education Theology and Religious Studies View 22 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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84

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 01032F
Be eligible for teacher registration in Australia; and either

Successfully complete the University of Notre Dame Australia Graduate Certificate of Religious Education or equivalent; or

Have at least two years of full-time professional experience in either a primary or secondary school setting.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36401 AUD / year

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Additional Details

Domestic Students: Commonwealth Supported Places.

Living costs

Fremantle

Australia

1700 - 2700 AUD / month

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