Overview

Designed for those with an approved undergraduate degree, the Master of Teaching (Primary) allows you to qualify as a primary school teacher after four semesters of study.

The two year Master of Teaching (Primary) offered at the University of Queensland aims to develop, educate and sustain teachers who can contribute innovatively and creatively to addressing the educational challenges of social, community and technological change. It provides the skills and knowledge necessary for teaching to complement the current knowledge and skills gained in your first degree.

Your study consists of periods of on-campus lectures, tutorials and workshops. These are alternated with blocks of professional placements in schools, designed to provide the opportunity for professional development and learning for growth into your career in education. You'll graduate qualified to teach in all areas of the primary curriculum from Prep to Year 6.

Program highlights

After just four semesters of study, have the confidence to step into the classroom and ignite the minds of the next generation.

Learn from national and international award-winning lecturers who will teach you flexible and creative ways to cater for the diverse learning needs of children.

Undertake 70 days of supervised classroom experience.

Graduate from an accredited program with eligibility for teacher registration in Queensland and beyond.

Accreditation

Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Primary Professional Experience

Global Issues and Social Justice

Contemporary Theories of Development and Learning

Teaching English

Indigenous Knowledge and Education

Teaching Humanities and Social Sciences Curriculum

Primary Professional Experience

Teaching Science

Building Inclusive Primary Classrooms

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-07 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 078819A

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.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

43200 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43200 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

4627 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4627 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Brisbane

1402 - 2528 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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