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 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-07 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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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.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

45792 AUD / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4627 AUD / year

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Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

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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Overview

Program highlights

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Brisbane

Funding

Scholarships Information

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