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University of Canberra

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Master of Education

  • Masters (Coursework)

Make a real impact through Leadership or STEM Strengthen your professional identity as an educator and increase your impact on student learning, wellbeing...

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Domestic Fees
$2,825 per year

About this course

Make a real impact through Leadership or STEM
Strengthen your professional identity as an educator and increase your impact on student learning, wellbeing and achievement with a Master of Education. Delivered 100% online, you can balance your full-time work while developing your professionalism as a teacher with the opportunity for your studies to go towards continuing professional development (CPD) or mandatory training hours. With intakes every two months, you can study from anywhere in Australia while receiving dedicated support from your Student Success Adviser as you study one unit at a time, online & accelerated, instantly adding value to your career and organisation. Tailor your study to your career goals with the choice of a specialisation; STEM or Leadership.
Choose to specialise in STEM and shift the focus of learning from content coverage to a new in-depth understanding of relational ideas and inclusive environments. Designed by the internationally renowned STEM Education Resource Centre and industry experts, a STEM specialisation will see you supported and led by leaders in the field.
With a specialisation in leadership, you could see your expertise making a real difference in leading initiatives in schools and systems. Designed by experienced experts in the field, this specialisation has a focus on the practicality of successfully leading teaching and learning in a school.
Whether you are a teacher in primary, secondary or tertiary education or work in educational authorities, the Master of Education will enhance your credibility as an educator and give you the confidence, skills and professional toolkit to stay at the forefront of modern education.
Study a Master of Education at UC and you will:
  • Learn to analyse and evaluate education theory, policy and curriculum.
  • Apply your knowledge and skills to the curriculum, policies and practices ensuring a balance of perspectives.
  • Enhance your credibility as an educator.
  • Use self-reflection and be adaptable in a professional workplace.
  • Find solutions to complex challenges within an education context.
  • Understand how learning, teaching and curriculum intersect and articulate strategic initiatives.

Career opportunities
  • Curriculum Coordinator or Specialist
  • Deputy Principal
  • Early Childhood Director
  • Education Assessment Specialist
  • Executive Principal
  • Executive Teacher
  • Head of Department or Faculty
  • Instructional Leader
  • Principal
  • School Leader
  • School Policy Adviser or
  • Developer
  • Student Well-being Manager
  • Year Adviser

Course-specific information
If you decide the full Masters isn't for you, you can exit with a Graduate Certificate in STEM Education or a Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership.

100% Online

Enrol in the Masters of Education Online and enhance your professional authority as a modern educator. Our program provides the opportunity for you to pursue a generalist degree or specialise in educational leadership or STEM, allowing you to align your studies with your career goals. With the Master of Education, you will gain a toolkit to respond to contemporary challenges and skills to empower positive growth in staff and students.

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Entry requirements

Current registration as a teacher at proficient level or higher with an Australian regulatory authority/registration authority (e.g. TQI, NESA) OR A three-year undergraduate degree in Education or relevant field as approved by the University of Canberra, and at least three years' FTE professional experience in education OR Graduate/Post-Graduate education qualifications as approved by the University of Canberra.

Assumed knowledge

This course is intended for practising teachers, school leaders and other professionals working in fields of education. While there is no specific assumed knowledge required, a familiarity with Australian educational contexts (including schooling contexts) is assumed.

Periods course is open for new admissions
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Domestic International
2024 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 1 15 January 2024
2024 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 2 11 March 2024
2024 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 3 06 May 2024
2024 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 4 01 July 2024
2024 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 5 26 August 2024
2024 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 6 21 October 2024
2025 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 1 20 January 2025
2025 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 2 17 March 2025
2025 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 3 12 May 2025
2025 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 4 07 July 2025
2025 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 5 01 September 2025
2025 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 6 27 October 2025
2026 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 1 19 January 2026
2026 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 2 16 March 2026
2026 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 3 11 May 2026
2026 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 4 06 July 2026
2026 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 5 31 August 2026
2026 UC - Canberra, Online Study Block 6 26 October 2026
Credit arrangements

A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:

University Of Canberra

Graduate Certificate in Education (31104)
Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership (31096)
Graduate Certificate in STEM Education (31068)

Study locations

Canberra

Online

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at University of Canberra.
71.9%
Overall satisfaction
74.7%
Skill scale
70.3%
Teaching scale
89%
Employed full-time
$74k
Average salary