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University of Canberra

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Master of Primary Teaching

  • Masters (Coursework)

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Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
EDM001.1, 097656B

About this course

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Study locations

Canberra

What you will learn

  • develop a high level of theoretical, practical, cultural and ethical teaching methods
  • be able to implement teaching strategies designed to improve individual and collective knowledge
  • gain a comprehensive understanding of teaching principles from Australian and International perspectives
  • possess a deeper appreciation of Indigenous learning, development, and understanding
  • complete 60 days of professional teaching experience
  • have access to an extensive network of industry mentors and contacts
  • be officially acknowledged as holding a Master of Primary Teaching degree that's accredited by the Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) and recognised right around the world.

Career pathways

The UC Master of Primary Teaching course is an internationally recognised qualification that will enable graduates to pursue a wide range of employment opportunities across Australia and the world, including:
  • primary school teacher
  • principal
  • relief teacher
  • adult educator
  • children's author
  • curriculum adviser
  • flexible learning developer
  • professional trainer, coach or tutor
  • life coach or development executive
  • international school teacher
  • lecturer
  • education entrepreneur
  • foreign aid worker/educator
  • academia, including pedagogy researcher
  • policy design and implementation.

Credit for prior study or work

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

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