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University of Newcastle

  • 16% international / 84% domestic

Master of Teaching (Primary Studies)

  • Masters (Coursework)

If you are searching for a challenging and rewarding career that will utilise your communication and leadership skills to shape the future of children, then the Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) is for you.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
40227, 102959G
Study Mode
In person
International Fees
$35,920 per year / $71,840 total

About this course

If you are searching for a challenging and rewarding career that will utilise your communication and leadership skills to shape the future of children, then the Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) is for you.

Using your existing degree as a foundation, the Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) offers you a highly regarded advanced teaching degree which will allow you take your new skills and apply them in your home country.

Our program incorporates Quality Teaching, the NSW model of pedagogy which was developed and refined by researchers at the University of Newcastle. The courses you will study will develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions you will need for a successful career in teaching. You will also undertake placements, with the final placement completed in your home country.

If you are from a country that requires an accredited teaching degree, then we encourage you to confirm this program fulfils the requirements before applying.

Study locations

Newcastle - Callaghan

What you will learn

The University of Newcastle's Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) will see you complete 150 units of core courses and 10 units of electives. The core courses place focus on the following key learning areas:

  • English;
  • Mathematics;
  • Creative and Performing Arts;
  • Science and Technology;
  • Physical Development, Health and Physical Education; and
  • Human Society and its Environment

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Career pathways

At the completion of your Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) degree you will be equipped with the appropriate theoretical and practical skills and knowledge to flourish as a successful primary school teacher. You will enter the education system in your home country as a capable and professional individual with a well-developed sense of professional ethics.

You will be prepared to begin your career teaching students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and have the opportunity to embark on some of the following career pathways:

  • Classroom Teacher;
  • School Executive and Principal;
  • Home School Liaison Officer;
  • School Counsellor;
  • Teacher Librarian; and
  • Learning Assistance Support Teacher.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at University of Newcastle.
92.2%
Overall satisfaction
87.7%
Skill scale
82.2%
Teaching scale
88.6%
Employed full-time
$89.2k
Average salary