Master of Teaching (Primary)

Masters (Coursework)

We all had that one teacher who made a difference in our life. Western prepares you to be that person. This degree offers a mix of theory and real-world experience, so you emerge as a highly sought-after primary-school teacher.

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Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

Course Code

067904F

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$28,320 per year / $56,640 total

About this course

We all had that one teacher who made a difference in our life. Western prepares you to be that person. This degree offers a mix of theory and real-world experience, so you emerge as a highly sought-after primary-school teacher. You will also graduate with the ability to thrive in careers outside the classroom, like working in policy, curriculum development, education and administration.

Study locations

Bankstown

Career pathways

Become an inspiring primary school teacher, in areas like:

Cultural and social analysis
English, language and linguistics
History and political thought
Indigenous Australian studies
International relations and Asian studies
Islamic studies

Primary School Teacher (K-6)

Primary School Teachers teach a range of subjects within a prescribed curriculum to primary school students and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

School Principal

School Principals plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the educational and administrative aspects of primary schools including physical and human resources.

Education Field Officer

Education Field Officers provide support to government funded teaching staff to support the access and participation of children with additional needs in inclusive programs. They offer consultative support, resourcing and advice to Primary School Teachers.

Curriculum Designer

Curriculum Designers are highly trained education professionals who determine the subjects, program outlines, teaching standards and instructional materials used in schools.

Training and Development

Training and Development Professionals plan, develop, implement and evaluate training and development programs to ensure management and staff acquire the skills and develop the competencies required by organisations to meet organisational objectives.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at Western Sydney University.

77.8%

Overall satisfaction

77.3%

Skill scale

60.3%

Teaching scale

77.1%

Employed full-time

$68k

Average salary

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