Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Teaching (Primary) is a Teacher Education Student education program, designed to meet the National Professional Standards for Teachers – professional knowledge, professional practice and professional engagement at graduate teacher level, equipping them for provisional registration as generalist teachers in primary school. The course builds on the College's established expertise in producing graduates who embody integrity, professional knowledge, and social skills, making a positive contribution to society. It develops the professional skills necessary to teach the full range of primary curriculum and trains students in how to engage with communities of practice for ongoing support throughout their careers. The Master of Teaching (Primary) provides a core of pedagogy in each of the Key Learning Areas (KLAs) and professional experience, while allowing students to explore areas of interest through an elective component. The independent action research in this program equips graduates to undertake ongoing action research in their place of employment, thus improving their own teaching skills and contributing to the field. In addition to developing skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills, the graduates will be equipped with advanced knowledge of theory in the full range of primary curriculum to equip them for classroom teaching.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

30 Cowper Street, NSW – Alphacrucis College Limited (owned and operated by provider)

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Graduates with a Bachelor degree seeking to become primary school teachers
Professionals transitioning to a teaching role in primary schools
Educators wanting to specialise in primary education
Full entry requirements available at: https://www.ac.edu.au/awards/master-teaching-primary/

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Teaching (Primary) will be equipped to teach in a variety of educational settings, including faith-based, government, and non-government schools. You will develop expertise in teaching young children, mastering subjects across the primary curriculum. Career progression opportunities include roles such as lead teacher, year coordinator, head of curriculum, and principal. Additionally, graduates may pursue further postgraduate studies, contributing to educational research and leadership.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) / AITSL

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units10 units

EDU407

Foundations of Christian Education

A foundational subject for the Master of Teaching program. It introduces the philosophical and theoretical framework for this program and provides an overview of the international and national education context with a specific focus on Australian education policy and curriculum. This subject introduces key educational philosophers and theorists and explores their influence on education with a particular focus on Christian education.

EDU408

Teaching and Learning Evidence and Practice

This subject introduces initial teacher education (ITE) students to the core components of effective teaching and learning. It explores how cognitive evidence-based theory informs teaching decisions, instructional design and assessment in relation to the classroom and the broader school context.

EDU415

Language and Literacy

This subject explores how the English language is used in personal, community, academic and professional contexts while providing insight into language use in a multicultural and plurilingual society. Students will develop an understanding of the principles and theories of language and literacy development, and a social view of language and varieties of spoken and written English.

EDU416

Early Reading (Years K-2)

This unit introduces the pedagogy of reading in the early years, including approaches to working with print-based, digital and multimodal texts. It covers various aspects of teaching reading, including the components of reading instruction, approaches to teaching and assessing reading, the social practices of reading, and a reflection on reading pedagogy.

EDU419

Mathematics and Numeracy (Years K-2)

This unit covers number and algebra, measurement and space, and statistics and probability. Students examine developmental teaching theories and the psychology of learning mathematics, and how to use these to foster flexible, critical and creative thinking.

EDU426

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives

This subject aims to empower students to implement classroom practices responsive to, and respectful of, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, identities, and perspectives. It provides an overview of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education related to policy, curriculum, and pedagogy.

EDU502

History and Geography

This subject provides an in-depth exploration of the HSIE Key Learning Areas of History and Geography and opens prospects for integration with other Learning Areas.

EDU511

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

This subject provides a comprehensive overview of key researchers in the field of child and adolescent development providing models of instruction and resources in the health and physical education arena, incorporating a Christian world view.

EDU512

Science and Technology

This subject focuses on the Key Learning Area of Science and Technology. Pre-service Teachers will explore relevant science and technology content and strategies to develop in primary students: science and technology knowledge, understandings, skills, attitudes and values.

EDU518

Learning and Teaching English in the Primary Years

This subject explores the demands of writing and creating with reference to the Australian Curriculum: English, and the NSW English K–10 Syllabus and related documents. Students design a sequence of lessons using a text-based cycle of teaching and learning.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Master of Teaching (Primary) accredited and will it allow me to register as a teacher in Australia?

Yes. AC's education awards are accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and are designed to meet the Australian Professional Standards for Graduate Teachers, recognised by AITSL (Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership). This allows graduates to apply to register as teachers across all school sectors in Australia.

How much professional experience will I complete during the course?

Professional Experience is based on a minimum number of 60 supervised teaching days in primary schools as stipulated by local registration/employing bodies. Students can complete placements in a range of local or international schools, and may also apply to study in one of AC's Teaching Model Hub partner schools, which offers an apprenticeship-style of on-the-job learning within a partner school community.

What is the Teaching School Hub model and how does it differ from regular placements?

The hub model is an apprenticeship style of 'on the job' learning where a student becomes part of a local school and has a mentor teacher. This is described as a global first initiative which flips the conventional educational structures and trains students onsite in partner schools. It complements regular practical placements, which can be completed in a range of local or international schools.

What are the fees for the Master of Teaching (Primary)?

The course costs $2,579 per subject for domestic students using FEE-HELP. Eligible students with a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) pay $592 per subject. The course consists of 16 subjects in total.

How long does the Master of Teaching (Primary) take to complete?

The course takes 2 years full time, or up to 7 years part time. The course structure is based on 4 semesters (each of 13 weeks duration), with four subjects taught in each semester. Intakes are available in February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2).

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $105,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $105,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Early Childhood TeacherPrimary School TeacherSecondary School TeacherSpecial Education TeacherTeacher Librarian

Key Skills

Lesson planning and curriculum design aligned to the Australian CurriculumDifferentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needsClassroom management and positive behaviour supportFormative and summative assessment design and analysisInclusive education practices for students with disabilities and additional needs

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