Course Overview

About This Course

Prepare for a career teaching 5 to 12-year-olds with the Master of Teaching (Primary) at Melbourne. Learn from world-leading experts, all of whom have experience teaching in schools. And develop your practical classroom skills through the most comprehensive teaching placement program in Victoria. You will graduate ready to identify and support the individual learning needs of every student in your classroom.

The Master of Teaching (Primary) draws on the latest in education research and practice. You will learn how to evaluate individual learning needs across all backgrounds and abilities, so you can meet every student where they're at. Support your teaching practice with skills like establishing safe environments and promoting positive behaviours, to nurture wellbeing for yourself and your students. Build a greater understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing and being, so you can develop inclusive learning activities in your classroom.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Guaranteed entry available for students with a University of Melbourne bachelor's degree, who can access early admission and a Commonwealth Supported Place (domestic students only)
Year 12 students can secure their place with a Graduate Degree Package
Access Melbourne entry scheme is available

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates can register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching to teach across all primary years, preparing them for a career teaching 5 to 12-year-olds.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) / AITSL

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What age group will I be qualified to teach after completing this course?

After completing the Master of Teaching (Primary), you will be qualified to teach 5 to 12-year-olds. You can register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching to teach across all primary years.

What does the placement program involve?

The Master of Teaching (Primary) offers the most comprehensive teaching placement program in Victoria. You will become an active member of your placement school community from semester one, with support from a school-based Mentor Teacher and a university-based Clinical Specialist.

Are Commonwealth Supported Places available for this course?

Yes, Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available. Students with a University of Melbourne bachelor's degree can access early admission and a Commonwealth Supported Place (for domestic students only).

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

The Master of Teaching (Primary) takes 2 years to complete full time, or 3 years part time, and is delivered on campus at Parkville with intake in February.

What support services are available to students in this course?

Students have access to a wide range of support through Stop 1, including course planning and academic skills advice, mentoring opportunities, global exchange and overseas study support, fees and scholarship information, visa information, wellbeing and accommodation support, and student administration assistance.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

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