Master of Teaching (Primary)

Course Overview
About This Course
You learn to teach across the Australian Curriculum subject areas, and develop the skills to help young students learn and reach their potential while becoming an integral part of your school community.
Inclusive and culturally responsive teaching practices are developed throughout the degree, and you study in purpose-built modern learning spaces.
Practical skills are built through 520 hours of placement.
Graduates are eligible for teacher registration.
The program totals 96 units — 78 units of core courses and 18 units of work integrated learning — over two years, on campus at Magill or online, with a February intake.
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Adelaide
Mawson Lakes Boulevard, Mawson Lakes, SA 5095
Student Information
Fees & Entry by Student Type
Provider's Published Fee
Duration
Intakes
Study Mode
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
Prerequisite: None
Assumed knowledge: Assumed knowledge in the Australian Curriculum subject areas used for entry to the program is required.
SATAC code: ACM223
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirement and demonstrate they fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria. A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree or higher from a recognised higher education institution with a competitive Grade Point Average (GPA), which indicates a total of one year, full-time equivalent study that aligns with one or more Learning Areas of the Australian Curriculum.
• Essential requirements — Prior to undertaking any professional experience placement that involves contact with minors (under 18 years of age), students will be required to provide a successful Working with Children Check (WWCC) with the Department of Human Services. Information on the procedure to be followed for obtaining clearance will be provided with the letter of offer and may be viewed at the Teaching and Education Placements web page. These placements form a compulsory part of the program. A successful clearance is also required for visits to education sites in other courses, to enter any school, pre-school or childcare centre for any reason, including on placement, observation, internships or visits.
International students
Prerequisite: None
Assumed knowledge: Assumed knowledge in the Australian Curriculum subject areas used for entry to the program is required.
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum entry requirements:
• Essential requirements — Prior to undertaking any professional experience placement that involves contact with minors (under 18 years of age), students will be required to provide a successful Working with Children Check (WWCC) with the Department of Human Services. Information on the procedure to be followed for obtaining clearance will be provided with the letter of offer and may be viewed at the Teaching and Education Placements web page. These placements form a compulsory part of the program. A successful clearance is also required for visits to education sites in other courses, to enter any school, pre-school or childcare centre for any reason, including on placement, observation, internships or visits.
English language requirements (achieved within the two years before admission):
• IELTS Overall 7
• IELTS Reading 7
• IELTS Listening 7
• IELTS Speaking 7
• IELTS Writing 7
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
• Primary school teacher, Reception to Year 6, in government and non-government schools across Australia
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Teachers Registration Board of South Australia (TRB SA) / AITSL
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AITSL
Course Content
Units of Competency
Learning About Language
Mathematics Education 1
Effective Pedagogical Practices
Classroom Management and Inclusive Education
Professional Experience 1: Planning, Teaching, Assessing and Managing the Classroom Environment
Learning About Reading
Arts and Technologies Education
The Brain and Learning
Science Education
Health and Physical Education
Humanities and Social Science Education
Mathematics Education 2
Learning about Literacies and Text Production
Professional Experience 2: Inquiry into Practice
Languages Education and First Nations Knowledges
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Master of Teaching (Primary) take to complete?
The Master of Teaching (Primary) at Adelaide University has a duration of 104 weeks.
Is there a practical placement component in this course?
Yes, the course includes a work component of 14 weeks totalling 520 hours of practical experience.
How much does the Master of Teaching (Primary) cost for international students?
Adelaide University publishes an indicative annual tuition fee of AU$45,100 for international students commencing in 2027, which is AU$90,200 across the two-year program. No additional non-tuition fees are listed.
Which campuses is the Master of Teaching (Primary) available at?
The course is available at three Adelaide University campuses: the Adelaide City Campus, the Magill Campus, and the Mawson Lakes Campus.
Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?
The course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if it meets all required criteria, including being in 'Registered' status, being a Skills Level 1 qualification, having a duration of 92 weeks or greater, and having its narrow Field of Education align with the Skills Level 1 priority list. With a duration of 104 weeks and classified under Teacher Education: Primary, it meets several of these criteria, but eligibility is reviewed yearly.
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