Master of Teaching (Primary)
An accelerated, site-based master's programme designed to prepare graduates for a career in primary education.
Best for:Aspiring primary school teachers seeking a practice-oriented, accelerated postgraduate qualification.
Overview
The Master of Teaching (Primary) at UNSW Sydney is an intensive, two-year equivalent programme that integrates theoretical study with extensive classroom practice. Developed in collaboration with the NSW Department of Education and local school networks, the curriculum focuses on core education courses and discipline-specific pedagogies across the six key primary subject areas. Students gain significant hands-on experience through a minimum of 65 days of supervised professional placement, including roles as teaching assistants. The programme is designed to ensure graduates are classroom-ready and equipped with the practical skills required for professional teaching.
What you'll do
- Complete core education courses and discipline-specific curriculum studies.
- Participate in a minimum of 65 days of supervised professional experience in primary school settings.
- Engage in site-based learning for two days per week during the first year of the programme.
- Perform duties as a teaching assistant within a local school community.
- Complete a graduate teacher performance assessment to demonstrate professional readiness.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Degree offered: Master of Teaching (Primary)
Language: English proficiency meeting university standards for postgraduate coursework.
Instruction: English
- Academic eligibility for postgraduate study at UNSW
- Commitment to primary school teaching
- Ability to engage in site-based professional placements
- Must meet standard university postgraduate admission requirements
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Applications are submitted through the official UNSW Sydney postgraduate portal. Prospective students should review the specific entry requirements and application deadlines on the university website.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency
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