The Master of Teaching (Primary) is a two-year postgraduate course, available both full time and part time.

The Master of Teaching (Primary) provides students with an understanding of the primary school sector, focusing on skills and abilities in literacy, numeracy, curriculum content, and information and communication technologies, which are integrated into each unit. Students are equipped with an understanding of diversity and differentiated learning strategies that foster learning for all children. Students are able to undertake a primary specialisation in either English or Mathematics.

The maximum time allowed for the completion of the Master of Teaching (Primary) is eight years. Extensions beyond this time may be approved where extenuating circumstances exist.

Students who successfully complete 8 units of the Master of Teaching (Primary) but are unable to complete the remainder of the course may exit with the Graduate Diploma in Teaching Studies. The Graduate Diploma in Teaching Studies does not satisfy the requirements for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Master of Teaching (Primary) course admission information, including the ATAR/selection rank, and student profile for the Master of Teaching (Primary) can be found here.

Teacher- Primary (P-6), Learning support teacher, Educational trainer/presenter, Curriculum writer.

COURSE DETAILS

Course Code

ED54


QTAC Code

091701


CRICOS Code

097642G


MODE

On campus, External/Online


MINIMUM SELECTION THRESHOLD (ATAR/RANK)

93.00/93

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Admission Criteria

COURSE ADMISSION CRITERIA

NON-ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR TEACHER ENTRY: NARTE

A personal teaching statement addressing suitability criteria including non-academic capabilities. For more information QTAC Teacher Entry page on the QTAC website.

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I am an applicant with:

RECENT SECONDARY EDUCATION

Applicants with recent secondary education are not eligible for admission to this course.

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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) STUDY

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are not eligible for admission to this course.

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HIGHER EDUCATION STUDY

Applicants with a Bachelor degree (other than Education) with a GPA of at least 4.0 and at least one year (full-time equivalent) of studies relevant to one or more areas of the primary school curriculum are eligible for admission to this course.  Additional admission criteria apply.

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WORK AND LIFE EXPERIENCE

Whilst some courses recognise work and life experience as alternative prior learning to an ATAR or other perquisites, unfortunately for postgraduate courses like this one, that is not possible, as the undergraduate degree entry is also used to define the teaching area.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

English language proficiency requirements apply to all domestic and overseas applicants for whom English is not their first language. The minimum English language proficiency requirements for entry to the Master of Teaching (Primary) are as follows:

EXAMINATION Minimum Requirement
IELTS (Academic) 7.5 (at least 8.0 for Listening and Speaking; at least 7.0 for reading and Writing)
ISLPR 4 (in each of the areas of Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing)
The ISLPR test will only be accepted if it has been administered by ISLPR Language Services, Mt Gravatt, Queensland.
English test results must be no more than two years old as at the commencement of the course of study.
The English language proficiency requirements as stated above will apply to all domestic and overseas applicants with the exception of those students who are admitted via the following English admission pathway: Satisfactory completion (from Canada [excluding Quebec], New Zealand, Australia, Republic of Ireland, United States or United Kingdom) of senior secondary or accredited higher education sector studies of at least two years (full-time equivalent).

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Our expert teaching staff will inspire you to think creatively, be curious and innovate.

School-based placements

School-based teaching placements create authentic learning experiences and are integral to shaping teaching practice.

The Professional Experience Program (PEP) consists of 85 days of supervised practicum undertaken in a range of schools. Placements are available in the Christian, state and Independent schooling sectors in both urban and regional settings. Students are required to hold a valid Blue Card in order to engage in PEP.

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Course Structure

The Master of Teaching (Primary) consist of 3 strands: Christian Education, Education Studies, and Curriculum, Learning and Teaching.

In planning their courses, students must consult the Education Courses Guide for information regarding course rules and requirements, including unit prerequisite requirements.

Fees & Scholarships

FEES

All courses at CHC have study costs that are determined by whether you are a domestic student or an international student, and whether you are in a fee-paying place or Commonwealth supported place.
Different payment options are available, and eligible students can access the Commonwealth government’s HELP scheme to defer the payment of their study costs.
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SCHOLARSHIPS

CHC has a number of scholarships available in particular course areas to help students who are coming to CHC as school-leavers.

The Government also provides some financial assistance to students to help the transition into study.

Further information about scholarships and government financial assistance is available below.

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CONTACT US

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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GETTING STARTED AT CHC

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