Overview

If you already hold a bachelor degree in a relevant field other than education, The Master of Teaching Early Childhood program at Charles Darwin University will enable you to become a teacher in two years.

Quick Facts:

Study either online or on campus, part-time or full-time, with additional flexibility to switch between study modes. On graduating, you will be eligible to register as a teacher in early learning settings and primary schools in all states and territories in Australia.
Graduate ready to plan and deliver engaging experiences appropriate to diverse learners and contexts and be prepared for new and challenging educator roles.
Relevant fields of previous study include art, music, technologies, English, health and physical education, mathematics, science or humanities and social sciences (e.g. history and geography).

Why study education at CDU?

Educate and inspire the next generation with a teaching degree at CDU. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to enter the classroom with confidence, equipped with a nationally-accredited degree to work anywhere in Australia.

Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
Complete placements close to home
Unique opportunities for regional and remote placements

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Development and Play Pedagogies
Curriculum Studies and Programming

Assessment for Learning and Curricula

Early Years Language, Literacy and English
Mathematics with Young Children

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-12 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-11-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-09 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Darwin, Australia

Disciplines

Teaching Early Childhood Education Primary Education View 24 other Masters in Early Childhood Education in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 110624H

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification with at least one-year equivalent full-time study in an area relevant to primary curriculum, such as art, music, technologies, English, health and physical education, mathematics, science or humanities and social sciences (e.g. history and geography).

Applicants must complete the Teaching Capabilities Statement used to demonstrate suitability for study and work in the teaching profession.

International entry pathway

Applicants who have completed the CDU International Masters Qualifying Program (ZMQP01 or ZMQP02), the Accelerated International Masters Qualifying Program (ZAMQP1 or ZAMQP2) or the International Masters Preparation Program (ZMPP01 or ZMPP02) are eligible for entry.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32760 AUD / year

≈ 32760 AUD / year

Additional Details

Non-Commonwealth supported places

Living costs

Darwin

Australia

1493 - 2530 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Darwin

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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