Overview

There is demand in the sector to build efficacy of graduates in the areas of diagnostic learning, special needs, pedagogical expertise and relationship skill building.

This Teaching (Primary) offered at La Trobe University course gives you the opportunity to specialise in these areas.

The pedagogical structure allows graduates to work and adapt effectively in complex contemporary learning environments.

Professional experience is based around inquiry and experiential learning with iterative skill development opportunities linking knowledge, context and experience to understanding the theoretical dimensions needed to understand practice in school and other learning contexts.

Career Outcomes

The Master of Teaching (Primary) prepare you for a range of teaching careers in:

primary schools

early childhood education

special education

community

non-traditional learning environments, including advisory boards, private organisations and local and state government.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Child Development And Family Engagement

Building Inclusive Communities Of Learners

Health And Physical Education

Professional Experience: Primary English/Literacy

Culture & Indigenous Perspectives

Primary Maths/Numeracy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National

More details

Internationals - The University assesses applications on a rolling basis which means you can apply for the next upcoming intake or available future intakes.

Language

English

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia
Albury, Australia
Bendigo, Australia

Disciplines

Teaching Early Childhood Education View 97 other Masters in Teaching 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 111393K

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
Specialisation - compulsory: In a relevant discipline area for primary teaching as per the National Program Standards and the Victorian Institute of Teaching. For a primary focus these may include; Science, Mathematics, Arts (Visual Arts/Drama/Music/Dance/Media Studies), Humanities (Geography, History), Languages, Physical Education/Health, English, IT.
All applicants will complete the CASPer test to support selection into teaching programs. CASPer is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicant's personal and professional attributes. To register for your sitting or further information about the test, visit the CASPer Test website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 7.5 with no individual band score less than 7.0 and a score of no less than 8.0 in Speaking and Listening

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

39000 AUD / year

≈ 39000 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

28000 AUD / year

≈ 28000 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students:

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) may be available.

Indicative CSP price $4,627 per 120 credit points.

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 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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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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