Master of Teaching (Primary)
University of Wollongong
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00102E
The Master of Teaching (Primary) is for university graduates from non-teaching courses who want to become primary school teachers (Kindergarten to Year 6). This degree produces high quality teachers with an understanding of diversity in the classroom and with strong connections to school communities. You will build teaching skills through professional experience immersion programs starting within the first month and then weekly blocks throughout the degree. You will complete 60 days of professional experience (PEX), including the option to complete one PEX in a rural or remote area of NSW. Your learning will be supported by on campus tutorials, pre-recorded and in-person lectures, in school activities, forums, and online teaching. You will benefit from the expertise of local teachers and a range of workshops to develop your skills in communication, technology enhanced learning, working with parents, designing assessments, and conducting school-based research.
Structure
96 Credit points
Subjects
- Teaching primary
Standard entry requirements
- An undergraduate degree equivalent to a three-year Australian bachelor degree with a minimum credit average grade, which meets the requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for teaching in primary schools. The NESA requirements must be assessed by the School of Education before the submission of your application.
- A valid IELTS is required if the degree was not completed in English from Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States, Canada and the Republic of Ireland.
- Teaching Questionnaire meeting the non-academic selection criteria.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| UOW Bega Valley | International: $55,968 | No |
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| UOW Eurobodalla | International: $55,968 | No |
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| UOW Shoalhaven (Nowra) | International: $55,968 | No |
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| UOW Southern Highlands (Moss Vale) | International: $55,968 | No |
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| Wollongong | International: $55,968 | No |
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