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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Teaching (Primary) (Coursework)

Course code: #EM003

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Teaching (Primary) (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $33,600 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    111393K

Highlights
Work Based Learning (WBL)

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Accelerated
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Winter-July 16-July-2023 2023-07-16
Fall-February 23-February-2024 2024-02-23
Winter-July 16-July-2024 2024-07-16
Fall-February 23-February-2025 2025-02-23

Overview

Master of Teaching (Primary)

If you're passionate about sharing your love of learning, La Trobe's Master of Teaching (Primary) will give you the tools to thrive in a rewarding teaching career.

Feel wholly prepared for your first day in the classroom. 

You'll gain the confidence and knowledge to help shape the next generation's lives through practical and evidence-based learning.

Learn the most up-to-date skills for the modern classroom. 

Understand the needs of diverse learners and gain the skills and experience to succeed in any classroom. 

You'll prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from highly experienced and dedicated teaching academics.

With extensive real-world teaching experience, you'll learn how to manage classrooms, design class plans, guide students, and create a safe and engaging learning space for your students.

LaTrobe focuses on practice-based learning, and the students learn about creating relationships from day one. 

Understand how to connect with every student individually and develop meaningful relationships with students, parents and the wider school community.

You'll enjoy a combination of online, on-campus and in-school learning, making it easier to balance study and life commitments.

You'll learn the latest evidence-based teaching techniques throughout your studies and explore innovative pedagogies and learning sciences.

Graduate ready to convert your love of learning into a rewarding career.

You'll learn the following:

  • Foundations of primary education
  • Classroom management
  • Inclusion and diversity
  • Indigenous perspectives
  • Digital learning

Selection criteria

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. 

Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)

During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice.

 Work-integrated learning opportunities

Interprofessional learning

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$44,100

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,212
Accommodation 1 bed room $10,500
Tuition 1 person $33,600

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official translations of documents in a language other than English
  • Award certificates
  • A key/guide to the grading system/s
  • Syllabus of previously-studied subjects if seeking advanced standing

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
7.5
listening
7
writing
7.5
speaking
7
reading

TOEFL

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speaking
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PTE

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Cambridge

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Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Master of Teaching (Primary) accepting IELTS test only.

English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) are designed for students who require English language training before commencing tertiary study in Australia.
English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (known as ELICOS) includes General English and English for further studies (English for Academic Purposes).

English for Further Studies Entry requirements

English LevelIELTSTOEFL (iBT)Pearson'sExit to
EFS 34.5 (minimum writing score 4.5)3430-
EFS 45.0 (minimum writing score 5.0)4036Foundation Studies/ Diploma of Business/Diploma of IT
EFS 55.5 (minimum writing score 5.5)5542Undergraduate degrees/Diploma of Health Sciences/Diploma of Bioscience/Diploma of Engineering/Diploma of Psychology
EFS 66.0 (minimum writing score 6.0)7550Postgraduate programs/Diploma of Media and Communications

Academic background and requirement

Prerequisites

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor's 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, and IT.

Selection criteria

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. 

Career opportunities

  • Primary teacher
  • Early years teacher
  • Educator
  • Tutor
  • Kindergarten teacher

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