Program Overview
The Teaching (Primary) at Victoria University is a Master programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Teaching (Primary) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: AUD 10,300 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Teaching (Primary) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Epistemologies of Practice
- Language and Literacy in the Primary Years 1
- Teaching and Learning Primary Mathematics 1
- Science in Primary Education
- Curriculum and Multi-modal Learning
- Primary Health and Physical Education
- Humanities in Primary Education
- The Arts and Design in Primary Education
- Education Research Design and Methods
- Indigenous Perspectives and Standpoints in Education
- Language and Literacy in the Primary Years 2
- Entering the Profession and Becoming Critical
- Teaching and Learning Primary Mathematics 2
- Primary Curriculum Specialisation 1
- Primary Curriculum Specialisation 2
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course.
Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of the\xc2\xa0special admission programs.\xc2\xa0
- Bachelor/Honours degree: Applicants must hold an approved Bachelor degree or equivalent, from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Other: Additionally, students commencing a Victoria University Initial Teacher Education Program after July 1, 2016 are required to pass an approved literacy and numeracy test in order to be eligible to graduate from their Victorian Institute of Teaching-accredited program. Students are also required to meet the threshold standards of an approved literacy and numeracy test prior to commencement of their second full-time year of study.
Selection will include consideration of GPA.
Students should note that they will be subject to a Working With Children Check (police checks) before practice placements, in accordance with Department of Education and Training policy.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 10,300 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 10,300 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Victoria University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
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