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Teaching (Primary)

La Trobe University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 21,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Melbourne, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Teaching (Primary) at La Trobe 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 21,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
  6. Location: Melbourne, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Teaching (Primary) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM)
  2. English
  3. mathematics
  4. physical education
  5. health
  6. languages (French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Indonesian - Bendigo campus only has Indonesian available).
  7. humanities.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

1. Grade Point Average (GPA) at 4 (credit)

2. Applicants undertaking the Master of Teaching must hold a Bachelor degree or approved equivalent in a relevant discipline area/s for primary or secondary teaching as per the National Program Standards and the Victorian Institute of Teaching. For a primary focus these may include; Science, Mathematics, Arts, Humanities, Languages, Physical Education, etc. 

3. A literacy and numeracy test on entry.

4. All VTAC applicants must submit a completed PI form to support their application. All direct applicants must complete a Supplementary form in support of their application.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 21,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Tuition fees: AUD 21,660 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 7.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact La Trobe 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.

About La Trobe University

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La Trobe University

Melbourne, Australia

La Trobe Universityis apublicresearch universitybased inMelbourne,Victoria,Australia. Its main campus is located in the suburb ofBundoora. The university was established in 1964, becoming the...

University Profile
  • Start Date Feb, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months