Master of Teaching (Primary) 24 months Postgraduate Programme By Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia) |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

38,900 AUDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

02 Feb, 2026Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Primary teachers play a pivotal role in shaping children’s early experiences of school, laying the groundwork for literacy, numeracy, critical thinking and social development. Effective teaching at this stage requires strong pedagogical knowledge, responsive decision-making, and the ability to create inclusive learning environments that recognise the diverse needs of students and build their confidence as learners. As classrooms evolve, teachers also need the skills to interpret evidence, incorporate evolving technologies and support student wellbeing.

The Master of Teaching (Primary) will prepare you to be a research-engaged teacher prepared for the realities of contemporary schooling. You’ll study evidence-based approaches to teaching, explore learning strategies that support diverse students, identify ways to integrate technology effectively, and gain practical experience through supported professional placements with partner schools. With guidance from leading academics, and practical learning in inclusive settings such as campus-based Next Sense and MUSEC, you’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills and professional judgement needed to teach in primary settings or contribute to curriculum planning, educational research and policy work.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Primary teachers play a pivotal role in shaping children’s early experiences of school, laying the groundwork for literacy, numeracy, critical thinking and social development. Effective teaching at this stage requires strong pedagogical knowledge, responsive decision-making, and the ability to create inclusive learning environments that recognise the diverse needs of students and build their confidence as learners. As classrooms evolve, teachers also need the skills to interpret evidence, incorporate evolving technologies and support student wellbeing.

The Master of Teaching (Primary) will prepare you to be a research-engaged teacher prepared for the realities of contemporary schooling. You’ll study evidence-based approaches to teaching, explore learning strategies that support diverse students, identify ways to integrate technology effectively, and gain practical experience through supported professional placements with partner schools. With guidance from leading academics, and practical learning in inclusive settings such as campus-based Next Sense and MUSEC, you’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills and professional judgement needed to teach in primary settings or contribute to curriculum planning, educational research and policy work.

Admission Requirements

7.5+
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification that meets subject content knowledge requirements or recognised equivalent.

02 Feb 2026
2 Years
Feb

Tuition fees

Domestic
4,800 AUD
International
38,900 AUD

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