Master of Teaching (Primary) (MTeach(Primary))
Information valid for students commencing 2024
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5556
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
School of Education
Email: education@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6550
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5556
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a different discipline from an approved tertiary institution, which includes the equivalent of at least one full year of study in areas relevant to one or more learning areas of the primary school curriculum in Australian schools (see below), and
- to submit a statement addressing non-academic criteria (see below), and
- to complete an online questionnaire to meet the non-academic entry requirement for this program. Once you have submitted your application, you will be directed to the online questionnaire.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
As part of the Australian Institute for Teaching and Leadership (AITSL) revised Standards and Procedures (2015), applicants to initial teacher education courses (pre-service teachers) must satisfy both academic and non-academic entry criteria for selection to the course. For further information please see QTAC's Initial Teacher Education (ITE) advice page.
Please refer to the School of Education website for further information on entry requirements and becoming a teacher.
CRICOS Code: 078819A
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - score of 7.5 overall; speaking 8; listening 8, reading 7, writing 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ.
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition), PTE Academic, BE, CES, and OET are not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: +61 7 3346 9872
Why study the Master of Teaching (Primary)?
The Master of Teaching (Primary) is a teacher preparation program specifically designed for people with an undergraduate degree to qualify as a primary school teacher. The program is ideal for those looking for a career change or who wish to follow their passion for teaching.
The program consists of periods of on-campus lectures, tutorials and workshops, alternated with blocks of professional placements in schools. Strong emphasis is placed on classroom practice with placements designed to provide opportunity for professional development and learning for growth into the role of beginning teacher. All placements are supported by an expert team of university facilitators, whose role is to liaise, visit, observe practice, and support the pre-service teachers and school-based mentors.
Students will gain the benefits of being taught by national and international award-winning lecturers and will be thoroughly prepared for a career in education through access to the latest innovations in teaching research taking place within UQ's School of Education.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Teaching (Primary).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students undertaking the Master of Teaching (Primary) program must complete 75 days of professional experience placement, comprising of: 5 days of school experience/observation and 70 days of supervised and assessed professional experience throughout the program.
Every effort is made to place students within a reasonable distance of their home but you can be expected to travel up to 90 minutes one-way due to public transport connections and incur costs associated with travel and possible lost income. Students are generally placed at Ipswich, Brisbane, and south-east corner of Queensland (including the Gold and Sunshine Coasts) and are also encouraged to consider a rural placement.
Students must have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing practicum, and should apply for one through the School of Education three months before their first professional experience. The Professional Experience Handbook for the Master of Teaching (Primary) program provides additional information about professional experience requirements and is available from the School of Education.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to apply
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a different discipline from an approved tertiary institution, which includes the equivalent of at least one full year of study in areas relevant to one or more learning areas of the primary school curriculum in Australian schools (see below), and
- to submit a statement addressing non-academic criteria (see below), and
- to complete an online questionnaire to meet the non-academic entry requirement for this program. Once you have submitted your application, you will be directed to the online questionnaire.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
As part of the Australian Institute for Teaching and Leadership (AITSL) revised Standards and Procedures (2015), applicants to initial teacher education courses (pre-service teachers) must satisfy both academic and non-academic entry criteria for selection to the course. For further information please see QTAC's Initial Teacher Education (ITE) advice page.
Please refer to the School of Education website for further information on entry requirements and becoming a teacher.
Additional application requirements
For information on areas relevant to one or more learning areas of the primary school curriculum in Australian schools please refer to the School of Education website. As part of the Australian Institute for Teaching and Leadership (AITSL) revised Standards and Procedures (2015), applicants to initial teacher education courses (pre-service teachers) must satisfy both academic and non-academic entry criteria for selection to the course. All applicants will need to complete an online questionnaire to meet the non-academic entry requirement for this program. Once you have submitted your application, you will be directed to the online questionnaire.
All students are required to successfully meet the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) standards prior to graduation. Please contact the School of Education for further details (education@uq.edu.au) or visit the School of Education office. For more information on the test including sample tests, indicative fees, testing institutions and registration information, please visit the School of Education LANTITE website and the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) website.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 078819A
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - score of 7.5 overall; speaking 8; listening 8, reading 7, writing 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ.
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition), PTE Academic, BE, CES, and OET are not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- There may be additional course costs associated with travel or materials.
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- All students are required to successfully meet the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) standards prior to graduation.
- Students are responsible for the cost of the LANTITE (approximately $196 or $98 per test). ACER website (https://teacheredtest.acer.edu.au) lists current fees.
- Please contact the School of Education for further details (education@uq.edu.au) or visit the School of Education office.
- For more information on the LANTITE tests, including sample tests and registration information, please visit the Australian Council for Educational Research website: https://teacheredtest.acer.edu.au
- Students are responsible for the cost of transportation and accommodation to attend residential schools or practicals.
- A clinical uniform shirt is required and may be purchased through the School.
What you can do with a Master of Teaching (Primary)
Careers
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) as a teacher, to work as a primary school teacher in Queensland. QCT registration could be used to apply for permission to work as a teacher in other Australian states/territories or internationally. With further study and experience this can lead to roles such as Head of Curriculum, Master Teacher, Learning Support Teacher, Literacy and Numeracy Coach, Deputy Principal and Principal.
All students are required to successfully meet the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) standards prior to graduation. Please contact the School of Education for further details (education@uq.edu.au) or visit the School of Education office. For more information on the test including sample tests, indicative fees, testing institutions and registration information, please visit the School of Education LANTITE website and the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) website.
Professional registration
Graduates may be eligible for registration with the following organisations:
- Queensland College of Teachers
Completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic registration. Please contact the registration body for details of any conditions for registration.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Queensland College of Teachers
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- AUSTRALIANINSTITUTEFORTEACHINGANDSCHOOLLEADERSHIP
Program rules for the Master of Teaching (Primary)
To complete the Master of Teaching (Primary)
To graduate with a Master of Teaching (Primary) a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
