Master of Teaching (Primary)
Master of Teaching (Primary)
Do you remember your favourite teacher from primary school? Perhaps it was someone you learned a lot from, they taught you new ways of thinking or inspired you in some way. You could be that special teacher for future generations. The Master of Teaching (Primary) is a 1.75-year full-time (or…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Do you remember your favourite teacher from primary school? Perhaps it was someone you learned a lot from, they taught you new ways of thinking or inspired you in some way. You could be that special teacher for future generations.
The Master of Teaching (Primary) is a 1.75-year full-time (or 2.75 years part-time) initial teaching qualification. The teaching periods are within school terms dates; starting on the first day of the school year (please note that the final year must be completed with full-time enrolment).
This course will enable you to develop the specialist knowledge, skills and capabilities needed to be an effective educator. You will acquire the expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills necessary to practice independently in the classroom. Building on your prior study coupled with extensive professional practice you will be equipped with an advanced skills set to deliver high quality teaching. Learn how Master’s student Alannah translated her undergraduate in science into a teaching specialisation with her postgraduate studies.
Murdoch’s Master of Teaching (Primary) is characterised by a strong connection between university learning and professional experience in schools throughout the program. A blended learning approach is used combining online activities and face-to-face seminars scheduled on one day per week. Authentic assessments will contribute to your professional teaching portfolio. Additional professional learning opportunities to further develop skills in areas such as classroom management and areas of curriculum interest are also offered.
3 reasons to study the Master of Teaching (Primary) at Murdoch
- Be mentored by our experienced teaching professionals who are here to support you in becoming a confident, creative and flexible educator.
- Graduate ready for the classroom with an online portfolio to show your experience to future employers.
- Before you start your first practise, you’ll be able to practise dealing with challenging behaviour and conflict resolution through our SimLabTM It’s a virtual workplace that uses actors and avatars – and the only technology of its kind in WA.
Develop your skills
Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include:
- strategies for effective learning and teaching
- understanding and preparing for the profession of teaching
- how to help children learn numeracy and literacy
- enacting the primary curriculum in mathematics, English, science, humanities and social sciences, the arts, languages and physical education
- exploring how diversity can be accommodated in the classroom.
Your future career
On completion of this course, you will have the knowledge and skillset required to teach Years 1-6 in primary schools in Australia or around the world.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Murdoch University is based in Perth, the biggest city in Western Australia. It is a world-renowned research university, being a part of the Innovative Research Universities group. It has an impressive reputation for conducting ground-breaking studies, and experienced academics encourage students to be independent thinkers with a focus on the future. Murdoch offers around 230 undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs, and a series of dedicated scholarships for international students to help them with the costs of studying in Australia. The University boasts strong connections with overseas partners, domestic government departments and the wider working community, giving students a perfect springboard to take part in work placements and complete real-world projects in their subject area.
