Master of Teaching (Primary Studies)
Master of Teaching (Primary Studies)
If you are searching for a challenging and rewarding career that will utilise your communication and leadership skills to shape the future of children, then the Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) is for you. Using your existing degree as a foundation, the Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) offers you a…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
If you are searching for a challenging and rewarding career that will utilise your communication and leadership skills to shape the future of children, then the Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) is for you.
Using your existing degree as a foundation, the Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) offers you a highly regarded advanced teaching degree which will allow you take your new skills and apply them in your home country.
Our program incorporates Quality Teaching, the NSW model of pedagogy which was developed and refined by researchers at the University of Newcastle. The courses you will study will develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions you will need for a successful career in teaching. You will also undertake placements, with the final placement completed in your home country.
If you are from a country that requires an accredited teaching degree, then we encourage you to confirm this program fulfils the requirements before applying.
Why study with us
State of the art technologies and experience based learning in our new suite of interactive learning environments – SimTeach, SimCave and SimSchool immerse students in both virtual reality and hands on experiences.
Quality Teaching Model – a framework highlighting three key concepts, or dimensions, of teaching that make a difference for student outcomes, backed by robust evidence.
Stand out with an Australian degree – graduate with a degree from one of the top 175 Universities in the world, ready to apply what you’ve learned in your home country (QS World University rankings 2024).
Graduate work-ready – students undertake 70 days of formal professional placement in schools and 5 days of career-ready placement, including the final placement in your home country.
Become an industry expert – you’ll graduate with high-level communication and leadership skills to enhance learning and shape the futures of primary students.
What you will study
The University of Newcastle’s Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) will see you complete 150 units of core courses and 10 units of electives. The core courses place focus on the following key learning areas:
- English;
- Mathematics;
- Creative and Performing Arts;
- Science and Technology;
- Physical Development, Health and Physical Education; and
- Human Society and its Environment
Career opportunities
At the completion of your Master of Teaching (Primary Studies) degree you will be equipped with the appropriate theoretical and practical skills and knowledge to flourish as a successful primary school teacher. You will enter the education system in your home country as a capable and professional individual with a well-developed sense of professional ethics.
You will be prepared to begin your career teaching students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and have the opportunity to embark on some of the following career pathways:
- Classroom Teacher;
- School Executive and Principal;
- Home School Liaison Officer;
- School Counsellor;
- Teacher Librarian; and
- Learning Assistance Support Teacher.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Newcastle, Australia is a world-class university. Excellence in teaching, research, and the student experience are our focus.
