Charles Darwin University
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Become a qualified primary school teacher in just 2 years with this nationally-accredited Master's degree. Designed for graduates with a bachelor's degree in relevant fields, this course combines flexible online and on-campus study with 60 days of practical classroom experience, preparing you to teach primary students across Australia.
Applicants must hold a recognised bachelor's degree or equivalent international qualification with at least one year of full-time study in a relevant field such as art, music, technologies, English, health and physical education, mathematics, science, or humanities and social sciences. International applicants may enter through CDU's International Masters Qualifying Program. A Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance are required before commencing professional placements. English language proficiency must be demonstrated, with minimum IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0) for international students or equivalent qualifications. Students must pass the ACER Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) prior to graduation.
The course comprises 17 core units totalling 160 credit points covering: Primary Humanities, Health and Physical Education, Primary Arts, Inclusive Education Policies and Practice, English Literacy and Literature (Foundation-Year 2 and Years 3-6), English Language and Literacy Assessment, Primary Mathematics Education (two units), Science Curriculum and Pedagogies, Primary Technologies, Understanding Learner Development, Managing the Classroom Environment and Student Wellbeing, Integrating Indigenous History Cultures and Learning in Teaching Practice, and two Professional Experience units (60 days total). All students must complete the Literacy and Numeracy (LANTITE) assessment. The curriculum emphasizes integrating technology across all primary subjects, developing awareness of environmental and cultural influences on teaching and learning, and strategies for supporting diverse linguistic and cultural orientations including Indigenous learners.
Charles Darwin University is ranked #2 in Australia for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024) and offers a five-star rating for graduate employment outcomes. CDU provides unique opportunities for regional and remote placements, allowing students to complete practical experience close to home. The university's people-first approach ensures flexible study options combining online and on-campus delivery, supporting students balancing study with work and family commitments. CDU's teacher education programs are accredited by the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory and aligned with Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) standards, ensuring graduates meet national requirements for teacher registration across all Australian states and territories.
Graduates of the Master of Teaching Primary are qualified to work as primary school teachers across all Australian states and territories, with employment opportunities in government and independent schools. The course develops knowledge and skills for active contribution and potential leadership roles within primary education. Graduates may pursue specialist pathways in areas such as Digital Learning Futures, Inclusive Education, Indigenous Knowledge Education, International Education, Managing and Leading Education, or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Career progression opportunities include leadership positions such as curriculum coordinator, year level leader, or school administration roles.
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