Central Queensland University
Master of Educational Leadership
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe changing landscape of the education sector requires exceptional leaders to navigate social complexities and shape positive learning outcomes for students and their communities. The Master of Educational Leadership at CQUniversity is designed for current and aspiring educational leaders in schools and educational settings such as early learning centres, to build your skills and confidence to successfully lead your teams and organisations, and partner with communities and stakeholders to drive continuous pedagogical improvement and boost capacity and wellbeing.
The Master of Educational Leadership will suit educational leaders in schools and educational settings, seeking career advancement and specialised educational leadership, underpinned by research-informed initiatives and pedagogy. This course is aligned with the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) Professional Standards for Principals.
Delivery mode
Central Queensland University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must hold one of the following:
- A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree or higher equivalent qualification, with a minimum of three years' relevant* experience in an educational setting; or
- A completed AQF equivalent Initial Teaching Education (ITE) course with evidence of three years' registered teaching experience within Australia or equivalent; or
- A completed CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership or equivalent qualification.
*Relevant work experience includes employment in a teaching or educational setting (which can include early childhood education, guidance counsellor or corporate settings which have a strong educational focus).
Employment experience must be shown in a letter of employment which is presented on a company letterhead as well as signed and dated by a delegated authority. The letter must contain position title, duties performed and length of service.
Applicants who hold other relevant qualifications with extensive employment experience in an educational setting may be referred to the Head of Course for consideration of admission.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Educational Leadership will prepare you for the following roles.
About Central Queensland University
CQUniversity Australia has been on a phenomenal trajectory in recent years and its remarkable growth in student numbers, new courses, new campuses, infrastructure and reputation has seen it emerge as one of Australia’s truly great universities.
