University of New England
Master of Teaching (Primary)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe UNE Master of Teaching (Primary) is designed to prepare postgraduate students with the knowledge and skills for teaching in contemporary primary school environments. Gain teaching skills informed by the latest research, learn from our internationally regarded staff and hone your skills in a wide variety of practical experiences, both online and in the classroom. By studying with UNE, you will future proof your career with a nationally accredited primary teaching qualification.
Delivery mode
University of New England 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.
You can apply for this course if you have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7) or a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7) and a postgraduate qualification (AQF Level 8 or 9) or overseas equivalent.
You must also meet all of the following entry requirements:
- In your relevant studies, you have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 4.0.
- You have completed 1 full-time academic year (or equivalent) in one or more discipline areas relevant to one or more Key Learning Areas (KLAs).
- You can satisfy the School of Education of your suitability for teaching by completing a Personal Statement.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Transfer from another UNE course
If you are currently studying another postgraduate qualification at UNE, you can apply to transfer into this course. To be assessed for admission you must:
- Be eligible for admission to this course as per the above admission rules
- AND have completed 4 units of study within a single course with a minimum GPA of 4.0.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Teaching (Primary) will prepare you for the following roles.
Primary School Teacher
A Primary School Teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans, delivering educational content, and creating a supportive classroom environmen...
Deputy Principal
A Deputy Principal supports the Principal in managing the overall operations of a school. You might work in primary or secondary education settings...
About University of New England
UNE is the highest rated Australian university for student satisfaction.
Canstar Blue awarded UNE ‘Most Satisfied Students’ in the National Universities, Online Universities and NSW Universities categories in 2022. We are also the only Australian public university awarded the maximum 5 stars for Overall Experience 17 years in a row by the Good Universities Guide.
Whether it’s our commitment to teaching quality, the excellent employment outcomes of our graduates, or our reputation for providing exceptional online education, UNE is consistently recognised as a great Australian university.
As Australia’s longest continual provider of distance education, the majority of our 140+ courses are available for study online. It makes sense to trust a university that has an extensive history of helping adults like you become future fit while they study at home.
