Postgraduate course
Master of Teaching (Primary)
Western Sydney University
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About
The Master of Teaching (Primary) gives you practical tools to provide inspiration and direction to primary-school students. This degree offers a mix of on-campus theory and school-based placements, including a number of international placement opportunities. Subjects covered include understanding and teaching children, teaching and learning in classrooms, and inclusive teaching for effective learning.
Flexible study options are offered where applicants may be eligible for an accelerated study mode for early completion.
The Master of Teaching (Primary) is accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
Admission criteria
- Undergraduate degree in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 4 on a 7-point scale.
- Eight subjects (equivalent of one year) of study in at least one area relevant to primary teaching in order to meet the curriculum requirements of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
- Applicants must also meet the mathematics requirements for Primary teaching, from either:
- Band 4 or equivalent in HSC mathematics; or
- Completion of a mathematics discipline content subject in an undergraduate degree; or
- Completion of WSU Mathematics Bridging Course for Master of Teaching (Primary) or Master of Teaching (B-5yrs/B-12yrs) programs.
Inherent requirements apply to this program and are available on the Western Sydney University website.
Special requirements and policies also apply to this program.
Special arrangements apply for current Western Sydney University students – visit the Western Sydney University website before submitting your UAC application.
Additional information
Accelerated progression
The program can be completed in 1.5 years of full-time study with accelerated progression by students who gain a GPA of 5 for their first four core subjects of study in the Master of Teaching (Primary).
Suitability for teaching
Students are required to demonstrate suitability for the teaching profession by completing the Literacy and Numeracy Test.
Fees and charges
^ Call Western Sydney University on 1300 897 669 for further information about tuition fees.
Australian Government financial assistance
Western Sydney University scholarships and financial assistance
Further information
Read the full course details on the Western Sydney University website.
Find out more about postgraduate study at Western.
Contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 if you have any queries.
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