Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary)

About

With its mix of theory and real-world experience, the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary) is specifically designed to give students the practical tools, inspiration and direction to become an early-childhood or primary school teacher.

Offering a mix of on-campus theory and innovative school-based placements, it is aimed to produce teachers with strong academic knowledge and skills, excellence in professional practice, commitment to equity and social justice, and dedication to personal and professional growth.

With this degree, students can choose either an early exit to become a qualified early childhood teacher or complete an additional six months to graduate with a primary school teaching qualification as well .

Flexible study options are offered where applicants may be eligible for an accelerated study mode for early completion.

Admission criteria

• Undergraduate degree in any discipline.
• Applicants wishing to graduate with a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) must have at least eight subjects of study in a curriculum area (equivalent of one year of study) in their undergraduate degree 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 (Early Childhood and Primary) programs.

Applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 4 in undergraduate study. Current students transitioning from approved Western Sydney Pathway to teaching programs are not included in the GPA requirement.

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.

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

Equity Scholarships through UAC

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.