Master of Teaching (Primary)
Degree Level Postgraduate
You're considered an International student if you are:
Degree Level Postgraduate
Start date
February
Campus
Magill
Mawson Lakes
Duration
2 year(s) full-time
Mode
On-campus
Program Code
MMET
Fees
AUD$ 35,600 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
077215D
Applicants must have completed:
Critical information regarding Learning Areas entry requirements can be found here.
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In accordance with national teacher education program standards, applicants must also fulfil non-academic entry requirements. All applicants will be required to submit a 400-600 word Teaching Capabilities Statement with their application. Complete information on content, format and submission is available here.
Applicants are advised that a successful Working with Children Check (WWCC) with the Department of Human Services is required for all preservice teachers prior to undertaking any professional experience placement that involves contact with minors (under 18 years of age). Information on the procedure to be followed for obtaining clearance can be found on the Professional Experience Placement website.
Preservice teachers of the Master of Teaching (Primary) degree will have a body of knowledge in professional experience, professional and discipline-specific curriculum studies and education studies. The preservice teachers will develop an in-depth understanding of the underlying principles and concepts of curriculum and pedagogy development for learners from Reception to Year 6. Preservice teachers will also examine the developmental, emotional and social psychological needs of learners, and the specific learning areas of the primary school curriculum. Preservice teachers will have knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to teaching in the primary setting.
The preservice teachers will complete 72 units of study comprising core courses and a course specific to the primary specialisation.
From 4 August 2025, the University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students. Study at Adelaide University.
Successful completion of this program provides a recognised academic qualification which will enable graduates to apply for teacher registration in South Australia, interstate and some overseas countries. Applicants should note there are other criteria determining eligibility for registration by the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia and other registration and regulatory authorities. Applicants are advised to check registration requirements as they are subject to change.