Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary)

The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary) is for those seeking dual registration to teach in early childhood settings (0–5 years) and across all primary years (5–12 years) as a generalist teacher.

Why study at Melbourne?

1. Readiness to teach. Be confident in classrooms and education settings by integrating the latest theory with practice so you can work with learners of all abilities and evaluate, identify and support their individual learning needs as they evolve over time.
2. Practical experience and unparalleled support. Become an active member of a school or early childhood community from your first semester and be supported by a Mentor Teacher and Clinical Specialist every step of the way.
3. Holistic approach to teaching. As well as creating high-impact learning environments, gain other important skills such as establishing safe environments and promoting positive behaviours to nurture wellbeing for yourself and your students, and encourage future generations to adopt an ecological mindset through sustainable practices.
4. Indigenous perspectives. Build a greater understanding of Indigenous worldviews, in particular Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing and being so you are empowered with inclusive learning activities for Australia’s next generation citizens.
5. Influence and shape educational communities. Build capabilities to confidently take on leadership positions as you embark on your career.

Who is the program for?

Those seeking registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) to teach:

• Specialised early years learning and development
• Across all primary years as a generalist teacher, with specialisations in literacy and mathematics.

Or to pursue a career in:

• Children’s services coordination
• Early child research
• Policy development
• Quality regulation
• Assessment or positions involving early intervention for children with special needs.

Looking to teach a different age group? Explore your options to Become a Teacher.

Students who have completed a bachelors degree at the University of Melbourne have access to a Guaranteed Entry early admission pathway into the Master of Teaching. This includes early admission into the Master of Teaching and a Commonwealth Supported Place (for domestic students only). If you’re a year 12 student, you can secure your place in the Master of Teaching program with one of our new Graduate Degree Packages, comprising both a bachelors and masters qualification.

Support while you learn

We take pride in the excellent support we offer our Master of Teaching students from enrolment, throughout their studies, and beyond. If you are an Indigenous student, we offer a range of support services here at the University of Melbourne via Murrup Barak.

What's the difference between a Master of Teaching (Primary) and a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary)?

While a Master of Teaching (Primary) prepares you to teach primary school-aged children (5–12 years), a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary) also prepares you to teach younger children in early childhood settings (0–5 years).

Graduating with a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary) allows you to seek dual registration to teach both age groups.

English language requirements

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

• English language test score requirements

• If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

  IELTS

  7.5

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  with speaking no less than 8; listening no less than 8; reading no less than 7; writing no less than 7

  TOEFL

  100+

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  with writing 27; speaking 26; reading 24; listening 28

  PEARSON

  78+

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  with speaking and listening communicative skill of 82, written communicative skill of 75 and reading communicative skill of 72

  CAMBRIDGE

  190+

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  with no communicative skill less than 190

  *Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

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