Master of Teaching (Primary)

University of Adelaide

Australia, Adelaide

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Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 43,400 / year(s)

Master of Teaching (Primary)

About

This degree prepares you to excel in the classroom and beyond. As a primary school teacher, you’ll help young students learn and reach their potential – but you’ll also become a valued and integral part of your community.

With Adelaide University’s Master of Teaching (Primary), you will become a qualified teacher, educating students from Reception to Year 6 across all subjects within the Australian Curriculum.

You’ll gain a solid foundation in teaching theories and methods alongside extensive practical experiences to build your skills in real classrooms. You’ll explore educational philosophies to develop your own unique teaching style. You’ll learn how to support your students by creating safe, inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms. And with 65 days of placements across two years, you’ll gain the confidence and skills to step straight into your teaching career.

Adelaide University is ranked #89 in the world for Education Studies (Times Higher Education, 2026).

Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirement and demonstrate they fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree or higher from a recognised higher education institution with a competitive Grade Point Average (GPA), which indicates a total of one year, full-time equivalent study that aligns with one or more Learning Areas of the Australian Curriculum.

This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 5.0 on a 7-point scale for entry.

Essential requirements

All applicants are required to submit a 400-600 word Teaching Capabilities Statement (TCS) with their application. In the TCS, applicants describe their motivation to teach. The TCS assesses non-academic entry requirements in accordance with national teacher education program standards.

Prior to undertaking any professional experience placement that involves contact with minors (under 18 years of age), students will be required to provide a successful Working with Children Check (WWCC) with the Department of Human Services. Information on the procedure to be followed for obtaining clearance will be provided with the letter of offer and may be viewed at the Teaching and Education Placements web page. These placements form a compulsory part of the program. A successful clearance is also required for visits to education sites in other courses, to enter any school, pre-school or childcare centre for any reason, including on placement, observation, internships or visits.

English Program Requirements

IELTS Overall 7 | IELTS Reading 7 | IELTS Listening 7 | IELTS Speaking 7 | IELTS Writing 7

Career

Career outcomes

You will graduate with a qualification recognised by the Teacher Registration Board of South Australia. In most cases the qualification is recognised for registration in other states and other countries.

Industry trends

Now is the perfect time to pursue a career as a primary school teacher. Job opportunities are plentiful throughout Australia, with many regional schools offering attractive financial benefits and incentives to draw in skilled educators.

Primary education in Australia is state-governed, and registered primary teachers work with students from Reception to Year 6 to deliver lessons across seven key areas of the Australian national curriculum.

Adelaide University’s Master of Teaching (Primary) degree responds to the high demand for primary teachers both locally and globally. Its comprehensive and innovative program is designed to train teachers who are confident, responsive and adaptable to the evolving demands of modern education.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia (TRB) . Graduates are able to apply for teacher registration in South Australia. Applicants should note that additional criteria may apply, and are advised to check the current registration requirements, as these are subject to change. Graduates seeking employment in other parts of Australia or overseas should check the specific registration requirements of the relevant jurisdiction.

Applicants should note there are other criteria determining eligibility for registration by the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia (TRB) and other registration and regulatory authorities. Applicants are advised to check registration requirements as they are subject to change.

Fee Information

Master of Teaching (Primary)

University of Adelaide

Australia, Adelaide

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