Master of Teaching (Primary) - Melbourne (Bundoora)

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Overview

If you’re passionate about sharing your love of learning, La Trobe’s Master of Teaching (Primary) will give you the tools to thrive in a rewarding teaching career. Feel completely prepared from your first day in the classroom. Through a combination of practical and evidence-based learning, you’ll gain the confidence and … For more content click the Read more button below. Learn the most up-to-date skills for the modern classroom. Understand the needs of diverse learners and gain the skills and experience to succeed in any classroom. You’ll prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and dedicated teaching academics. Become the best teacher you can be. With extensive real-world teaching experience, you'll learn how to manage classrooms, design class plans, guide students, and create a safe and engaging learning space for your students. We focus on practise-based learning and our students learn about creating relationships from day one. You’ll be embedded in your community from your first semester and will be mentored by community leaders. Understand how to connect with every student as an individual and develop meaningful relationships with students, parents and the wider school community. We are committed to social justice and diversity. With campuses across metropolitan, regional and rural Victoria, we collaborate with a range of communities on the things that matter most to them and us. Your study experience will be flexible and suited to your needs. You’ll enjoy a combination of online, on campus and in-schools learning, making it easier to balance study and life commitments. Study in a supportive learning environment. You’ll be mentored by our experienced and dedicated teaching staff. Learn from leading academics and researchers in the field of learning sciences and develop strong professional networks. Throughout your studies, you'll learn the latest evidence-based teaching techniques and explore innovative pedagogies and learning sciences. Graduate ready to convert your love of learning into a rewarding career. You’ll learn:Foundations of primary educationLearn essential skills to effectively teach English, maths, science, art, humanities and physical education to primary-aged children.Classroom managementLearn how to confidently manage a classroom. Prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and passionate teaching academics.Inclusion and diversityLearn how to create safe, diverse learning environments for people of different abilities and backgrounds. Develop skills to connect with parents and the wider school community.Indigenous perspectivesUnderstand the histories, cultures, traditions, languages and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and learn how to provide education that’s most appropriate to their needs.Digital learningExplore the world of digital learning in a way that's creative, collaborative and innovative.

If you’re passionate about sharing your love of learning, La Trobe’s Master of Teaching (Primary) will give you the tools to thrive in a rewarding teaching career.

Feel completely prepared from your first day in the classroom. Through a combination of practical and evidence-based learning, you’ll gain the confidence and knowledge to help shape the lives of our next generation.

Learn the most up-to-date skills for the modern classroom. Understand the needs of diverse learners and gain the skills and experience to succeed in any classroom. You’ll prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and dedicated teaching academics.

Become the best teacher you can be. With extensive real-world teaching experience, you'll learn how to manage classrooms, design class plans, guide students, and create a safe and engaging learning space for your students.

We focus on practise-based learning and our students learn about creating relationships from day one. You’ll be embedded in your community from your first semester and will be mentored by community leaders. Understand how to connect with every student as an individual and develop meaningful relationships with students, parents and the wider school community.

We are committed to social justice and diversity. With campuses across metropolitan, regional and rural Victoria, we collaborate with a range of communities on the things that matter most to them and us.

Your study experience will be flexible and suited to your needs. You’ll enjoy a combination of online, on campus and in-schools learning, making it easier to balance study and life commitments.

Study in a supportive learning environment. You’ll be mentored by our experienced and dedicated teaching staff. Learn from leading academics and researchers in the field of learning sciences and develop strong professional networks. Throughout your studies, you'll learn the latest evidence-based teaching techniques and explore innovative pedagogies and learning sciences.

Graduate ready to convert your love of learning into a rewarding career.

You’ll learn:

Foundations of primary education
- Learn essential skills to effectively teach English, maths, science, art, humanities and physical education to primary-aged children.
Classroom management
- Learn how to confidently manage a classroom. Prepare for classroom teaching with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and passionate teaching academics.
Inclusion and diversity
- Learn how to create safe, diverse learning environments for people of different abilities and backgrounds. Develop skills to connect with parents and the wider school community.
Indigenous perspectives
- Understand the histories, cultures, traditions, languages and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and learn how to provide education that’s most appropriate to their needs.
Digital learning
- Explore the world of digital learning in a way that's creative, collaborative and innovative.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

Course coordinator

Kate Lafferty

Location(s)

Melbourne (Bundoora)

CRICOS code

111393K

Course instance contact

Kate Lafferty

Course duration (full time)

2 years

Course duration (part time)

4 years

Course duration (accelerated)

1.5 years

Study level

Postgraduate

AQF level

Level 9 - Masters Degree

Available only as an exit award

Study options

Domestic

International onshore

Completion requirements

To qualify for the award of Master of Teaching (Primary), students must complete 240 credit points of study in total, consisting of: 240 core credit points To be eligible to graduate students must complete supervised teaching practicum (60 days) as indicated in the course structure. All applicants completing an initial … For more content click the Read more button below.

To qualify for the award of Master of Teaching (Primary), students must complete 240 credit points of study in total, consisting of:

240 core credit points

To be eligible to graduate students must complete supervised teaching practicum (60 days) as indicated in the course structure. All applicants completing an initial teacher education course are expected to sit and pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Teachers prior to completing their course.

Additional explanatory information

Students who began this course in semester 1 2024 will be completing EDU5018 UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH FOR PROFESSIONAL ENQUIRY while students who began the course in semester 2 2024 and onwards will be completing EDU5028 DIVERSE LEARNERS AND PEDAGOGY.

Course structure
240 credit points

Level one120 credit points

Core120 credit points

Level two120 credit points

Core120 credit points

Course intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Evaluate literacy and numeracy needs for all stakeholders in a teacher education context.

Design, plan and implement a range of developmentally and educationally appropriate programs in Primary contexts.

Demonstrate the capacity to act as a reflective practitioner across a range of educational settings.

Design and implement assessment, feedback and reporting strategies, that complement and support learning processes and are inclusive of diagnostic, formative and summative practices.

Demonstrate well-developed, professional knowledge and skills of teaching, including state curricula, curriculum theory, teaching methodologies and classroom management which are aligned to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST).

Investigate and evaluate current and predicted future practices in teaching, schooling and education, including appropriate practices to diverse and inclusive needs students, managing changing learning environments, and priority needs in the education system.

Work independently and collaboratively with peers, colleagues and supervisors in the preparation, application and/or evaluation of teaching and learning experiences and resources for effective student learning.

Appraise and analyse emerging developments in the practice and research of education in order to maintain professional skills and knowledge.

Demonstrate advanced written and oral skills.

Course features

Work based learning (placement) requirements

Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)
During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the Partnerships Operations team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.

Work integrated learning opportunities
A course that integrates theory with the practice of work.

Interprofessional learning

Career outcomes

After graduation, you'll be equipped to work in learning- or education-related fields across a wide range of industries – both in Australia and overseas.

You could find roles in:

Primary schools
- Teach, mentor and support children in primary schools.
Community organisations
- Develop, implement and deliver community education programs and interventions.
Non-traditional learning environments
- Provide guidance for advisory boards, private organisations, and local and state governments.

Professional recognition

The Master of Teaching (Primary) at the Melbourne (Bundoora), Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura and Shepparton campuses is accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).

The Master of Teaching (Primary) at the Sydney campus has national accreditation with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), complies with NSW-specific ITE accreditation requirements and is considered by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) to fully prepare graduates for teaching in NSW schools.

Professional registration may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.

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Additional costs

Cost description - Other

The Master of Teaching is delivered through a blended online learning model. All students completing an initial teacher education course are expected to sit and pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Teachers prior to completing their course. For further information, please visit the Department of Education, Skills and Employment Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students webpage.

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