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Master of Teaching (Primary)
Testamur Title of Degree: | Master of Teaching (Primary) |
Abbreviation: | MTeach(Prim) |
UOW Course Code: | 1642 |
CRICOS Code: | 080833G |
Total Credit Points: | 96 |
Duration: | 2 years full-time. Part-time equivalent is only available at Batemans Bay, Bega, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands. |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Social Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus |
Delivery Campus: | Batemans Bay, Bega, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands, Wollongong |
Additional Information: |
Overview
The Master of Teaching (Primary) provides a professional course of pre-service education for aspiring primary school teachers (K-6). The Master of Teaching program aims to combine the practical and theoretical elements of teaching by immersing students in both classroom and university studies from the commencement of the program. Early immersion into teaching and a focus on research to inform teaching practice are central to the program. The course provides students with a minimum of 70 days professional experience.
New students will be required to complete the new online Working With Children Check (WWCC) at www.newcheck.kids.nsw.gov.au. Clearance must be obtained prior to attending professional experience.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Master of Teaching (Primary) will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of, and be able to keep abreast of latest developments in educational theory, policy and practice, evaluating and applying them to their own professional teaching practice;
- Demonstrate skills and knowledge to critically evaluate, interpret, design and conduct research for educational purposes;
- Demonstrate advanced and integrated understanding of the complexities of primary classrooms and schools, developed through participation in professional dialogue with practitioners, peers, school immersion and professional experience programs;
- Work as adaptable, responsible, reflective, autonomous primary teachers who use their skills and knowledge of teaching, learning and learners to make informed judgments that improve their classroom practice and their students’ learning;
- Analyse, interpret and effectively communicate the complexity of factors influencing learning to students, parents, and colleagues;
- Work effectively with students, families and colleagues in the school, building relationships that contribute to students’ and teachers’ learning and well-being.
Course Structure
| Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Students must complete all of the following subjects: | |||
| EDMP910 | Literacy & Language I | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMP911 | Numeracy and Mathematics I | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT901 | What is Teaching? | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT902 | What is Learning? | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT903 | Communication for Teachers | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMP912 | Literacy and Language II | 6 | Spring |
| EDMP913 | Numeracy and Mathematics II | 6 | Spring |
| EDMT904 | Behaviour, Resilience and Wellbeing | 6 | Spring |
| EDMT905 | Learners with Special Needs | 6 | Spring |
| Year 2 | |||
| Students must complete all of the following subjects: | |||
| EDMP914 | Science & Technology in the Primary School | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMP915 | History & Geography in the Primary Classroom | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT906 | Aboriginal Education | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMT907 | Teachers and Community | 6 | Autumn |
| EDMP916 | The Arts in Education | 6 | Spring |
| EDMP917 | Health & Physical Education | 6 | Spring |
| EDMT908 | Entering the Profession | 6 | Spring |
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Professional Recognition/Accreditation
The Master of Teaching is accredited through the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership and is nationally recognised as a professional teaching qualification.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Education website
Email: ssc@uow.edu.au