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Master of Teaching (Primary)

Take your degree to classroom. Understand the foundations of learning. Have a profound impact on young lives.

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Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

For other UOW contact details, click here.

Applicants can apply directly to UOW. You may be required to have scans or electronic copies of the following documents ready to attach to your application:

  • Academic qualifications relevant to your application
  • English proficiency evidence (if required)
  • Evidence of your citizenship, passport, or permanent residency status

Before you apply, please check the UOW course entry requirements, intake dates, and closing dates for your chosen degree.

International students are encouraged to apply with the support of an approved UOW agent. An agent can help navigate the application process and ensure that you submit all necessary documentation. For your nearest agent, please see our agent list.

Alternatively, if you would like to apply directly (without an agent), you can start the process through our . Please note, some applicants will not be eligible to apply directly and will be prompted to apply via an agent.

Before starting your application, review the entry requirements, intake dates, and deadlines for your chosen degree at UOW. International students should also be aware of both UOW's general English language requirements and the English proficiency standards required for a .

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Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?
Year ?
Campus ?
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration ?
2 years full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 080833G
UOW: 1642

Overview

The Master of Teaching (Primary) is for university graduates from non-teaching courses who want to become primary school teachers (Kindergarten to Year 6). This degree produces high quality teachers with an understanding of diversity in the classroom and with strong connections to school communities.

You will build teaching skills through professional experience immersion programs starting within the first month of and weekly blocks throughout the degree. You will complete 60 days of professional experience (PEX), including the option to complete one PEX in a rural or remote area of NSW.

During your study you will explore the concepts of teaching and learning to build your professional skills in the key learning areas for primary schools: English, mathematics, science and technology, creative arts, personal development, health and physical education, and human society and its environment (history and geography).

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Fee subsidised places available

Your learning will be supported by on campus tutorials, pre-recorded and in-person lectures, in school activities, forums, and online teaching. You will benefit from the expertise of local teachers and a range of workshops to develop your skills in communication, technology enhanced learning, working with parents, designing assessment and conducting school-based research.

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Careers

  • Digital Education Specialist
  • Discipline Lead
  • Education Policy Advisor
  • Educational Consultant
  • Principal
  • Special Education Teacher
  • Teacher
  • Training and Development Officer
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Accreditation & professional recognition

This degree is accredited and recognised as a national professional teaching qualification. Students seeking work outside NSW or Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for any additional requirements.

All students completing a NSW teacher education course must pass approved literacy and numeracy tests prior to commencing their Professional Experience.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's , and the UOW College .

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Teaching is an academically rigorous profession, and teachers play a critical role in our communities. Strengthening requirements for studying teaching degrees is an initiative of the NSW Government to ensure that initial teacher education programs prepare high-quality graduate teachers who can respond to the needs of all learners and make a positive impact on student learning.

At UOW, we are committed to ensuring our graduates meet the highest standards by setting appropriate entry criteria and maintaining a strongly developmental program. This program supports teacher education students from diverse backgrounds with varied experiences, abilities, and perspectives to become the teachers of the future.

Entry Requirements

  • An undergraduate degree equivalent to a three-year Australian bachelor’s degree with a minimum average mark of 65%, meeting the requirements of the for teaching in primary schools. The NESA requirements must be assessed by the School of Education before submitting your application.
  • A valid IELTS score is required if the degree was not completed in English in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, or the Republic of Ireland.

Students who have studied overseas may need to meet set by the NSW Education Standards Authority to qualify as teachers in NSW.

For application procedures and course information, please refer to the School of Education.

  • English Language Requirements

    The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking
    IELTS Academic

    7.5

    7.0

    7.0

    8.0

    8.0
    TOEFL (Internet-based)

    106

    25

    25

    28

    27

    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website

Compulsory Work Based Placement
This course contains approximately 60 days of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 12 weeks (totaling 420 hours, at 35 hours per week) throughout the degree. Each student must complete placements in at least two different schools.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study, practical work and placements.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Record Check

    New enrolling students will be required to complete the new online and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.

    Please note: Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our undergraduate and Master of Teaching courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to, from and around the Professional Experience contexts (e.g. school sites). It needs to be noted that the off-campus environment is beyond the control of UOW.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognises various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
榴莲视频appOn Campus$16344 (2026)$65376 (2026)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Students are required to complete an eligibility assessment prior to submitting an application for entry into the course. Please refer to the School of Education for application procedures.

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic first round9 December, 2025
    International9 December, 2025
    Domestic second round16 January, 2026

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    Orientation Check your campus details
    Session start2 March, 2026
    31 March, 2026
    Mid-session recess20-24 April, 2026
    Session end25 June, 2026
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