Adelaide University

Master of Teaching

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University Location Adelaide, South Australia
City Population 1.3 million
Student Population 65,000
Int'l Student Population 16,000
Main Campus Adelaide City Campus
Program Campus Magill, Adelaide City Campus, Mawson Lakes
Program Duration 2 years
Estimated Annual Tuition AUD$43,400 (2026 fees; subject to increase)
Semester Intake February
Next Available Intake 2026
Application Deadline No set deadline*
CRICOS Provider 04249J
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Overview

Teaching is a vocation and a passion. Become an innovative, inspiring teacher with a degree from Adelaide University.

Under the guidance of world-class education professionals and experts, you’ll study in purpose-built, modern learning spaces enhanced by contemporary digital technologies. The curriculum is practice-oriented, research focused and industry-relevant, ensuring you graduate prepared and ready to teach.

As an Adelaide University teaching student, you’ll develop the confidence, skills, and knowledge to lead in an engaging and modern classroom. Learn to become a resourceful educator, navigating today’s dynamic classrooms and advocating for your students. Draw on evidence-based research to create safe, inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms. Build your expertise through extensive placements across various education settings, engaging directly with students and refining your teaching style.

Program

With a Master of Teaching degree from Adelaide University, 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.

Primary
The Master of Teaching (Primary) is a 2-year pathway to becoming an inspiring and effective primary school teacher. Your qualification is recognized to educate children from Kindergarten (the foundation year of school) to Grade 6.

Throughout your studies, you’ll explore the history and philosophies of primary education, understanding how past methods have shaped modern teaching. Discover how young brains acquire knowledge and develop proven ways to help your students process and store new information.

You’ll learn how to engage with your students safely and inclusively, and how to build respectful and harmonious classrooms. You’ll gain leadership and advocacy skills to support children of all abilities and backgrounds. With First Nations perspectives embedded throughout the degree, you’ll also develop sensitive and culturally responsive teaching practices. With 65 days (520 hours) of placements across 2 years, you’ll gain the confidence and skills to step straight into your teaching career.

Secondary
The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is future-focused and digital-first 2-year program designed to meet the changing education landscape. Designed for applicants with an undergraduate degree spanning two areas of expertise, it equips you to confidently impart your knowledge in secondary school settings (Grades 7–12).

You’ll learn to design lesson plans, manage classrooms and assess learning, ensuring every student reaches their potential. You’ll explore big ideas for societal change and practical tips for everyday teaching, with two 30-day placements to build your confidence in the classroom.

Admission Requirements

Completed bachelor’s degree
Admission is competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee entry.

Primary – A completed bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized higher education institution with a minimum GPA of 2.7/4.0 and with a total of one year, full-time equivalent study that aligns with one or more learning areas.

Secondary – A completed bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized higher education institution with a minimum GPA of 2.7/4.0, and completion of a major from the Australian Curriculum Learning Area in which you intend to specialize. To qualify for a learning area, the major must consist of a minimum of 6 courses, with at most 2 at a first-year university level and at least 2 at a third-year level.

Admission Timeline

*While there is no set application deadline, you are encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the program start date.