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Primary teaching

Why study Primary teaching?

The postgraduate coursework primary education program offers graduate diploma and Master’s-level program for graduates of other disciplines who want a teaching qualification. Complete the Middle Years program mainly online through our Shepparton campus in only nine months or the Masters program (P-12) at Albury-Wodonga in 18 months.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the graduate-entry teaching degree are qualified to teach in schools and other education and training bodies in Australia and overseas (subject to registration). Those with postgraduate teaching qualifications are highly regarded for their detailed knowledge of curriculum and their highly developed teaching skills. Our teaching courses are accredited with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

Courses

Local students

Primary teaching courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2012	Graduate Diploma in Education (Middle Years)	Distance education Shepparton	1 year full-time	Semester 1 (February)
Graduate Diploma in Education (Middle Years) continued… Course description This course is aimed at prospective teachers who want to specialise in the middle years (Years 5 to 10). Applicants with appropriate undergraduate sub-majors/majors are also eligible to teach Years 11 and 12. Content includes theoretical studies in teaching, learning and classroom management, and teaching methodology studies in curriculum areas relevant to primary and lower-to-middle years of secondary schooling. The course focuses on specialist training in teaching and learning approaches for adolescents and disengaged youth. LOTE is available as a non-core option at an additional cost. Prerequisite Bachelor degree or equivalent, with double major, major or sub-major sequences in discipline studies relevant to the post-primary curriculum. It is desirable that applicants are qualified to teach in at least two post-primary disciplines acceptable to the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT); however, applicants with discipline studies in only one curriculum area are eligible to apply. For more information on acceptable disciplines, visit: www.vit.vic.edu.au (follow the links to Teacher Education and Specialist Area Guidelines). Fee type Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available Fee amount Indicative (2012): $14,340 per 120 credit points. Commonwealth Supported Places also available. Additional information Students are required to produce a Working With Children Check Card prior to commencing the course. How to apply VTAC. Late direct applications may be considered. For more infomation, call La Trobe's Future Students Centre on 1300 135 045 or send an email to study@latrobe.edu.au Professional recognition Graduates are eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Full course details Education (Middle Years) (Graduate Diploma)Shepparton
2012	Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary)	Melbourne	1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.	Semester 1 (February)
Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary) continued… Course description This course enables graduates to be accredited for primary teaching with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). It covers all areas of the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS) in the primary school curriculum: English, Mathematics, Science, Technology, the Humanities, Visual and Performing Arts, and Health and Physical Education. It also includes the Languages Other Than English (LOTE) teaching method for selected students with appropriate qualifications. For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional-entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. Prerequisite Approved Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Mathematics to Year 11 is recommended. Third-year tertiary advanced level of the language or native-speaker fluency is required for the LOTE teaching method; those with native-speaker fluency must also pass a language equivalence test. Fee type Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available Fee amount Indicative (2012): $14,610 per 120 credit points. Commonwealth Supported Places also available. Additional costs Applicants who choose LOTE as a non-core option will be required to enrol in an additional 10 credit points. Additional information Students are required to obtain a Working With Children Check on commencement. How to apply VTAC for Semester 1 commencement; late direct applications may be considered. Professional recognition The course is accredited by VIT. Full course details Education (Primary) (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
2012	Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary)	Bendigo Melbourne	1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.	Semester 1 (March)
Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) continued… Course description This accredited course provides studies in preparation for teaching of secondary school students. Students complete a combination of theoretical and practical studies and select two teaching methods in specialist areas of the secondary curriculum (dependent on undergraduate majors/sub-majors). For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional-entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this teacher education course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. Prerequisite Bachelor's degree with major or sub-major sequences in subjects appropriate to two post-primary curriculum studies. Languages Other Than English (LOTE) requires a major study or statement of equivalence. For more information on eligibility for teaching methods, follow links to Teacher Education and Specialist Area Guidelines at: www.vit.vic.edu.au Fee type Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available Fee amount Indicative (2012): $14,340 per 120 credit points. Commonwealth Supported Places also available. Additional information Students must obtain a Working With Children Check prior to commencing. How to apply VTAC. Late direct applications may be considered. Professional recognition Graduates can be accredited for secondary teaching with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), and are eligible for employment in government and private schools in Victoria, as well as educational institutions interstate and overseas. Full course details Education (Secondary) (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne Education (Secondary) (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
2012	Master of Teaching (P-12)	Albury-Wodonga	2 years full-time (compressed into 18 months).	Semester 1 (March)
Master of Teaching (P-12) continued… Course description This course aims to prepare students to teach in primary and secondary schools in all areas of the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS) in the years of compulsory schooling. It provides a recognised teaching qualification for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Content includes foundation studies in education and advanced studies to VCE (Year 12) level in two curriculum areas that build on specific double major, major and sub-major studies in applicants' degree(s). Previous undergraduate studies determine the VCE areas graduates are qualified to teach. The Languages Other Than English (LOTE) method is available as an optional additional teaching method, and requires a major in the language to advanced level. Prerequisite Approved Bachelor's degree or equivalent with double major, major or sub-major in studies relevant to the post-primary curriculum. To meet schools' expectations and ensure maximum career opportunities, it is desirable that graduates are qualified to teach in at least two post-primary subject disciplines, with at least one to VCE level and at least one for teaching Years 7-10, acceptable to the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Applicants with discipline studies in only one post-primary curriculum area are eligible to apply. For more information on eligibility, follow the links to Teacher Education and Specialist Area Guidelines at www.vit.vic edu.au Fee type Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available Fee amount Indicative (2012): $14,340 per 120 credit points. Commonwealth Supported Places also available. How to apply VTAC/UAC. Late direct applications may be considered. For more infomation, call La Trobe's Future Students Centre on 1300 135 045 or send an email to study@latrobe.edu.au Professional recognition The course is a recognised qualification for registration as a teacher by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Full course details Teaching (P-12) MasterAlbury-Wodonga

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

Primary teaching international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2012	Graduate Diploma in Education (Middle Years) (069223D)	Shepparton	1 year	Semester 1 (February)	$19 750
Graduate Diploma in Education (Middle Years) continued… Year 2012 Course description This course is aimed at prospective teachers who want to specialise in the middle years (Years 5 to 10). Applicants with appropriate undergraduate sub-majors/majors are also eligible to teach Years 11 and 12. Content includes theoretical studies in teaching, learning and classroom management, and teaching methodology studies in curriculum areas relevant to primary and lower-to-middle years of secondary schooling. The course focuses on specialist training in teaching and learning approaches for adolescents and disengaged youth. LOTE is available as a non-core option at an additional cost. English Language Requirements Students whose degree is from a university in a non-English speaking country will require an overall academic IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.5 with no individual score below 7 and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening. Academic entry requirements Applicants will require a three-year discipline-based degree from an Australian university or an approved international equivalent. Special requirements Applicants must provide an original National Police Check (not more than a year old) from any jurisdiction in which the applicant has resided for 12 months or more (after the age of 18 years) in the past 10 years. Students must apply for the Working With Children Check (WWC) upon course commencement. WWC applications are available through Australia Post offices. Additional information This course is offered at the Shepparton campus only. Professional recognition The course is recognised by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Graduates can work in Victoria, Australia. International students should check the requirements of accreditation authorities in the location where they intend to teach. Course details Education (Middle Years) (Graduate Diploma)Shepparton
2012	Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary) (002098B)	Melbourne	1 year	Semester 1 (February)	$19 750
Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary) continued… Year 2012 Course description This course enables graduates to be accredited for primary teaching with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). It covers all areas of the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS) in the primary school curriculum: English, Mathematics, Science, Technology, the Humanities, Visual and Performing Arts, and Health and Physical Education. It also includes the Languages Other Than English (LOTE) teaching method for selected students with appropriate qualifications. For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional-entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. English Language Requirements Students whose degree is from a university in a non-English speaking country will require an overall academic IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.5 with no individual score below 7 and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening. Academic entry requirements An approved Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent. Mathematics to Year 11 is recommended. Special requirements Applicants must provide an original National Police Check (not more than a year old) from any jurisdiction in which the applicant has resided for 12 months or more in the past 10 years (after the age of 18). Students must obtain a Working With Children Check (WWC) upon course commencement. WWC applications are available through Australia Post offices. Additional costs Applicants who choose LOTE as a non-core option will be required to enrol in an additional 10 credit points. Professional recognition The course is recognised by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Graduates can work in Victoria, Australia. International students should check the requirements of accreditation authorities in the location where they intend to teach. Course details Education (Primary) (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
2012	Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) (071902G)	Bendigo Melbourne	1 year	Semester 1 (February)	$19 750
Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) continued… Year 2012 Course description This accredited course provides studies in preparation for teaching of secondary school students. Students complete a combination of theoretical and practical studies and select two teaching methods in specialist areas of the secondary curriculum (dependent on undergraduate majors/sub-majors). For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional-entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this teacher education course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. English Language Requirements Students whose degree is from a university in a non-English speaking country, and who are non-native speakers of English, will require an overall academic IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.5 with no individual score below 7 and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening. Academic entry requirements Applicants must hold an approved Bachelor's degree with major or sub-major sequences relevant to two secondary school curriculum studies. The Languages Other Than English (LOTE) option requires a major study or statement of language equivalence. Special requirements Applicants must provide an original National Police Check (not more than a year old) from any jurisdiction in which the applicant has resided for 12 months or more in the past 10 years (after the age of 18 years). Students must also apply for a Working With Children Check (WWC) upon course commencement. WWC applications are available through Australia Post offices. Professional recognition The course is recognised by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Graduates can work in Victoria, Australia. International students should check the requirements of accreditation authorities in the location where they intend to teach. Course details Education (Secondary) (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne Education (Secondary) (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
2012	Master of Teaching (P-12) (068092G)	Albury-Wodonga	18 months	February	$19 750
Master of Teaching (P-12) continued… Year 2012 Course description This course aims to prepare students to teach in primary and secondary schools in all areas of the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS) in the years of compulsory schooling. It provides a recognised teaching qualification for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Content includes foundation studies in education and advanced studies to VCE (Year 12) level in two curriculum areas that build on specific double major, major and sub-major studies in applicants' degree(s). Previous undergraduate studies determine the VCE areas graduates are qualified to teach. The Languages Other Than English (LOTE) method is available as an optional additional teaching method, and requires a major in the language to advanced level. English Language Requirements An overall academic IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.5 with no individual score below 7 and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening. Academic entry requirements An approved undergraduate Bachelor's degree and preferably one that meets the prerequisites for two learning area study sequences (i.e. specialist areas) as described in the Victorian Institute of Teaching Specialist Area Guidelines, visit the website Applicants with discipline studies in only one secondary school curriculum area are also eligible to apply. Special requirements Applicants must provide an original National Police Check (not more than a year old) from any jurisdiction in which the applicant has resided for 12 months or more in the past 10 years (after the age of 18 years). Students must also apply for a Working with Children (WWC) Check upon course commencement. WWC applications are available through Australia Post offices. Professional recognition The course is recognised by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Graduates can work in Victoria, Australia. International students should check the requirements of accreditation authorities in the location where they intend to teach. Course details Teaching (P-12) MasterAlbury-Wodonga

How to apply?

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Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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Special education

Your study experience

Primary teaching placements

You will do 60 days of practical experience in a variety of schools including government, Catholic, independent, rural and metropolitan.

Overseas study opportunities

You may be eligible for our student exchange program.

About the academic staff

You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Education or focus on staff in Primary teaching.