Master of Education (Professional Practice)
Education
The Master of Education is intended for registered/accredited teachers across Australia, or student otherwise who hold an education qualification from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants will have previously completed, or be in the process of completing the nested in courses EDC101 Graduate Certificate in STEM Education and / or EDC102 Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership. The Master of Education further develops students' knowledge and skills by providing a critical overview
Official- Duration
- 1 years
- Online
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Bruce
- ACT · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 114239G
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Course overview
The Master of Education is intended for registered/accredited teachers across Australia, or student otherwise who hold an education qualification from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants will have previously completed, or be in the process of completing the nested in courses EDC101 Graduate Certificate in STEM Education and / or EDC102 Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership. The Master of Education further develops students' knowledge and skills by providing a critical overview of research perspectives and practices, giving students the opportunity to examine the challenges experienced by learners with diverse needs, apply pedagogies and strategies that can be implemented to support wellbeing and solidify their own personal learning through the development of a professional portfolio. With a close nexus between research and practice, students are provided the most contemporary knowledge and skills to allow them to develop their career as school leaders and specialist educators. The course places emphasis on students being able to understand how research and theory influence teaching practice and on how to reflect on these learnings to further develop educational approaches to stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving field of education. Covering a breadth of subject matter, students will gain an understanding of how learning, teaching and curriculum intersect and articulate strategic initiatives to strengthen education systems. This fully online course is delivered across a series of accelerated units and can be completed in two six month periods of focused study. This course contains the nested courses EDC101 Graduate Certificate in STEM Education and EDC102 Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Most University of Canberra coursework postgraduate admission is based on an AQF-equivalent bachelor degree. Some courses also consider grades, relevant paid work experience or recognised professional membership. 2. Bachelor-equivalent qualification or an expressly permitted experience/RPL route; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7.5L 8 · R 7 · W 7 · S 8
- TOEFL iBTOverall 102L 28 · R 24 · W 27 · S 26
- PTE AcademicOverall 73L 79 · R 65 · W 65 · S 79
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 191L 200 · R 185 · W 185 · S 200
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 191L 200 · R 185 · W 185 · S 200
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Most University of Canberra coursework postgraduate admission is based on an AQF-equivalent bachelor degree. Some courses also consider grades, relevant paid work experience or recognised professional membership.
Additional entry requirement
Bachelor-equivalent qualification or an expressly permitted experience/RPL route; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Bruce, Canberra | — | — | $34,000per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Bruce, Canberra | — | — | — | International students |
| 2026 · Trimester 3 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | 26 October 2026 | — | — | International students |
| 2026 · Trimester 3 | Bruce, Canberra | 26 October 2026 | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Education (Professional Practice)canberra.edu.au
- University of Canberracanberra.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International Course Guide 2027Official source
- UC College International Entry Requirements 2026Official source
- ELICOS course 2027Official source
- Standard academic entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source