Master of Teaching (Primary and Middle)
2008 | 2009 | 2010Division of Education, Arts and Social Sciences | School of Education
| Program Code: LMPM Program Level: Postgraduate SATAC code: 4CM074 Home Campus:
Mawson Lakes Program Length (in EFTSL):
2 |
Program director/s
- Mr Brenton Fopp (LMPM - Primary and Middle)
HOW TO APPLY
DOMESTIC STUDENTS ONLY
Applications to this program are online via SATAC's Gradstart portal.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY
Applications to this program are via UniSA's Apply Online portal.
Aim
To prepare professionally competent graduates who understand the moral, ethical and political dimensions of teaching and the teaching profession; the diversity of the communities in which they will work and the need to be guided by principles of social and ecological justice as they effect positive changes in students' lives.
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed at least a three-year degree from a recognised higher education institution, or equivalent.
In addition, applicants must meet the prerequisites for the two learning areas in which they intend to specialise. In all cases this will be at least 2 minors in two subject areas relevant to the Learning Areas taught in years 3-9. These include Arts Education (includes Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts); Design and Technology Education (includes Agriculture, Home Economics, Information Technology, Design and Technology); English Education; Health and Physical Education; Languages Education (includes English as a Second Language, Languages Other Than English); Mathematics Education; Studies of Society and Environment (includes Geography, History, Social Studies etc); Science Education.
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission:
- English Language Test (see Note 1)
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
- Reading, writing, listening and speaking - 6.5
- Overall band score - 7.0
- CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) (University of Cambridge ESOL examination)
- Grade of B
- CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) (University of Cambridge ESOL examination)
- Grade of A
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) equivalent to IELTS above
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
- English Language Programs
- Successful completion of the CELUSA Academic English Program - Level 6
- Other qualifications
- Successful completion of a tertiary qualification at diploma level or above completed in Australia within the last two years; or
- Successful completion of at least two years of tertiary study at diploma level or above conducted and completed in English within the last five years in a country in which English is commonly used, as determined by the University (see Note 2). Where the study in English was more than five years ago, this requirement may be satisfied by subsequent and recent work experience of at least two years duration in a setting where English is the language of business subject to satisfactory evidence as determined by the University.
Note 1: Results from IELTS, University of Cambridge ESOL examinations and TOEFL are valid for two years.
Note 2: The University, through UniSA International, maintains a list of countries where English is commonly used and which would satisfy this criterion. This may include particular educational institutions within a given non-English speaking country where English is the language of instruction.
Note 3: Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
Applicants are advised that a successful criminal history screening clearance is required for all students prior to their undertaking any professional experience/practicum placement that involves contact with minors (under 18 years of age). Information on the procedure to be followed for obtaining clearance will be provided with the letter of offer or may be viewed at the School of Education criminal history screening web page. These placements form a compulsory part of the program. A successful clearance may also be required for other courses, eg to enter any school, pre-school or childcare centre for any reason, including on placement, observation or visits, unless the students are already registered teachers.
Content/structure
The program is equivalent to two years of full-time study, that is 72 units, but is offered in accelerated mode over 18 months as reflected in the schedule below. The program includes Education Studies, Learning Area Studies, Professional Experience (in each of the three Study Periods) and a Professional Option.
Professional Recognition
Graduates will meet the academic requirement for registration as teachers in South Australia. However, applicants should note that there are other criteria determining eligibility for registration by the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia, which are outlined in the Teachers Registration and Standards Act 2004 and Teachers Registration and Standards. Regulations 2005.
Fee information
Fees for Domestic students: Commonwealth SupportedFees for Commonwealth Supported Students are calculated at the course level. Click on individual courses in the schedule below to determine total program fees.
Program requirements
| Course name | Area + Cat. No. | Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST YEAR | |||
| First Half (Study Period 1, 2 or 3) | |||
| EDUC 4198 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
Reflective Practice 1 (see Notes 1 and 4) | EDUC 4094 | 4.5 | 0.125 |
| EDUC 4175 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| EDUC 4138 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| EDUC 4176 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| Second Half (Study Period 4, 5 or 6) | |||
| EDUC 4196 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
Reflective Practice 2 (see Notes 2 and 4) | EDUC 4043 | 4.5 | 0.125 |
| EDUC 2046 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| EDUC 4177 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| EDUC 4178 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| SECOND YEAR | |||
| First Half (Study Period 1, 2 or 3) | |||
| Study Period 1 (Summer) | |||
| EDUC 4169 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| Study Period 2 | |||
Reflective Practice 3 (see Notes 3 and 4) | EDUC 4055 | 9 | 0.250 |
| EDUC 4136 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| EDUC 4195 | 4.5 | 0.125 | |
| EDUC 1072 | 4.5 | 0.125 |
Notes
- EDUC 4094 Reflective Practice 1 includes 13 days of full-time activities in education settings.
- EDUC 4043 Reflective Practice 2 includes 25 days of full-time professional experience in education settings.
- EDUC 4055 Reflective Practice 3 includes 30 days of full-time professional experience in education settings.
- The prerequisites for EDUC 4043 Reflective Practice 2 are EDUC 4094 Reflective Practice 1 and 9 units of learning area courses. The prerequisites for EDUC 4055 Reflective Practice 3 are EDUC 4043 Reflective Practice 2 and 18 units of learning area courses.