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Master of Teaching (Junior Primary and Primary)

Program director/s

• Dr Yvonne Zeegers (MMJP - Junior Primary and Primary)

This program is not available externally.

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

The program aims to develop skilled, committed and flexible education professionals who have the knowledge and pedagogical skills to promote effective and inclusive learning in junior primary and primary settings.

Entry requirements

At least a three year degree from a recognised higher education institution, or equivalent.

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
• 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 (CHS) is required by teacher-employment authorities in South Australia, in other parts of Australia and overseas. A successful CHS 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 the relevant CHS 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 CHS 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, comprising 72 units. The program includes core education studies, a professional experience (practicum) strand and courses in each of the recognised learning areas of the curriculum.

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

Program requirements

Rules

1. Students are required to work progressively through the core, curriculum, and practicum courses.
2. Credit will not be approved for any study undertaken as part of the qualification required for entry to the Master of Teaching (Junior Primary and Primary).
3. Credit will be considered for studies from incomplete awards and from completed awards over and above the qualification required for entry to the Master of Teaching (Junior Primary and Primary).
4. Students who have completed, as part of the qualification required for entry into the Master of Teaching (Junior Primary and Primary) a course which is equivalent to a Master of Teaching (Junior Primary and Primary) course may apply to take studies-in-lieu whereby they may enrol in an alternative course in place of a course scheduled in the program. No substitution of any practicum courses will be permitted.
5. Students studying part-time should ensure they are available full-time during school hours for the practicum within the courses Professional Practice and Reflection 1, 2 and 3. Dates will be specified in the practicum calendar on the School of Education website.
6. Students must adhere to the protocols for placement in the practicum which can be found on the School of Education practicum website.
7. The second half year of study in Year 2 is a 'professional' study period. In this study period students will apply the knowledge and skills developed in previous courses and during their professional experience placements, to preparing for entry into the Teaching Profession. As such, students will choose three of the four Education Studies courses offered in Year 2, SP5.

Notes

1. EDUC 4152 Professional Practice and Reflection 1 requires 14 days practicum in either a junior primary or primary classroom. This is to be made up of 5 introductory days and a block of nine days in either a junior primary or primary classroom. A co-requisite of one curriculum course is required.
2. EDUC 4153 Professional Practice and Reflection 2 requires 25 days practicum in either a junior primary or primary classroom. This is to be made up of 5 introductory days and a block of four weeks. Prerequisites are EDUC 4152 Professional Practice and Reflection 1 and all the curriculum courses scheduled for the first half of First Year.
3. EDUC 4154 Professional Practice and Reflection 3 requires 30 days practicum as a five week block in either a junior primary or primary classroom, with five lead-in days for preparation. The prerequisites are EDUC 4153 Professional Practice and Reflection 2 and all the curriculum courses scheduled for First Year.

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