Master of Primary Teaching

Griffith University

The program provides professional preparation for teaching in primary school (Prep to Year 6) settings. It is designed for graduates from a non-education background wishing to teach in this context. This postgraduate pre-service teacher education program is offered in intensive mode to enable completion in one and a half years or over two years full-time. The program provides professional preparation for teaching in primary school (Prep to Year 6) settings. It is designed for graduates from a non-education background wishing to teach in this context. The program covers the theory and practice of teaching concentrating on the characteristics of learners the social and educational contexts of education curriculum studies and professional experience in relevant settings.Graduates of the Master of Primary Teaching will be eligible to apply for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers and be prepared for teaching positions in the public or private sector which can lead to senior positions such as a head of department or principal. Students wishing to seek teacher registration in another state or internationally should seek advice from the appropriate professional body.

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