MC-TEACGL v.1 Master of Teaching Studies (Global Education)
MTeachStds(Curtin)
Registered full-time Duration:
2 Years
Course Overview
Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
This high quality, teacher education program will provide a formal teaching qualification targeted to meet the requirements of the local teaching authority in your country. The course draws on Curtin’s expertise in designing and delivering teacher education programs accredited in Australia. These programs consistently prepare graduates with the skills and knowledge they need to be effective school teachers who make a positive impact on children’s learning. Rigorous theoretical studies are authentically linked to local school contexts during three professional experience placements in schools. Placement units are developed and delivered in partnership with local education providers, ensuring recognition and respect for local education priorities and perspectives. As a graduate of the Master of Teaching Studies (Global Education), you will be a classroom ready teacher who is empowered to create better education outcomes for your country’s children.
Professional Recognition
This course is designed to provide a recognised teaching qualification in your country.
Course Accreditation Status
Accreditation for this course will be sought from the relevant authority in the local country so that graduates of the course will be endorsed as registered teachers.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this degree will have the skills, knowledge and experience required to teach in pre-school and primary school settings in their local country. Additional career roles include education administrator, curriculum developer, and policy development officer.
Additional Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma. All Curtin courses have compulsory and other core capabilities that are essential for demonstrating the achievement of course learning outcomes and graduation. Students who are unable to meet or demonstrate those requirements, now or in later stages during their studies, may seek reasonable adjustments by the University wherever possible to facilitate alternative ways of achieving those requirements. If reasonable adjustments cannot be accommodated, Curtin will discuss study options to find an alternative course of study or an exit degree. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Applicants require a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised institution, with studies equivalent to at least one year FTE in areas relating to the early years or primary school curricula approved by the local teaching authority. Applicants will also be required to meet non-academic entry requirements, assessed by completion of an online questionnaire. The questionnaire is designed to allow applicants to demonstrate that they possess key attributes and motivations associated with effective teaching. Students will be required to have a current and valid clearance for Working with Children as required in the country in which the placement provider is located. They will also need to meet any other relevant local requirements before engaging in any work with children or professional experience. If students have any doubt about their eligibility to acquire these clearances they should contact the local Teacher Registration Authority.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for Credit for Recognised Learning are not considered within this course.
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Education as a pathway for entry into this course may be eligible to receive credit for units studied as part of that degree.
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au
Course Organisation
Master Degrees (Coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.
This course includes professional experience units which are undertaken concurrently with core studies. All students are required to successfully complete three compulsory professional experience placements in schools as part of designated units throughout the course. Placements are to be undertaken in a specified configuration such as a full-time block of days. There will be additional requirements associated with placements, such as pre-placement seminars, and being required to travel independently to the placement school. Students will need to plan carefully to ensure they are able to meet these commitments. Further details will be provided in advance of the placement.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. draw from theory and research to apply knowledge of the needs of students from diverse backgrounds and across the full range of abilities to enhance learning
2. apply high-level discipline knowledge, principles and concepts associated with effective teaching
3. assess student learning and analyse diverse sources of data to support valid judgements of student learning
4. plan and deliver effective teaching and learning experiences with demonstrated impact
5. use technologies appropriately for learning and teaching
6. engage in professional learning and demonstrate capacity for leadership
7. engage in critical and reflective practice based on local, national and international research
8. create and manage positive learning environments for all students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds
9. communicate professionally and engage collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and the community
Duration and Availability
This course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| EDEC5004 | v.1 | Language, Literacy and Communications in Early Childhood | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC5030 | v.1 | Professional Experience Global: Planning, Assessment and Reporting | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDPR5003 | v.1 | Teaching Number, Algebra and Probability in the Primary Years | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC5005 | v.2 | Theories of Development and Learning | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| EDUC5006 | v.1 | Creative Technologies | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC5011 | v.1 | Developing Positive Learning Environments | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDEC5005 | v.1 | Humanities and Science in Early Childhood | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDPR5005 | v.1 | Teaching Science in the Primary Years | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| EDUC6044 | v.1 | Professional Experience Global: Using Data to Inform Teaching and Learning | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDPR5007 | v.1 | Quantitative Mathematics for Science Inquiry | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDPR5008 | v.1 | Teaching Arts in the Primary Years | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDPR5006 | v.1 | Teaching Language and Literature in the Primary Years | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| EDUC5027 | v.1 | Diverse Abilities and Curriculum Differentiation | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDEC5010 | v.1 | Family and Community Contexts | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC5009 | v.1 | Pedagogies for Diversity | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC6045 | v.1 | Professional Experience Global: Transition into the Profession | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: http://students.curtin.edu.au/contact_offices.cfm. For Domestic Future Students: Curtin Connect Future Students, enquiries: https://future.connect.curtin.edu.au/ , Tel: +61-1300 222 888. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au, Tel: +61-8-9266 7331.
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International students
International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable to international students, refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.
