Select Page

The Master of Teaching (Primary) at the Australian College of Christian Studies opens the door to a rewarding new career where you can make a meaningful impact in children’s lives and learning.

You will develop expertise across the six key learning areas: English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Human Society and Its Environment, Creative Arts, and Health and Physical Education, which are all taught from a Christian perspective.

With 60 days of Professional Experience in schools, you will transition from theory to practice, stepping into real classrooms to apply your learning and discover the profound joy of teaching. Our comprehensive program is designed specifically for career changers, building on your life experience while equipping you with the pedagogical skills needed for classroom success.

By graduation, you will be fully prepared to launch your new career as a primary teacher, ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their communities.

$

Two years full-time (or part time equivalent) postgraduate degree

$

Explore curriculum, pedagogy and electives

$

Explore curriculum, pedagogy and electives

$

96 credit points (equivalent to 16 subjects)

$

Available online or in-class

$

FEE-HELP eligible

Upon completion, graduates meet the academic and professional requirements for teacher registration with the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA), enabling them to apply for teacher registration in other states and territories across Australia.

Modes of Delivery
In-class or online/ virtual
Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognised Australian bachelor’s degree (or equivalent international qualification) that meets the content requirements for Primary teaching.

English Language Proficiency
Strong English skills are essential for success in our courses, enabling you to engage fully in lectures, tutorials, assignments and professional experience placements.

  • If English is not your first language, you are required to provide evidence of
    proficiency.
  • Acceptable evidence includes an IELTS Academic result (or equivalent) of:
    o Overall: 7.5
    o Minimum: 7.0 Reading, 7.0 Writing, 8.0 Listening, 8.0 Speaking

Non-Academic Attributes
Personal Statement (NAAT Submission)
Applicants must submit a 150-word statement for each of the following:
1. Motivation & Suitability for Teaching – Why do you want to become a teacher? What skills and experiences have prepared you for this role?
2. Personal Learning & Leadership – Describe how you demonstrate conscientiousness and resilience when facing challenges.
3. Planning & Organisation Skills – Provide examples of how you plan and coordinate tasks in your personal or academic life.
4. Personal Values & Attributes – Share your key personal values, attributes, and abilities, and explain how they would be useful in a school setting.
Submit to: education@ccs.edu.au

Pre-Admission Interview
Eligible applicants must complete an interview (in-person or Zoom) with the Dean of Education (or delegate).

Selection Process
Admission is based on:
1. Academic achievement
2. NAAT submission
3. Interview performance

Advanced Standing (Credit Recognition)
If you have prior study, you may be eligible for credit. Contact the Admissions Team for details.

Course Load
  • 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
  • Generally, 9 hours per week per subject is required to do well, which includes lectures, readings and assignments
Suggested Subject Progression
The Primary Teaching program requires successful completion of:

Year One
  • Introduction to Learning and Teaching
  • Pedagogy for Learning
  • Teaching Students with Disabilities
  • Managing the Learning Environment – Primary
  • Curriculum in the Primary
  • English 1
  • Mathematics 1
  • Human Society and its Environment
  • Education: A Christian Perspective
  • Professional Experience 1
Year Two
  • Science and Technology
  • Creative Arts
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia
  • Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
  • English 2
  • Mathematics 2
  • English 3
  • The Teacher as Researcher
  • PP9502 Professional Experience 2

APPLY NOW.

ENQUIREAPPLY TODAY
Translate »