Master in Primary Education

Tuition fees for Master in Primary Education are 38,000 AUD per year.

Graduates of this programme are prepared for diverse career paths across government, Catholic, and independent school systems, both within Australia and internationally. Beyond traditional classroom roles, alumni frequently transition into leadership positions, human services, training, children's services, media, and various service-oriented industries, leveraging their expertise in pedagogy and student development.

This course is specifically designed to align with current national standards for teacher education, ensuring that graduates are equipped with contemporary skills and a deep understanding of educational theory. The programme emphasizes practical application, with a core focus on professional practice that includes 80 days of supervised teaching experience. Students benefit from a range of placement models, including opportunities for urban, regional, international, and cultural settings, allowing them to build a robust professional network and gain real-world classroom confidence before graduation.

Distinctive Specialisations

Students have the opportunity to tailor their primary education focus through a variety of discipline-specific specialisations, including:

• STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics)
• Arts, English, and Humanities
• Mathematics and Science
• Physical Education and Health Education
• Languages (French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, and Indonesian)

La Trobe University in Melbourne, founded in 1964, is a research-led institution serving around 22,000 students with a broad portfolio of academic offerings across approximately 40 program areas. La Trobe combines academic rigor with strong industry ties to deliver degrees that emphasize employability, research experience and global perspectives. The university is recognized for strengths across health, science, education and the creative and social sciences.

Students benefit from integrated practical learning opportunities, including internships, community-engaged projects and industry placements embedded within many courses. La Trobe’s international student services offer language assistance, career counseling and wellbeing programs that support academic adjustment and life in Australia. Collaborative teaching formats and research-informed coursework encourage critical thinking and cross-cultural exchange among diverse cohorts.

Melbourne’s dynamic cultural scene, startup ecosystem and professional networks make it an attractive backdrop for study and work opportunities. La Trobe supports students with accommodation guidance, scholarship pathways and practical advice on living in the city. Prospective international applicants should consult program pages and the international office for entry requirements, intake dates and tailored guidance to plan a successful study experience in Melbourne.