Postgraduate Course

Master of Education

Want to take the next step in your education career? Deepen your expertise and become and leader with a Master of Education.

What type of student are you?

Murdoch code
M1313
Study mode
Part Time or Full Time
Duration
1.5
Selection rank
CRICOS code
106088F
First year fee (domestic)
$17,280
First year fee (international)
$34,320
Full course fee (domestic)
$25,920
Full course fee (international)
$51,480
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The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Overview

Designed for educational practitioners, in-service teachers, educational administrators and other education professionals, this course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to be a successful leader in the field of education.

In this 3-semester course, you’ll explore critical issues in practice, policy and research strengthening your professional learning, and enhancing you career pathway.

As part of the course core, you’ll complete a project in addition to units such as Introduction to Research for Educators, Workplace Policy and Practice, and Pathways to Understanding Education.

As a stepping stone towards the Master of Education, our Graduate Certificate in Education (C1153) will provide you with advanced standing into the Master of Education itself.

3 reasons to study Master of Education at Murdoch

  1. Specialise in a number of contemporary majors of your choice.
  2. Enjoy flexible learning with options for after-work classes or intensive classes in school holidays.
  3. Students who choose International Education as a major may also qualify to receive International Baccalaureate (IB) educator certificate.

What you’ll learn

  • Learn educational research principles and methods
  • Explore the nexus of education theory and practice
  • Plan and implement research projects in diverse contexts
  • Create, lead and implement educational initiatives and evaluate outcomes

Your future career

As a Murdoch education masters graduate, you’ll join an established group of educators who are resilient, confident and making a real difference every day, both locally and around the world.

Professional accreditation

The course has achieved accreditation status with International Baccalaureate Organization for those students undertaking the International Education major in Graduate Certificate of Education and Master of Education, as part of their degree. Professional accreditation ensures that the University remains one of around 50 universities worldwide to offer the International Baccalaureate certificates to broaden students’ horizons in international education, boost their career prospects and enhance their mobility after graduation.

This offering does NOT constitute a teaching qualification and is not accredited by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).

 

Professional recognition

This offering does not constitute a teaching qualification and is not accredited by the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).

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Structure

To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.

Total credit points: 36

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Course Core24 credit points
Required Units24 credit points
EDU610Introduction to Research for Educators6
EDN658Workplace Policy and Practice6
EDN678Pathways to Understanding Education6
EDU660Education Project6
Major12 credit points
MJ-ELE-Learning12
OR
MJ-ISNEInclusive and Special Needs Education12
OR
MJ-ILInstructional Leadership12
OR
MJ-IEInternational Education12
OR
MJ-ELEDTeaching English (7–10)12
OR
MJ-HSEDTeaching Humanities and Social Sciences (7-10)12
OR
MJ-TMTeaching Mathematics12
OR
MJ-TSTeaching Science12
OR
MJ-SPLFSustainable Pedagogies for Liveable Futures12
OR
MJ-ACEAustralian and Comparative Education12
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Entry requirements

Bachelor of Education (AQF Level 7) or equivalent OR a bachelor degree from any discipline (AQF level 7) and at least 2 years full time (or equivalent) of teaching experience in the education sector.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai  and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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Fees and scholarships

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Scholarships

Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship.

Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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How to apply

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Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

  • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
  • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

Recommended documents (if applicable)

  1. Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
  2. Change of name documentation
  3. Marriage certificate
  4. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

  1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
    • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
    • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
  2. Genuine Student (GS) documents (if applicable) - Check the GS requirements page for further information
    • GS Form 2
    • Personal Statement (SOP)
    • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
  3. A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

  1. Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
  2. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
  3. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
  4. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
  5. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
  6. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
How to apply
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.