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The Master of Education is a flexible coursework program, offering the opportunity to exit at the Graduate Certificate in Educational Learning and Leadership or the Graduate Diploma in Educational Learning and Leadership. It is designed to meet the needs of professionals whose work has an educational component or some educational responsibility.

Classes reflect the latest theory and research in education. You will be taught by interesting educators who are active researchers, have extensive experience in their fields and will support, encourage and extend your learning.

Graduates have also continued with their study pathways enrolling in the Doctor of Education.

Please note that this course will not provide you with registration to teach in Australia. Students interested in becoming registered to teach in Australia should consider applying for either the Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education or Master of Teaching.

Course Essentials

How to apply

We are currently accepting applications for this course. Applications close on 25 January 2013

Methods of applying:

  • You can apply direct to VU

Please note that part-time study may not be available at all campuses.

Already a VU student?

You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.

For more info contact the
College of Education

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Careers

This course provides professional development and extension for:

  • teaching professionals
  • education administrators
  • researchers
  • educational policy makers

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

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Study pathways

There are recognised study pathways for this course. You may be able to complete your course faster by getting credit for previous study.

VU TAFE to undergraduate

You can get credit in the Master of Education (AMEB) if you have studied one of these TAFE courses at VU:

Vocational Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Education and Training

  • You may get two units of credit.

Transferring to VU

You can get credit in the Master of Education (AMEB) for study you have done at other universities. We have formal credit transfer arrangements for this course with the following universities

Western Autism Institute t/as Autism Teaching Institute

  • If you studied the Vocational Graduate Diploma of Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) you may get three units of credit.

To find out more about the pathways available for this course, please contact the .

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Get credit for your work, study and life experience through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Find out more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Graduate faster

If you've done previous study related to this course, you may be awarded credit. This means you can graduate in less time.

Completing this course also gives you a head-start on other at VU courses at a higher level of study.

We also award credit for relevant work and life experience. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Course Objectives

This course aims to develop within graduates the following attributes:

  • advanced knowledge about theories of learning and teaching and the application of these theories in their professional work;
  • skills and knowledge to lead educational innovation and professional learning in their workplace;
  • a strong theoretical perspective and critical literacy in education for lifelong learning informed by current research;
  • an understanding of the contemporary context of education, training and professional leadership;
  • an international perspective on education, change and leadership related to their professional field;
  • skills to develop and manage learning sites and programs in their professional field;
  • creativity and flexibility in the application of knowledge of new situations, to solve complex problems and to think rigorously and independently;
  • a high order of skill in analysis, critical evaluation and professional application in designing, conducting and reporting educational inquiry/research into professional practice;
  • a commitment to ethical action and social responsibility as an educator, professional and researcher.
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Units and electives

Students completing this course in full-time mode must complete 144 credit points over three semesters.

Year 1

Plus

TWO units selected from the CORE unit list

Plus

ONE additional unit selected from either the CORE unit list or the elective list

In the final semester students have two options.

Option 1: Complete TWO units

Option 2: Complete a Minor Thesis (either full-time or part-time)

OPTION 1:

TWO units selected from units offered in the core unit list and elective list

OPTION 2:

Or if part-time enrol in the following unit for two semesters:

Core units

Students must complete at least TWO of these:

Electives units

Students can exit after Semester 1 with the Graduate Certificate in Educational Learning and Leadership (ATEB).
Students can exit after Semester 2 with the Graduate Diploma in Educational Learning and Leadership (AGEB).

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

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Admission Information

  • International: The admission requirement for the Masters course is a three year first degree. Applicants with relevant work, education and/or community experience may be considered on the basis of equivalence. IELTS minimum 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
  • Mature: To qualify for admission to the course, applicants must have a university degree completed at a meritorious level, or an equivalent qualification as approved by the School of Education. To undertake the minor thesis option, the School of Education requires evidence of aptitude for a comprehensive research project. Extensive experience in the professional field is an advantage.
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How to apply for this course

We are currently accepting applications for this course.

You can apply direct to VU. Applications close on 25 January 2013.

When you're ready to apply:

  1. Read the Advice to applicants (contains details about how to apply for your course, extra requirements, what happens when you submit your application and other important information).
  2. Complete the Higher education direct entry application form.
  3. As part of the application you may need to complete extra requirements such as:
    • submit supplementary forms
    • attend an interview, audition, information session or workshop
    • submit a folio
    • sit a test

Details about extra requirements are available from the College of Education.

You need to complete all extra requirements by the given dates, otherwise your application may not be considered.

Transferring between VU courses

Want to transfer into this course from another VU course? Complete the Victoria University internal course application form and check whether you need to complete any extra requirements, listed above.

You can also contact us directly:

  • Faculty of Arts, Education and Human Development Student Centre
    Phone: +61 3 9919 4409
    Email:artscourses@vu.edu.au
  • Course Coordinator
    Mary Weaven
    Phone: +61 3 9919 9510
    Email: Mary.Weaven@vu.edu.au
  • Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100
  • Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU

Get in touch

Contact us to discuss your course options:

Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100

Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU

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Information about course fees, articulation and credit transfer, recognition of prior learning, admission and enrolment procedures, examinations, and services available to students can be accessed on the University’s website or by contacting the University directly on +61 3 9919 6100.

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