Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction Full Time

Master of Teaching

at Charles Darwin University · Darwin, Northern Territory

CRICOS course code

097217C

CRICOS provider code

00300K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$56,208 total

Per year

A$28,104/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Teaching at Charles Darwin University is aimed at graduates who wish to become accredited teachers in Australia or broaden their expertise in curriculum and instruction. Students complete core units covering pedagogy, educational theory, curriculum planning, and classroom management, focusing on the school years relevant to their teaching specialisation. This two-year master's degree is structured around units of study, each with their own credit point value, and typically includes compulsory professional experience placements in Australian schools.

Australian teaching degrees like this one are mapped to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), ensuring that graduates meet the academic and professional standards for registration. Expect to gain experience through supervised teaching practice and to develop practical skills such as lesson planning, student assessment, and differentiation for diverse learners. All teaching degrees require a high level of English proficiency, with the published minimum typically at IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. Check the official university page for precise English and academic entry requirements.

Students can choose electives or specialisations that align with the curriculum and teaching areas required by Australian schools. A capstone professional placement is a major feature, giving students the chance to practice teaching in real classrooms. This hands-on experience helps prepare future teachers for employment and meets the requirements set by Australian teacher registration authorities. International students have the right to work 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods, and may be eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after graduation, subject to current government conditions.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Classroom teacher in Australian primary or secondary schools
Curriculum coordinator
Education consultant in government or private sector
Learning support teacher
Educational policy advisor
Roles in Indigenous education support (especially relevant in the Northern Territory)

These roles are available in state, independent, and Catholic school sectors as well as education agencies and not-for-profits.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Teaching at Charles Darwin University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$56,208 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Classroom teacher in Australian primary or secondary schoolsCurriculum coordinatorEducation consultant in government or private sectorLearning support teacherEducational policy advisorRoles in Indigenous education support (especially relevant in the Northern Territory)These roles...

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