Master of Education at the University of Sydney

Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction Full Time

Master of Education

at University of Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

000674B

CRICOS provider code

00026A

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

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$54,100 total

Per year

A$54,100/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Master of Education at the University of Sydney is designed to deepen your understanding of educational theories and practices, focusing on curriculum and instruction. This one-year master's degree offers an advanced exploration of the forces shaping education in diverse contexts and equips you with the skills to implement effective teaching strategies. Through a critical lens, students engage with current issues in education and examine innovative approaches to curriculum development and instructional design.

This programme follows the structure typical of Australian qualifications, consisting of various units of study that accumulate credit points. With a total of 48 credit points required to complete the course, students engage in a mixture of theoretical and practical learning activities, culminating in a capstone project that presents real-world application of knowledge. The incorporation of work-integrated learning opportunities enables students to collaborate with schools and educational organisations, gaining insights into the professional landscape.

In addition to acquiring advanced theoretical knowledge, students will develop key skills such as critical thinking, research methods, and effective communication. The Master of Education is particularly suited to current educators seeking to enhance their qualifications, individuals transitioning into the education sector, or professionals looking to effect educational change. Graduates will emerge with a richer understanding of pedagogical principles, research capacity, and an ability to contribute to the development and implementation of educational innovations.

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.