Advance your career

'My Master of Education studies at QUT, focusing on STEM in Education and Inclusive Education, directly relates to my role as a high school teacher in the Philippines. I am studying at QUT as part of a project aimed at advancing STEM education in the Philippines. The insights gained from the various Master of Education units and other learning opportunities at QUT have proven invaluable and directly applicable to our roles as educators.'

Karen Rachel San Pablo, Philippines
Master of Education student

Student-centred approach

'I've always dreamed of studying and living overseas, and my dream finally came true when I enrolled at QUT. I truly appreciate the lectures, which are taught with a strong student-centred approach. This resonates with me, and will enable me to progress both professionally and personally as a passionate educator.'

Kathryn (Kat) Lising, Philippines
Master of Education (Educational Leadership)

Relevant, collaborative learning

'Postgraduate study was very helpful to my current job in leadership development and I was able to use real-world work issues as the basis for many assessment items. I was encouraged to share my knowledge of adult education in a corporate environment with those from a school environment, and in turn, was able to learn from the other students.'

Karin Hanbidge
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'My Master of Education studies at QUT, focusing on STEM in Education and Inclusive Education, directly relates to my role as a high school teacher in the Philippines. I am studying at QUT as part of a project aimed at advancing STEM education in the Philippines. The insights gained from the various Master of Education units and other learning opportunities at QUT have proven invaluable and directly applicable to our roles as educators.'

Karen Rachel San Pablo, Philippines
Master of Education student

Student-centred approach

'I've always dreamed of studying and living overseas, and my dream finally came true when I enrolled at QUT. I truly appreciate the lectures, which are taught with a strong student-centred approach. This resonates with me, and will enable me to progress both professionally and personally as a passionate educator.'

Kathryn (Kat) Lising, Philippines
Master of Education (Educational Leadership)

Relevant, collaborative learning

'Postgraduate study was very helpful to my current job in leadership development and I was able to use real-world work issues as the basis for many assessment items. I was encouraged to share my knowledge of adult education in a corporate environment with those from a school environment, and in turn, was able to learn from the other students.'

Karin Hanbidge

Highlights

Highlights

  • Build a qualification that’s right for you - deep specialisation, or a mix of topics.
  • Ideal if you want to gain specialist knowledge, change career direction, or advance your career.
  • Learn today, use tomorrow with our real-world courses.
  • Suitable for international student visa holders studying full-time on campus or international student non-visa holders studying online from their home country.
  • Within this course, you may choose from the following specialisations:
    • early childhood
    • educational leadership 
    • inclusive education
    • STEM in education
    • TESOL
    • or select units from across the specialisation study areas. 

Subsidised fees available

This course is one of many Commonwealth Supported Places QUT have secured to make postgraduate study more affordable and accessible. Make an even bigger difference by studying a course that is in tune with your classroom and your career.

Why choose this course?

The Master of Education course is flexible and innovative and can be custom designed to your needs.

Our world-class academics are leaders in their fields who will engage you in deep professional learning and reflection to expand your knowledge and skills. The teaching team has extensive experience, and the course is backed by QUT’s evidence-based research programs working to develop solutions to current and emerging issues in education.

The Master of Education is not designed to lead to initial teacher registration. If you are seeking a teaching qualification the Bachelor of Education or Master of Teaching may be suitable for you.

If you are already a registered teacher or aren’t seeking a teacher registration, the best option is the Master of Education.

This course information is for international students, however the Master of Education is also available for domestic students.

Explore this course

What to expect

You can build a Master of Education qualification just for you. The course has three components:

  1. Choose one specialisation OR units of your choice. If you meet the advanced standing requirements for the one-year program, go to step 2.
  2. Add a specialisation OR units of your choice.
  3. Add a research component tailored to your interests and workplace needs.  

You may choose to specialise in early childhood, educational leadership, inclusive education, STEM in education specialisation, TESOL; or select units from across the specialisation study areas.

Flexible delivery

The Master of Education online delivery is available to onshore, non-student visa holders. This course is not available to international students on Australian government international student visas. If you hold a different visa which allows you to study, you may be able to undertake flexible study.

Careers and outcomes

Careers and outcomes

You can build the course to suit your personal development needs and career aspirations.

Past graduates have secured leadership positions within middle management in schools, within educational systems, and within a variety of other professional settings such as hospitals, government, and community organisations.

Our graduates will develop specialist knowledge and skills in their chosen field of specialisation, enabling them to lead effective education programs and practices.

Early exit

You can exit the course with a Graduate Certificate in Education following completion of any four masters units.

Research pathways

If you are interested in pursuing higher degree research it is recommended that you include 48 credit points of research units to build your capabilities.

Details and units

To graduate with a Master of Education you are required to complete 144 credit points of course units.

In a standard 1.5-year full-time progression, you will complete three components made up of:

  • 48 credit points of one Specialisation or option units
  • 48 credit points of a second Specialisation or option units
  • 48 credit points of research units* or 36 credit points of research units plus 12 credit points of options.

In a one-year full-time progression (having been awarded 48 credit points of advanced standing), you will complete two components made up of:

  • 48 credit points of one Specialisation or option units
  • 48 credit points of research units* or 36 credit points of research units plus 12 credit points of options.

 *If you are intending to pursue higher degree research it is recommended you complete 48 credit points of research.

Requirements

Course code
EU71
CRICOS code
081798G
Delivery
  • Online
  • Kelvin Grove
Duration
1 - 1.5 years full-time
2 - 3 years part-time
Duration
1 - 1.5 years full-time
2 - 3 years part-time
Entry
Entry
February and June
June intake starts last Monday in June. The online delivery is available to onshore, non-student visa holders.

Minimum academic requirements

Entry requirements

1.5-year program

You must have a recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.

1-year program

You must have one of the following recognised completed:

  • bachelor honours degree in teaching or education; or
  • bachelor degree in any discipline plus graduate certificate in teaching or education; or
  • graduate diploma (or higher qualification) in teaching or education; or
  • bachelor degree in teaching or education followed by at least two years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in teaching or education^.

^ If applying on the basis of work experience you must submit a detailed CV, position details, and employment statements. All work experience must be after completion of your degree studies.

June intake

If you are interested in June start please note the course starts last Monday in June, three weeks before semester 2 starts. Please view July (6TP4) dates to find out more.

Minimum English language requirements

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.

Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.

If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.

We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

English Test
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
Overall 6.5
Listening 6
Reading 6
Writing 6
Speaking 6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
Overall 176
Listening 169
Reading 169
Writing 169
Speaking 169
PTE Academic
Overall 58
Listening 50
Reading 50
Writing 50
Speaking 50
TOEFL iBT
Overall 79
Listening 16
Reading 16
Writing 21
Speaking 18
English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake 6.5 6 6 6 6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. 		176 169 169 169 169
PTE Academic 58 50 50 50 50
TOEFL iBT 79 16 16 21 18

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

2025 fees

2025: CSP $4,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2025 fees

2025: $34,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2024 fees

2024: CSP $4,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2024 fees

2024: $32,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)

HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees

You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.

Find out more about government loans

Scholarships

You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.

Browse all scholarships

International Merit Scholarship

A high achievement scholarship for future international undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Scholarship eligibility
Academic performance

QUT Real World International Scholarship

A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.

Scholarship eligibility
Academic performance

You may also be eligible for

Centrelink payments

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