Master of Education
A master’s degree designed to extend your knowledge of educational issues, deepen your professional expertise, providing skills needed to create a research-informed future for the education sector.
In this program you will:
- Work with UniSC’s highly trained staff to translate your ideas into a research project
- Specialise in Steiner Education, Educational Leadership, Education Research, Advanced Education Studies, or Health and Wellbeing
- Have the flexibility to study with others online or on campus, with online learning materials designed to integrate into your busy lifestyle
Reach your personal development and leadership goals by studying a Master of Education degree with UniSC.
Now save up to 78% on fees through Government funded places.
All eligible domestic applicants will receive a guaranteed Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
If you have current work experience of two or more years as a teacher, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for up to 48 credit points in the MEd program.
Location
Duration
Part-time only Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP / Fee-payingStart
- Semester 1
- Semester 1
Career opportunities
- Academic
- Education advisor
- Head of Department
- School or program leader
- Start
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- Semester 1
- Semester 1
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Online
- Total courses
- 8
- Total units
- 144
- Duration
- 3 years 3 years
- UniSC program code
- ED705
- Program coordinator
Required courses (2) 48 units
EDN701 Researching Education(24 units)
EDN704 Communicating Education Research Outcomes(24 units)
Required research courses (2) 48 units
EDN702 Designing Research(24 units)
EDN703 Education Research Project(24 units)
PLUS select 1 specialisation (48 units) from:
Advanced Education Studies
Education Research
Educational Leadership
Health and Wellbeing
Steiner Education
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.
- Students admitted to the program with a completed Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) (AQF Level 8) or Master of Teaching in Education (AQF Level 9) may be eligible to apply for up to 48 units of credit towards the Advanced Education Studies specialisation.
- For students who have a 3-year bachelor degree in the education discipline or a bachelor degree qualification in a discipline other than education, entry to the Master of Education can be through the completion of the Graduate Certificate in Education, or similar qualification.
- Students admitted to the program on the basis of completion of the Graduate Certificate in Education will not be eligible for credit. Students will be required to select alternative elective courses at Masters level with Program Leader approval.
- Please note this program is designed to be studied part-time
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- Note: The Master of Education is a postgraduate qualification designed for educators currently working in the field. It does not qualify graduates for teacher registration. Online study requires students to virtually attend weekly live tutorial sessions, generally held after 5pm AEST during teaching periods.
This study sequence reflects the current program structure. Continuing students must follow their commencing structure, which can be found in the previous student handbooks.
A four year Bachelor’s degree from a recognised higher education institution in the education discipline, or Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary), or Master of Teaching, or Graduate Certificate in Education (AQF level 8 or equivalent), or similar qualification. For students who have a 3-year bachelor degree in the education discipline or a bachelor degree qualification in a discipline other than education, entry to the Master of Education can be through the completion of the Graduate Certificate in Education, or similar qualification.
Additional entry information
Standard English language requirements apply.
Components of Steiner courses are delivered in intensive mode via face to face workshops ranging between 2–10 days delivery. Attendance at these workshops are mandatory.
Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program.
Refer to Master of Education and Graduate Certificates in Education - Inherent Academic requirements
UniSC strongly supports the rights of all people to pursue studies. The University embraces diversity and endeavours to accommodate all students.
What are Inherent Academic Requirements (IARs)?
The IARs of a program are those fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the program, while maintaining the academic integrity of that program.
Students with a disability or chronic health condition may be able to have reasonable adjustments made to enable them to meet these requirements.
UniSC is committed to making reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, placement and other activities to enable students to participate in their program.
Reasonable adjustments must not fundamentally change the nature of the IAR.
Consideration is given to a student's cultural and religious background/beliefs, which may impact on participation in their program or course. For further information contact Student Support.
Why are Inherent Academic Requirements (IARs) important?
IARs ensure the academic integrity of a program is maintained and preserves the University's learning, assessment and accreditation processes. They must be met by all students.
How does this affect you?
To successfully complete a program at UniSC, you need to be able to meet all the Inherent Academic Requirements.
If you are applying for a program, you should read the IAR statement carefully to ensure you are able to meet them.
If you have a disability or chronic health condition, contact a UniSC Disability Advisor to talk about the adjustments that may be put in place so you can meet the requirements.
- CSP estimate
- A$2,312
- Fee-paying estimate
- A$10,608 - 2025 Fees
Additional student costs
Estimated costs for students will be for prescribed textbooks (approximately $500). Students will also require access to computer equipment and the internet to facilitate accessing electronic resources and engaging with course materials online.
Commonwealth supported places
Commonwealth supported places are substantially subsidised by the Australian Government so that students only pay 'student contribution" amounts. The student contribution amount will vary depending on the course you are studying and how much funding the Government provides.
If you accept a Commonwealth supported place you are a Commonwealth supported student. As a Commonwealth supported student you must make a contribution towards the cost of your education (unless you are enrolled in Enabling or Tertiary Preparation Pathway courses) with the majority of the cost met by the Commonwealth Government.
Commonwealth supported places are only available to domestic students. As a domestic student you are entitled to a Commonwealth supported place in an eligible program if you:
- meet the citizenship and residency requirements
- complete an electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF)
- meet the University's entry requirements for your chosen program.
Postgraduate coursework places
All postgraduate coursework programs are subject to tuition fees unless the postgraduate program is offered under Commonwealth support arrangements.
Eligible students (Australian citizens, permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand Citizens who hold a Special Category Visa and meet the eligibility requirements) may seek assistance to defer payment via a FEE-HELP loan.
International fee-paying places
Annual tuition fees are based on 2025 rates and the equivalent full-time student load as per the recommended study sequence in the relevant program.
Actual fees payable are based on the actual enrolment load in a teaching period (excluding Study Abroad and Postgraduate Qualifying Pathway).
All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (A$).
Domestic applicants apply for admission direct to UniSC.
Find out about how to apply and key application closing dates.
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