Master of Education

Extend your expertise and develop leadership skills

Build on your classroom experience or pursue an interest in education with the Master of Education at Melbourne. Develop in-depth knowledge of education theories with one of ten specialisations to become an expert in your chosen field, ready for middle or senior leadership roles. With overseas study and research opportunities, you can tailor this course to suit your career goals and personal ambitions.

Key features

1. Specialise in your area of interest. Choose from one of ten contemporary education specialisations, the broadest range of any Master of Education program in Australia.
2. Explore options for teachers and non-teachers. Qualified teachers can fast-track their studies with the 12-month option. Students without a teaching qualification build foundational knowledge with the full 2-year program.
3. Fit study into your life. Weekend and evening classes mean you can organise your studies around your life. Part-time options are available, too.

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Why study postgraduate education at Melbourne?

With a cohort of students from early childhood, primary, secondary, tertiary, vocational, and adult education backgrounds (among others), you can grow your professional networks while learning from your peers.

1. Values-based learning. The Master of Education course is embedded in the foundations of indigeneity, diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and international perspectives.
2. Practical application. Capstone subjects offer work-integrated learning opportunities in Australia and overseas, so you can apply your new knowledge in real-world settings.
3. A destination for education leaders. Consistently ranked as Australia’s best and among the top education faculties globally, the Faculty of Education at Melbourne attracts students, researchers, and thinkers from around the world.

Student support

Stop 1 offers support across the full range of student services. Attend a workshop, visit in person (on Swanston Street), or submit an enquiry online.

1. Course planning and academic skills advice. Meet with an advisor or attend a workshop to make the most of your studies.
2. Mentoring opportunities. Learn more about academic and peer mentoring opportunities.
3. Global exchange and overseas study support. Explore overseas study opportunities with a wide range of global partners.
4. Fees and scholarship information. Get on top of your finances and learn about scholarships.
5. Visa information. Have your visa questions answered.
6. Wellbeing and accommodation. Understand options for financial support, accommodation, and counselling.
7. Student administration. Help with all aspects of student admin, including organising your student cards and IT.

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Murrup Barak

We take pride in the excellent support we offer our Master of Education students from enrolment, throughout their studies, and beyond. If you are an Indigenous student, we offer a range of support services here at the University of Melbourne via Murrup Barak. You can find out more on the Murrup Barak website.

What students say

“Noticing the Master of Education has a literacy specialisation that also connects with language learning (aligning with my English Language Education background) made me sure I have to choose the University of Melbourne as the most suitable university for me.”

— Luh Putu Shanti Yuliastiti, Master of Education

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