Adelaide University
Master of Education
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Tackle big questions of equity, inclusion and engagement by redefining how systems operate to serve communities better and lead the charge toward a smarter, more adaptive future.
Course overview
The Adelaide University's Master of Education is designed for professionals working in the education industry, including school leaders, teachers, educational consultants and trainers, wishing to pursue leadership opportunities within schools. It is also suitable as preparation for higher education teaching or to transition into research.
Gain an in-depth understanding of the latest educational theories, research, practices and debates. Reflect on and expand your leadership and management skills across diverse settings. Build a formidable toolkit to help you drive meaningful change.
Key features
- Evaluate different leadership models and strategies.
- Build advanced skills for research and literature reviews.
- Examine educational policy from ethical, sociological, cultural and historical perspectives.
- Explore systems-level approaches for community wellbeing, resilience and cohesion.
- Benefit from flexible learning to accommodate busy professional schedules.
- Undertake an advanced research project.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
Magill Campus
Mawson Lakes Campus
July, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete 96 units comprising:
- 54 units for all core courses.
- 36 units for discipline courses.
- 6 units for electives.
Unless otherwise indicated, each course is worth six units.
Complete 54 units for all of the following:
- Research Design in Education
- Introduction to Wellbeing in Education
- International Comparative Studies in Education
- Education Policies and Systems
- Evidence-Informed Practice in Education
- Research Communications
- Education Leadership in Diverse Contexts
- Mixed Methods Research
- Assessment and Evaluation
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate that they fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed bachelor's (AQF level 7) or bachelor's honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
Applicants who have completed a four-year Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent Initial Teacher Education qualifications, e.g. Graduate Diploma in Education, Master of Teaching or a four-year Bachelor's degree with studies in educational methodology and curriculum equivalent to 24 units are eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full-time study or equivalent part-time study.
Applicants who have completed a four-year Bachelor degree in Education and two years of teaching experience in an Australian educational setting (early years, school, tertiary or vocational) or equivalent Initial Teacher Education qualifications, e.g. Graduate Diploma in Education, Master of Teaching and two years teaching experience in an Australian educational setting (early years, school, tertiary or vocational) or a four-year Bachelor degree with studies in educational methodology and curriculum equivalent to 24 units and two years of teaching experience in an Australian educational setting (early years, school, tertiary or vocational) are eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in one year of full-time study or equivalent part-time study.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Adelaide University is committed to recognising the contribution of students’ prior learning towards their program requirements.
Credit may be granted for formal, informal and non-formal learning, with guidance on eligibility provided to prospective students in a clear, transparent and publicly available credit framework.
Credit determinations will be:
- Evidence-based, equitable and transparent.
- Academically sound.
- Applied consistently, fairly and subject to review.
Credit will be granted for prior learning that is relevant and equivalent to the learning required for the courses for which credit is sought.
Credit will only be granted if it:
- Maintains the credibility and integrity of the program for which credit is sought.
- Does not contravene the conditions of the program’s professional accreditation.
- Does not disadvantage the student’s ability to achieve the expected course or program learning outcomes.
For more information, contact the university or visit its website.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
You’ll graduate from this degree ready to lead meaningful change in education. You might revolutionise teaching with gamified learning platforms. You could pioneer virtual reality classrooms or establish an international think tank. Perhaps you’ll transition into a PhD or publish a best-selling book.
You could also be a:
- Principal
- Vice Principal
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Developer
- Education Consultant
- Corporate Trainer
- Instructional Coordinator
- Higher Education Administrator
- Special Education Specialist
- Educational Counsellor
Fees and CSP
Estimated student contribution amount per 1.0 EFTSL (48 units) in 2026: $4,738 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Commonwealth-supported students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution. Where the duration of the program is less than one year, the total cost of the program is displayed.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
A Commonwealth Supported Place is a higher education place where the Australian Government subsidises your fees so that you only pay a portion through a student contribution amount.
The amount of student contribution you’ll pay depends on:
- Number of courses you are enrolled in.
- Unit value of courses.
- Funding cluster your courses fall under.
A HECS-HELP loan allows students to borrow from the Australian Government to cover some or all of their student contribution. To be eligible for HECS-HELP, you must be studying in a Commonwealth Supported Place.