Southern Cross University
Master of Education
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 16 months
- Course Type: Master's
Advocate for positive change in the classroom.
Course overview
The SCU Online Master's of Education difference
Are you thinking about studying a Master of Education online? At SCU, they are cultivating the leaders of tomorrow, today, right in their very own backyard. They aim to provide an exceptional education experience through our unique learning model and innovative online platform. They are committed to lifelong learning and providing equal access to education for everyone, regardless of background or location. As one of the top universities in the world, at only 25 years young, they are pioneers in online education and have been doing so since 2015. SCU is a rising, dynamic university that is proud to be a game changer and leader in education. That’s the SCU Online difference and why you should study a Master of Education online with them.
Key facts
6th July, 2026
31st August, 2026
26th October, 2026
What you will study
The Master of Education comprises eight units. Students may choose to complete four elective units or a specialisation.
Complete the following units:
- Contemporary Educational Leadership
- Contemporary Educational Contexts
- Leading Professional Learning
- Educational Investigation
Entry requirements
To gain entry into the Master of Education online, you need one of the following:
- A four-year bachelor's degree in education from any Australian university or equivalent.
- An undergraduate degree and a fourth-year level teaching qualification from any Australian university or equivalent.
- A three-year bachelor's degree in teaching and an education-specific Graduate Certificate from any Australian University, or equivalent.
Non-standard language admission requirements for international students (IELTS) with an overall score of 7.5 or equivalent.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
SCU values your past education and work experience, allowing you to potentially reduce the Master of Education’s course length through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Should you have any relevant professional work experience or academic qualifications that you would like us to acknowledge, please provide as much evidence of this as possible when applying to study the Master of Education online.
Advance standing
Gain credit for your previous experience and graduate even sooner with Advanced Standing. SCU proactively assess each student’s prior learning, qualifications and professional experience and provides custom pathways to complete your online Master’s in Education.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Lead wellbeing initiatives across your school community - Develop an understanding and appreciation for diversity. Improve support and outcomes for students. Enhance overall social and emotional well-being by becoming a leader in the space and spreading well-being best practices.
- Become an advocate for contemporary education - From discerning between varied leadership styles in education to being able to drive educational reform using your research skills and knowledge of evidence, be seen as a leader empowering the latest research in your school.
- Gain business administration skills - Enhance key business knowledge and be prepared for the administrative and financial decisions and demands of a senior education role.
Career outcomes
Possible career opportunities:
- School manager
- Education lead
- Policy development
- School principal
- Principal
- Educational consultancy
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative cost per unit in 2026: $2,875 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Indicative total cost in 2026: $23,000 (domestic full-fee paying place)
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of eight units.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.