Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction Full Time

Master of Education

at Federation University Australia · Ballarat, Victoria

CRICOS course code

092210F

CRICOS provider code

00103D

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$44,250 total

Per year

A$29,500/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Education at Federation University Australia, based in Ballarat, is designed for educators seeking to advance their expertise in curriculum and instruction. This 1.5-year postgraduate coursework degree covers contemporary pedagogical theories and research-driven practices aimed at informing educational improvement in diverse settings. The curriculum explores areas such as learning design, curriculum leadership, assessment strategies, and educational innovation, with an emphasis on understanding and addressing the complexities of today's classrooms.

Delivered through a trimester-based structure, students generally complete a series of core and elective units of study accumulating to the program’s required credit points. The course offers opportunities for independent inquiry through a capstone research project, enabling students to investigate real-world educational challenges. Although there is no mandated school practicum, many units encourage reflective practice and the application of theories to participants’ professional contexts.

Graduates gain advanced skills in curriculum analysis, instructional design, educational leadership, and critical evaluation of educational practice and research. The program is suited to experienced teachers and education professionals who wish to deepen their knowledge, progress into leadership roles, or contribute to policy and curriculum development. Applicants should evidence English proficiency, typically an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall or an accepted equivalent, aligned with Australian postgraduate requirements.

Located in Ballarat, students benefit from Federation University’s strong links to Australian educational sectors and community organisations. International students studying this CRICOS-registered course are eligible to work up to 48 hours per fortnight and may consider the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation, subject to eligibility. Please check the official page for the most up-to-date course information.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Curriculum leader or coordinator in school and tertiary settings
Instructional designer
Educational policy advisor in government or private sector
Education consultant for curriculum development organisations
Professional learning facilitator

Graduates are sought after in Australian education systems, policy think-tanks, curriculum organisations, and non-profit education agencies.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Education at Federation University Australia?

It typically takes 1.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$44,250 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Curriculum leader or coordinator in school and tertiary settingsInstructional designerEducational policy advisor in government or private sectorEducation consultant for curriculum development organisationsProfessional learning facilitatorGraduates are sought after in Australian e...

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