About Master Of Education Studies in Federation University Australia
You're a teacher or educational professional and are ready to lead educational practice, policy and research. You work full-time and want a flexible degree, plus you'd like to shape your studies to suit your interests. Our part-time, online course is a convenient way to engage with contemporary debates and developments in your chosen areas while upgrading your qualifications.
Decide between a coursework pathway, where you'll focus on issues of interest related to your working life, or a research pathway* where you'll complete a minor thesis. From there, you may even wish to continue studying for your PhD.
* Please note students wishing to complete the research pathway will need to gain a Distinction average in the two research courses in order to continue on with the minor thesis.
Career opportunities
- Administration officer
- Educator
- Special education teacher
- TAFE teacher
Successful completion of the program enhances professional standing in the education community. The program is recognised as a valuable contribution to the on-going professional development of educators in a wide range of sectors, including in Primary, Secondary, Tertiary and VET contexts. Successful completion of the Research Pathway, including a high level of achievement in the Minor Thesis, provides a pathway to PhD study.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Completion of an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent degree with specified minimum grades (or marks) in relevant subjects.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: Overall 6.0 - 7.0 (no band less than 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT : 60 - 106 with minimums: Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20, Writing 24
- PTE: Overall 50 - 73 (no band less than 58)
Federation University Australia Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Application portal |
Online |
| Academic calendar |
Semester-based |
| Intake Session |
Summer/winter |
| Application fees |
25 AUD |
| Financial aid |
Grants, scholarships, loans |
| English language proficiency score |
TOEFL or equivalent |
Federation University Average Tution Fees and Other Expenses
It is advised that applicants who intend to enrol at the institution set aside an expected budget for foreign students who wish to study in Australia. The typical college expenses are as follows:
The table below lists the fees that international students must pay for the 2020 academic year:
| Fees |
Undergraduate (AUD) |
| Tuition |
14,400 – 34,600 |
| Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) |
752 |
| Living cost (accommodation, food, transport, clothing, and entertainment |
20,290 |
| Total |
35,442 – 55,642 |
