Master of Education
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A structured research doctorate in education leading to a PhD thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: yes
What you will learn
- Learners studying Education can develop the ability to examine learning and communication needs
- Design context-appropriate educational or language activities and evaluate their effectiveness
- And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Education Support Coordinator
- Curriculum Assistant
- Teaching Roles Subject to Certification
Curriculum
- Structured PhD in Education (four years full-time
- Six part-time unless stated): an original research thesis written under a supervisor
- Supported by taught graduate-education modules
- Discipline-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent
- with course-specific discipline background where required.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 7
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of English proficiency
- Passport
- Course-specific supplementary documents if required
How to apply
- Choose the course
- Collect academic and English documents
- Apply online or through an approved VU education agent
- Receive and accept the offer
- Pay the international fee deposit
- Arrange a student visa and enrol.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $35,500 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 AUD |
| Deposit | $17,750 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Footscray Park Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts, Business, Law, Education and IT |
| Department | Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 192 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | VU Block Model International Scholarship may provide up to 30% tuition savings; STEM Accommodation Scholarship and VU Global Research Scholarship may apply where eligibility criteria are met. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
7 Feb 2027
85 days leftProgram starts
April 2027
Apply by
18 Apr 2027
155 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
18 Jul 2027
246 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
19 Sept 2027
309 days left
Scholarships
VU Block Model International Scholarship may provide up to 30% tuition savings; STEM Accommodation Scholarship and VU Global Research Scholarship may apply where eligibility criteria are met.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 7 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $35,500 AUD per year. The application fee is $75 AUD. The deposit is $17,750 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 7.
VU Block Model International Scholarship may provide up to 30% tuition savings; STEM Accommodation Scholarship and VU Global Research Scholarship may apply where eligibility criteria are met.

