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Master of Education

Western Sydney University

  • Parramatta, Australia
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Western Sydney University campus

About the program

A structured research doctorate in education leading to a PhD thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years for master's by coursework or extended, 3 years for master's by research (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age limit raised to under 50 for master's by research; Indian nationals 3 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years). A coursework master's shorter than 92 CRICOS weeks (e.g. 1 or 1.5 years) qualifies only when combined with other eligible Australian CRICOS study: check per programme.): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

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

  • Honours Class 1 or 2 bachelor degree
  • Master of Research or equivalent
  • Other qualifications at the discretion of the Dean or Institute Director.

Accepted academic background

MPhil: Bachelor (Honours Class 1 or 2), Master of Research or equivalent, MRes: bachelor's or master's degree with average 65 or higher (or relevant professional experience if degree older than 5 years)

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest)
  • TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21
  • PTE Academic Speaking 18
  • IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Certified academic transcripts and qualifications
  • Passport identification page
  • English proficiency evidence if required
  • Additional program-specific documents if requested

How to apply

  1. Check HDR entry requirements. Write a research proposal and find a supervisor; applications are open all year. Submit an Expression of Interest
  2. then the full application online (international applicants follow the International Applying Guide). Provide certified transcripts
  3. English evidence
  4. the proposal and a supervisor support letter. Outcome in about 6 to 8 weeks; pay fees per session and receive your eCoE. Apply for the student visa with proof of funds and arrange OSHC.

Other costs

Tuition per year$35,298 AUD
Application fee$0 AUD
Deposit$65,008 AUD

Program details

Campus_
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Social Sciences, Arts, Business, Education and Law
DepartmentSchool of Education
Teaching languageEnglish
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Study pace_
Post-study stay2 years for master's by coursework or extended, 3 years for master's by research (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age limit raised to under 50 for master's by research; Indian nationals 3 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years). A coursework master's shorter than 92 CRICOS weeks (e.g. 1 or 1.5 years) qualifies only when combined with other eligible Australian CRICOS study: check per programme.
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Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

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    No deadline listed

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.