Master of Education

About the course

Designed for experienced educators and emerging leaders, the Master of Education builds advanced capability in educational theory and contemporary practice. You’ll engage with research-informed teaching, leadership, policy and improvement in education, with flexibility to tailor study through specialisations. The programme includes core units that develop advanced knowledge and culminates in a capstone special project or dissertation in Education & Teaching at master’s level.

Career outcome

Graduates can progress into more senior or specialist roles across schools, vocational and higher education, government and education agencies. Typical pathways include curriculum and learning design, educational leadership, policy and program management, professional learning and teacher development, and education research support roles. The degree strengthens analytical and evidence-based decision-making for education leadership and improvement in Education & Teaching at master’s level.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)