Specialisation in Indigenous Education

About the course

This Indigenous Education specialisation, offered within Macquarie’s Master of Education, develops advanced capability to support better outcomes for Indigenous peoples through education. You’ll engage in ethical community consultation under Indigenous governance, incorporate Indigenous language into teaching resources, and explore Indigenist, futurist and abolitionist perspectives. Study is designed for flexible hybrid delivery combining on-campus and online classes in Education & Teaching at postgraduate level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting Indigenous education across schools, community and policy settings. Career paths may include community liaison officer, Indigenous cultural adviser, Indigenous education consultant, education policy adviser, educator in Indigenous communities, Indigenous support worker, or language documentation roles. The specialisation can also support progression to school leadership or teaching pathways with further study, strengthening impact in Education & Teaching at postgraduate 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***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)