An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Education (generic and with specialisations) must have at least the following minimum qualifications: Hold the degree of Bachelor of Education (or AQF equivalent) from an approved tertiary institution and a minimum of one year of professional experience in a relevant field of study.
- Hold the degree of Bachelor of Education (Honours) (or AQF equivalent) from an approved tertiary institution and a minimum of one year of professional experience in a relevant field of study.
- Hold a Bachelor degree (or AQF equivalent) from an approved tertiary institution with an end-on integrated professional teaching qualification (such as a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching) and a minimum of one year of professional experience in the relevant field of study.
- Possess other qualifications and/or work experience deemed to be AQF equivalent.
- complete any additional qualifying subjects or course prescribed by the Faculty.

