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Bachelor of Education (Primary)

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Rank thresholdATAR: 62 SR: 62
Duration4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Location
Online and
Next start termTerm 2, 2024
Study modeOn Campus, Online
Course codeCC12
First-year fee
$4,440 (Indicative) (CSP)
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Overview

Influence the next generation and guide young people to learn and grow. The Bachelor of Education (Primary) provides you with the qualifications to teach in primary schools from foundation year to Year 6.

This course is an initial teacher education course and qualifies you for professional registration which is administered in Queensland by the Queensland College of Teachers. You will demonstrate evidence of meeting the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (Graduate career stage) throughout the course of study. 

On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible for employment in primary school contexts throughout Australia.

In addition to building the professional knowledge and skills required to teach effectively, the course is designed to foster dispositions for engaging in and contributing to the teaching profession through a commitment to ongoing professional learning.

This course incorporates supervised assessable teaching practice in schools with professional practice blocks included in each year of the course. Meaning you'll have numerous opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in practical ways to prepare you for employment.

In-demand specialisations 
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) also includes specialisations in English, Science and Mathematics providing you with 'in demand' knowledge and skills. If you're located within the Rockhampton Diocese, you can also undertake a specialisation in Catholic Education allowing you to be accredited to teach in a Catholic School.

Study experience

  • Authentic Learning Experiences
  • Online or On Campus
  • Seamless Pathways
  • Work-integrated learning
  • Fast-track Option
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    My Dad was everyone's favourite teacher and I feel like I want to be that person. It's really inspiring getting to see how you impact just one child. I can't wait to teach here and overseas.

    Sarah Reiman

    Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Education (Primary) you will be qualified to teach in primary schools from foundation year to Year 6. Like most professions, teaching has specific workforce demands and sometimes oversupply. Before undertaking a course of study, you should check with major employers regarding potential employment prospects.

LANTITE Test
To be eligible to graduate and therefore acquire provisional teacher registration, you will be required to undertake and pass the National Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education. This test, referred to as LANTITE, is administered nationally by the Australian Council of Education Research (ACER).

Structure & Availability

Course structure

To graduate with a Bachelor of Education (Primary) you are required to complete 32 core units.

Unit information

For information on the units you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.

Credit transfer information

If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

On-Campus Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2023Bundaberg, Cairns, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Term 2, 2023Bundaberg, Cairns, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Term 1, 2024Bundaberg, Cairns, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Term 2, 2024Bundaberg, Cairns, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Term 1, 2025Bundaberg, Cairns, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Term 2, 2025Bundaberg, Cairns, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville

Online Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2023Available Online
Term 2, 2023Available Online
Term 1, 2024Available Online
Term 2, 2024Available Online
Term 1, 2025Available Online
Term 2, 2025Available Online

Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.

This course has no residential schools.

Professional Practice - Queensland College of Teachers

Core

Graduates are eligible to apply for provisional registration as a teacher upon completion of the course.

Professional Practice 2 (Primary) – Classroom Management - EDFE12042

Supervised Placement as per EDFE12042 Unit Profile

Professional Practice 1 - Introduction to Teaching - EDFE11038

Supervised Placement as per EDFE11038 Unit Profile

Professional Practice 3 (Primary/ECE) - Managing the Differentiated Classroom - EDFE13032

Supervised Placement as per EDFE13032 Unit Profile NB: If students are in the Catholic Education Strand, they complete this unit instead - EDFE12044

Professional Practice 4 - Engaged Teaching and Learning - EDFE14021

Supervised Placement as per EDFE14021 Unit Profile

Early Childhood Education and Care Placement - EDFE40002

Optional Early Childhood Education and Care Placement If students wish to complete the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, they will need to enrol in the following additional unit: EDFE40002 Early Childhood Education and Care Practice

Duration of Professional Practice units

Benefit from supervised placements to graduate classroom ready. Check below for more detail on the length of each placement block. 

UNIT NAME

CODE

DURATION
Early Childhood Education and Care Placement EDFE40002 Optional 120 hours of placement to satisfy placement requirements for the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. 
Professional Practice 1 - Introduction to Teaching EDFE11038 15-day block of practical experience under the guidance of a supervising teacher in a school setting.
Professional Practice 2 (Primary) - Classroom Management EDFE12042 20-day block placement in a school.
Professional Practice 3 (Primary/ECE) - Managing the Differentiated Classroom EDFE13032 20-day block placement in a school. Students taking the Catholic Education Strand will complete EDFE12044 instead, and complete a 20-day block placement.
Professional Practice 4 - Engaged Teaching and Learning EDFE14021 25-day block placement in a classroom environment plus five one-day visits to prepare you for the continuous five-week teaching block.

Requirements

To be eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

1
Rank Threshold
ATAR 62.00 | SR 62.00
A rank threshold is the minimum competitive rank that applications will be considered for entry to this course.
2
Prerequisites
English (Units 3 and 4, C); General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C); a General Science subject (Units 3 and 4, C) or Psychology (Units 3 and 4, C).

Student and Course Profiles

View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2023 via our Institute Profile. 

Institute Profile

During your study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

$4,440
Indicative first-year CSP place

The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.

Commonwealth Supported Places

This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.

HECS-HELP Loan

You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. 

Learn more about paying for university.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.

We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.

Explore scholarships.

How to apply

How to apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your application options

Extra admission information

Prior to applying, take a look at important application dates and learn about our admission considerations, such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support. You should also check out the adjustment schemes that might be available to you and how to access them. You can also explore our offer information to learn more about what happens after you've submitted an application and how to respond to an offer to study with CQU. 

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