Federation University
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationChildhood experiences created by a great teacher will stay with a child throughout their lifetime. If you want to inspire children and help them achieve their potential, then join us to become part of the next generation of primary teachers.
You will spend time in each year of your degree observing and working with students in school classrooms. You will develop your own teaching identity and learn how to use your own individual skills to support student learning.
You will develop a deep understanding of childhood development, educational theories and practice. You will also learn how to engage children in innovative and purposeful learning. Along with the compulsory education courses, you will have the option of a range of discipline specific electives.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
This course requires a total of 640 placement hours, across 16 weeks.- 100 Clyde Rd, Berwick
- Mount Helen, Ballarat
- Northways Rd, Churchill
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students and recent secondary graduates (the past 2 years)
- Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics;
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
Admissions Criteria for applicants with a higher education study
- Satisfactory completion of at least one year of tertiary study in a relevant field
- Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks.
- Casper Test
Admissions Criteria for applicants with a vocational education and training study
- Successful completion of a TAFE qualification at Certificate III or IV in a cognate or appropriate area, such as Community Services, Education Support, Children's Services, or Nursing; and At least one year of experience in a relevant area of education or support service and;
- Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks.
OR
- Successful completion of a recognised TAFE Diploma program in a cognate or an appropriate area and;
- Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks.
Admissions Criteria for applicants with work and life experience
Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies should include a personal statement detailing all relevant work and life experience to strengthen their application.
Extra requirements
Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC). Check prior to undertaking professional placements.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) will prepare you for the following roles.
Primary School Teacher
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About Federation University
At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.
