Deakin University
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationBuild a solid foundation in primary curriculum and graduate in-demand and classroom-ready when you study Deakin’s accredited Bachelor of Education (Primary).
Gain essential knowledge and real-world experience during guaranteed placements, ready to inspire and guide children through their primary learning years. From mathematics, science, the arts and literacy, learn how to teach across a range of subjects and specialisations, then discover how to put your skills into practice in the classroom.
You will graduate qualified to teach from prep to Year 6, with the confidence and ability to make an impact on the learning of your students.
Fast-track your career with our accelerated learning option. Achieve a four-year equivalent qualification in only three years of full-time study if you undertake selected units in Trimester 3. You can graduate confidently, meeting the requirements for registration.
Delivery mode
Deakin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood, VIC
- 75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, VIC
- Princes Highway, Warrnambool, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academic requirements
If you're currently studying Year 12, or completed Year 12 in the last two years, you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:
Year 12 prerequisite subjects
- 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: one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 35 in English EAL (English as an Additional Language) or at least 25 in English other than EAL
ATAR
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations, and has a minimum ATAR requirement of 70 including selection adjustments.
Non-academic requirements
All applicants must sit the Casper test. Casper is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicant's personal and professional attributes.
English language proficiency requirements
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score greater than 35 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or greater than 25 in any other English
- IELTS 7.0 (with no band score less than 6.5) or equivalent
- other evidence of English language proficiency (learn more about other ways to satisfy the requirements)
Higher education study
If you have undertaken higher education studies after secondary schooling, you will need to meet all the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree: successful completion of at least two bachelor level or above units (AQF Level 7 or equivalent)
VET study
If you have undertaken any Vocational Education and Training (VET) study after secondary school, you will need to meet at least one of following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree: partial or full completion of a VIT-approved Pathway Program with a minimum WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of 60% over a minimum of one year of study
Work and life experiece
If you finished Year 12 more than three years ago, or did not finish Year 12, and haven’t undertaken any further study, you may be considered for admission to this degree based on your work, volunteer and/or life experience.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) will prepare you for the following roles.
Primary School Teacher
A Primary School Teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans, delivering educational content, and creating a supportive classroom environmen...
Vocational Education Trainer
A Vocational Education Trainer teaches students at a registered training organisation such as a TAFE or specialty training college. You’ll provide...
English Tutor
An English Tutor works with people whose first language is not English to help them better learn to speak, read and write in English. You might wor...
STEM Teacher
A STEM Teacher educates students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. You...
About Deakin University
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