Bachelor of Primary Education | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Bachelor of Primary Education

Learn to plan, teach and assess children, and integrate ICT in your teaching. Develop curriculum knowledge in English, maths, science, technology, arts, health and physical education, history, and geography. Develop valuable skills and experiences through Wider Field Experiences, engaging with community projects, working with children, families and communities.

In this program you will:

  • Complete 90 days’ supervised teaching in local schools (and rural and remote settings if desired)
  • Complete a subject focus in science or English/literacy
  • Work with children and families in community projects
  • Attend professional development seminars to enhance your knowledge
  • Complete a minimum of 30 hours Wider Field Experience

Location

CRICOS code

073277M

Entry threshold

68.00 68.00 68.00 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

4 years 4 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2025 fees (A$)

A$3,984 CSP
CSP
A$24,400 / A$97,600 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

QTAC code

017301 019111 014901

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

First, second and third-year courses available at USC Moreton Bay.

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
32
Total units
384
Duration
4 years 4 years
CRICOS code
073277M
UniSC program code
ED304
Program structure
Introductory courses (6) 72 units

EDU101 Introductory Bioscience
EDU103 Concepts in Human Occupation
EDU105 Introduction to Psychology A
EDU106 Human Physiology
EDU118 Human Anatomy
EDU119 Participation in Occupation

Developing and Graduate courses (24) 288 units

EDU202 Introduction to Psychology B
EDU204 Science Research Methods
EDU205 Introduction to Human Development
EDU209 Functional Anatomy
EDU212 Occupational Therapy Theory
EDU213 Occupational Therapy Skills
EDU214 Evaluation of Occupational Performance
EDU216 Causes of Occupational Dysfunction
EDU300 Foundations of Practice: Identifying the Occupational Therapist Role in Practice
EDU308 Enabling Occupation: The Child and Adolescent
EDU309 Enabling Occupation: The Adult
EDU316 Psychosocial Aspects of Occupational Therapy
EDU317 Foundations of Practice: Identifying Occupational Therapist Skills in Practice
EDU340 Therapeutic Reasoning: Process, Means and Methods
EDU349 Enabling Occupation: The Older Person
EDU400 Integrating Theory and Skills into Practice: Doing, Being, Becoming an OT I
EDU401 Integrating Theory and Skills into Practice: Doing, Being and Becoming an OT II and III
EDU410 Public Health Foundations
EDU411 Disability: Culture, Community and Change
EDU412 Professional Issues in Occupational Therapy
EDU413 OT (Occupational Therapy) as a Complex Process
EDU415 Communication and Thought
EDU421 Introduction to Sociology: Society, Culture and Change
SCS203 Introduction to Indigenous Australia

Subject Focus courses (2) 24 units

Select Option 1 or Option 2 

Option 1 (English)

CMN116 Communication and Thought
EDU361 Business Analytics

Option 2 (Science)

Select 1 course from:

ENS103 Accounting for Business
OES104 Introduction to Economics *
SCI113 Introduction to Management

PLUS

EDU374 Introduction to Marketing

*completion of OES104 requires 5 full days of practical field work

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Study sequences

Prior to entry, students will need to:
  • Complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate your motivation for teaching
  • Submit a 600-1000-word personal statement on why you would make a great teacher
  • Obtain a Blue Card before starting supervised professional experience

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast 68.00
Fraser Coast 68.00
Moreton Bay 68.00

Post admission requirements

Complete and pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education

Complete and pass the Graduate Teacher Performance Assessment at the conclusion of the final SPE placement

Additional entry information

Applicants must demonstrate non-academic capabilities as per Personal Statement requirement. Applicants from a non-English speaking background must attain an IELTS score of at least 7.5 with a minimum of 8.0 in speaking and listening and 7.0 in all other subtests. Refer to English language requirements

Prerequisites

English (Units 3 and 4, C); General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths (Units 3 and 4, C); a General science subject (Units 3 and 4, C)

Recommended prior study
A history subject
Program requirements
Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Complete a minimum of 18 weeks supervised professional experience, completed as full-time blocks
  • Complete 15 days of wider field experience
  • Successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students. For more information on this Government initiative please visit the Students First website. Further information on the test, including sample test questions and registration information, please visit the Australian Council of Educational Research website.
To commence supervised professional experience (SPE) you must:
  • Obtain a Blue Card (or link your existing Blue Card to USC) prior to commencing supervised professional experience. Applications should be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the SPE start date. View the Blue Card Fact Sheet for further information.
  • Complete PrePlace and a Student Placement Agreement (further information will be provided by the placement office upon enrolment)
  • Be willing to travel to attend supervised professional experience placements
  • Visit Education - Supervised Professional Experience (SPE) for more information regarding requirements for placements
Program notes
  • EDU415 MUST be studied in your final semester of study with your final Professional Experience
  • Cross-institutional study is not permitted for the Bachelor of Primary Education 
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • The Study Overseas Program is not available to Primary Education students
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
  • Students can choose between English or Science subject focus courses in Years 2 and 3 of their program
  • Students completing OES104 will be required to complete 5 full days of practical field work

CSP estimate
A$3,984
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$24,400
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$97,600