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Diploma in Education Studies (Primary)

Want to work in primary schools? This Diploma teaches the skills and knowledge needed to work with primary school-aged children as a teacher aide, learning support officer or in after-school care. In the process, you’ll learn how to develop positive relationships that promote children’s sense of agency, safety and wellbeing.

In this program you will:

  • Develop specialised knowledge and skills for employment with school-aged children age in school and out-of-school care contexts
  • Learn to design creative, intentional teaching practices using language, play and cooperation
  • Learn about child development, curriculum development, diversity and inclusion, and relevant legislation and guidelines
  • Complete 40 days of professional experience placement

Location

Entry threshold

60.00 60.00 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

1 year 1 year 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 2024 fees (A$)

A$3,984 CSP
CSP

QTAC code

015731 ^ 019902

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 1

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 1
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
9
Total units
96
Duration
1 year 1 year
UniSC program code
ED102
Program structure
Introductory courses 7 (72 units)

EDU101
EDU103
EDU105 Paramedic Primary Healthcare: Transition to Practice
EDU116 Earth's Surface Processes(6 units)
EDU117 Introduction to Environmental Management(6 units)
EDU118 Biodiversity and Ecology
EDU119 Science Research Methods

Developing courses 2 (24 units)

EDU209 Foundations of Sustainability
EDU213 Professional Experience: The role of the teacher

Study sequences

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Online 60.00
Fraser Coast 60.00

Additional entry information

Completion of Year 12 or equivalent.

Proficiency in the English language is required for entry to all programs and courses. Any international or domestic applicant from a non-English speaking background must satisfy the University's standard and program specific English language requirements.

Program requirements
Program requirements
  • To graduate with the Diploma of Education Studies (Primary) requires successful completion of 96 units. The course design includes seven courses each with a 12-unit value, and two courses each with a 6-unit value
  • There are 40 days of Professional Experience (PEx) included in Diploma of Education Studies (Primary). The student is responsible for maintaining a current Blue Card to complete the required PEx days
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods, that may include essays, quizzes, seminar presentations and reports
  • The Study Overseas Program is not currently available to students in the Diploma of Education Studies (Early Childhood)
  • Cross institutional study is not permitted for the Diploma in Education Studies (Primary)
  • It is the students' responsibility to enrol correctly and be aware of the academic calendar dates and the dates scheduled for the Professional Experience (PEx)
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning your remaining courses

CSP estimate
A$3,984