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 80 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

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$4,440 - 2024 Fees CSP
CSP
A$25,000 Annual fee
Annual fee

QTAC code

017301 019111 014901

Start

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

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 Earth's Surface Processes
EDU103 Introduction to Environmental Management
EDU105 Foundations of Sustainability
EDU106 Measuring Sustainability
EDU118 Environmental Impact Assessment
EDU119 Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation

Developing and Graduate courses (24) 288 units

EDU202 Environmental Health Risk Management
EDU204 Planning and Environmental Law
EDU205 Plant Diversity and Ecology
EDU209 Geographic Information Science and Technology
EDU212 Globalisation, Development and Indigenous Peoples
EDU213 Environmental Economics
EDU214 Teaching Arts in the Early Years
EDU216 Teaching HPE in the Early Years
EDU300 Assessing Learning
EDU308 Professional Experience: Differentiated Practice
EDU309 Teaching Science in Primary Schools
EDU316 Teaching HASS in Primary School
EDU317 Teaching HPE in Primary School
EDU340 Teaching Reading and Writing
EDU349 Teaching Arts in Primary School
EDU400 Teaching Primary School Mathematics
EDU401 Teacher as Global Practitioner
EDU410 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in Learning and Teaching
EDU411 Professional Experience: The Professional Teacher
EDU412 Diversity and Inclusion
EDU413 Teaching the Australian Curriculum: Languages
EDU415 Teacher as Researcher
EDU421 Using Data for Learning
SCS203 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education

Subject Focus courses (2) 24 units

Select Option 1 or Option 2 

Option 1 (English)

CMN116 Playing with Words: an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft
EDU361 Teaching English: Language, Literature and Literacy

Option 2 (Science)

Select 1 course from:

ENS103 Earth's Surface Processes
OES104 Learning in Australian Landscapes *
SCI113 Discovering Science

PLUS

EDU374 Teaching Science: The Sky is the Limit

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

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC 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
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Complete 80 days of Supervised Professional Experience
  • Successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students. 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
  • EDU415MUST 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$4,440 - 2024 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$25,000