Help children learn and grow
In this program, you’ll learn how to plan, teach and assess children, and how to integrate ICT in your teaching.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- ^First- and second-year courses available at USC Moreton Bay from Semester 1, 2021.
- ^First- and second-year courses available at USC Moreton Bay from Semester 1, 2021.
In this program, you’ll learn how to plan, teach and assess children, and how to integrate ICT in your teaching.
You will develop curriculum knowledge in English, mathematics, science, technology, arts, health and physical education, history, and geography. From your first year, you’ll complete 90 days of supervised professional experience in local schools, and rural and remote settings if desired.
You will develop valuable skills and experiences through participation in Wider Field Experiences where you engage with community projects and work with children, families and communities.
In this program you will:
- Complete 90 days of supervised teaching
- 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
Prior to commencing, students will need to:
- Complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate your motivation for teaching
- Submit a 600-1,000-word personal statement on why you would make a great teacher
- Obtain a Blue Card before starting supervised professional experience
External requirement, post admission:
- Complete and pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education prior to graduating
- Complete and pass the Graduate Teacher Performance Assessment at the conclusion of their final SPE placement
Career opportunities:
- Primary school teacher
- Private practice tutor
- Education consultant
- Education exhibition organiser
- Education policy analyst
- Children’s television presenter
- Youth support worker
- Teacher of English overseas
Graduates are eligible to become members of:
- Queensland College of Teachers
USC High Performance Sport Athlete program:
- Inspire the next generation with your passion for education, sport and health. Learn more about the USC HPSA program.
Program structure
Introductory courses (6) 72 units
EDU101 Introduction to Pharmacology
EDU103 Organic Chemistry
EDU105 Inorganic Chemistry
EDU106 Human Physiology
EDU118 Science Research Methods
EDU119 Human Anatomy
Developing and Graduate courses (24) 288 units
EDU202 Special Research Project
EDU204 Immunology
EDU205 Medicinal Organic Chemistry
EDU209 Systemic Physiology I
EDU212 Biochemistry
EDU213 Pathophysiology
EDU214 Systemic Physiology II
EDU216 Molecular Biology
EDU300 Analytical Sciences
EDU308 Communication and Thought
EDU309 Secondary Professional Learning 1: Transitioning into the Profession
EDU316 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
EDU317 Arts Education: Curriculum B
EDU340 Teaching and Learning in English: Curriculum B
EDU349 Engaging Diverse Learners
EDU400 Secondary Professional Experience 2 : Managing the Diverse Learning Environment
EDU401 Arts Education: Curriculum A
EDU410 Teaching and Learning in English: Curriculum A
EDU411 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in Learning and Teaching
EDU412 Responding to Diversity and Inclusion
EDU413 Secondary Professional Learning 3: Diversity and Inclusion
EDU415 The Psychology of Learning
EDU421 Secondary Literacy and Numeracy Across the Curriculum
SCS203 Secondary Assessment and Reporting
Subject Focus courses (2) 24 units
Select Option 1 or Option 2
Option 1 (English)
CMN116 Using Data for Learning
EDU361 Secondary Professional Learning 4: The Professional Empowered and Engaged
Option 2 (Science)
Select 1 course from:
ENS103 Immunology
OES104 Plant Growth and Reproduction *
SCI113 Human Physiology
PLUS
EDU374 Molecular Biology
*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.
Total units: 384
Recommended study sequences
- (Sippy Downs) Semester 2 commencement (July)
- (Gympie) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Sippy Downs) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Fraser Coast) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Fraser Coast) Semester 2 commencement (July)
- (Caboolture) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Caboolture) Semester 2 commencement (July)
- (Moreton Bay) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Moreton Bay) Semester 2 commencement (July)
Program requirements and notes
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