Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) (43J)

Teaching is more than a job: it's a calling

The Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) is a pre-service teaching degree that will give you the skills and knowledge to teach health and physical education from foundation through to year 12. This course is accredited through the Tasmanian Teachers Registration Board, and is recognised in all states and territories, so once you graduate you’ll be qualified to teach anywhere in Australia.

The course has been designed to develop teachers who can inspire people to be healthy for life, with a primary focus on the dimensions of health and wellbeing: physical, mental, emotional, social, environmental and spiritual.

This specialised degree sets you up to teach health and physical education at either primary or secondary schools. Learn to provide students with the skills and knowledge to sustain their health and wellbeing. We also offer proficiencies in the additional learning areas of maths, science, and humanities and social sciences.

In response to feedback from recent graduates, teachers, and school leaders, we now offer several maths units to better prepare you if future employing schools ask you to teach maths classes.

You will be required to undertake a number of Professional Experience placements totalling 80 days. This will give you the opportunity to apply the theoretical and practical skills that you have learnt in a safe and supportive environment.

The Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) is available on-campus in Launceston.

Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships

If you’re starting your teaching journey in 2025 (in the first semester/study period), you could be eligible for up to $40,000 from the Australian Government to support your studies. This incredible opportunity is part of the Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program, designed to attract high-achieving and passionate individuals, whether you’re a school leaver or looking to change careers.

The scholarship supports both undergraduate and postgraduate students in initial teacher education (ITE) programs, helping cover the costs of your studies. In return, you’ll contribute to shaping the future by teaching in government schools or government-run early learning settings for a period equivalent to the length of your course. With up to 1,000 scholarships available each year between 2024 and 2028, now is the perfect time to take the first step towards a fulfilling teaching career.

Apply using the online form at education.gov.au/teaching-scholarships

For other university scholarships, visit our scholarships page.

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All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements, University General Entry Requirements and any course specific requirements such as pre-requisite subjects, if applicable.

English Language Requirements

This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of Overall IELTS Score of 7.5 (Writing and Reading no band less than 7.0, Listening and Speaking no band less than 8.0). PTE Academic is not accepted for this course.

For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

General Entry Requirements

Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12^th year of education in Australia.

Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the “For Domestic Students” section of the entry requirements on this page.

You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:

• Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
• Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Bachelor level or higher

If you do not meet the minimum requirements, we offer the Foundation Studies Program.

Course Specific Requirements

All applicants must also complete the Non-Academic Capability Assessment Tool (NACAT). This includes a personal statement and a small number of multiple-choice questions.

Course participation requirements

This course includes compulsory work placements. All students must meet the course’s Safety in Practice Requirements before their first placement. This includes external clearances to work with children and vulnerable people. The safety in practice requirements are completed separately to the course application.

• All methods of meeting University of Tasmania English language requirements have a validity period of 2 years unless involving a country specific qualification as listed below.
• Each course offered by the University of Tasmania has a minimum English language requirement for entry as listed below. Applicants must also meet the academic entry requirements for each course.
• Applicants who qualify from a University of Tasmania program, and intend to gain professional registration to become a practitioner in Australia, may need to meet the relevant Professional Accrediting Agency's English language registration standard.
• In exceptional circumstances or cases not covered by the categories outlined below, multiple forms of evidence may be considered on a case by case basis by the Executive Director, Student Operations in consultation with the Director, Academic Quality and Standards.
• The University reserves the right to require that any applicant be required to undergo a test of English language.

Graduates of this course will have achieved the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST), set by Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership, qualifying them for teacher registration in every state and territory of Australia.

Our graduates go on to make a meaningful impact, working with students from Foundation to Grade 12, not only across Australia but also internationally. Their passion and dedication help shape the futures of learners both at home and abroad.

Postgraduate study

If you successfully complete this course, you may be also be eligible to apply for a range of other postgraduate courses including Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas and Masters by coursework and research.