Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours)

    Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 34,051 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours)

    About

    • Study at a school benchmarked with the highest global rating for education research (ARC, Excellence in Research for Australia) – UNSW is the only university in NSW that has achieved 5 in the most recent ERA in the fields of education
    • Prioritise career success – UNSW won the Australian Financial Review’s Most Employable Students Award in 2024
    • Gain accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
    • Join our internationally acclaimed research team to explore new theories, ideas and knowledge to advance teaching practices and policies across the globe
    • Benefit from strong industry partnerships and world-class alumni connections
    • Be supported by our diverse, open and inclusive Arts, Design & Architecture community
    • Join a community that’s part of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities
    • Join a global Top 20 university (QS World University Rankings, 2024)

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

    10.0

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    27.0

    Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

    1130.0

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Arts, Design & Architecture

    6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Bachelor of Education (Secondary): 7 overall (min 6.5 in writing & reading, 7.5 in speaking & listening)
    • Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours): 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in each subtest)
    • Bachelor of Social Work (Honours): 7 overall (min 7.0 in listening, reading, writing, and speaking)

    6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Master of Teaching (Primary & Secondary): 7.5 overall (min 7.0 in writing & reading, 8.0 in speaking & listening)

    7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Careers in Education

    Becoming a teacher is an opportunity to shape the next generation through education, working either in the classroom or behind the scenes.

    This program also offers a pathway into research in teacher education, consultancy, education policy and education more broadly.

    Potential careers

    • Primary school teacher
    • Principal
    • Education consultant
    • Education policy
    • Education research

    Accreditation

    This program is accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), qualifying you to teach in both government and non-government primary schools in all states of Australia and overseas.

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    34,051 / year
    Application Fee 150

    Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours)

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

    Australia

    Australia, Sydney