Bachelor of Education (Primary)

    Bachelor of Education (Primary)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 22,220 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026
    Bachelor of Education (Primary)

    About

    Overview

    Influence the next generation and guide young people to learn and grow. The Bachelor of Education (Primary) provides you with the qualifications to teach in primary schools from foundation year to Year 6.

    This course is an initial teacher education course and qualifies you for professional registration which is administered in Queensland by the Queensland College of Teachers. You will demonstrate evidence of meeting the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (Graduate career stage) throughout the course of study.

    On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible for employment in primary school contexts throughout Australia.

    In addition to building the professional knowledge and skills required to teach effectively, the course is designed to foster dispositions for engaging in and contributing to the teaching profession through a commitment to ongoing professional learning.

    This course incorporates supervised assessable teaching practice in schools with professional practice blocks included in each year of the course. This means you'll have numerous opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in practical ways to prepare you for employment.

    In-demand specialisations
    The Bachelor of Education (Primary) also includes specialisations in English, Science and Mathematics providing you with 'in demand' knowledge and skills. If you're located within the Rockhampton Diocese, you can also undertake a specialisation in Catholic Education allowing you to be accredited to teach in a Catholic School.

    Study Experience

    • Authentic Learning Experiences
    • Local Networks
    • Seamless Pathways
    • Work-integrated learning

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12. An approved university foundation studies or formal Australian Certificate IV can also be taken to meet this entry requirement.

    If you have successfully completed a certificate, diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) you may gain advanced standing into your CQUniversity course. Please refer to the Country Specific Academic Requirements.

    English Program Requirements

    Career

    Career Opportunities

    As a graduate of the Bachelor of Education (Primary) you will be qualified to teach in primary schools from foundation year to Year 6. Like most professions, teaching has specific workforce demands and sometimes oversupply. Before undertaking a course of study, you should check with major employers regarding potential employment prospects.

    LANTITE Test
    To be eligible to graduate and therefore acquire provisional teacher registration, you will be required to undertake and pass the National Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education. This test, referred to as LANTITE, is administered nationally by the Australian Council of Education Research (ACER).

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,220 / year
    Bachelor of Education (Primary)
    CQUniversity Australia
    CQUniversity Australia
    Australia

    Australia, Rockhampton

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