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University of Canberra

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Bachelor of Primary Education (STeM)

  • Bachelor

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Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Course Code
322JA.5, 60

About this course

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What you will learn

  • gain appropriate scientific, literacy and numeracy knowledge
  • learn the theories and principles that are the foundation for educational practice in primary settings
  • demonstrate an understanding of student needs and differences, and the relevance of these to learning in inclusive, indigenous, English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) and mainstream settings
  • plan and develop appropriate teaching activities for students from a diverse range of backgrounds
  • develop and implement effective assessment strategies and carry out evaluation of teaching programs, resources and your own teaching
  • apply the required content knowledge for all primary school curriculum areas to teaching, assessment and reporting methods, alternate/enhanced literacy and numeracy strategies, and the effective use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in teaching and learning
  • reflect on your practice and experiences, and engage in a process of continual improvement.

Career pathways

  • Primary school teacher
  • STeM teacher
  • Principal
  • Deputy principal
  • Executive teacher
  • Special needs teacher
  • Gifted and talented teacher
  • Relief teacher
  • Private tutor
  • Schools policy adviser
  • Children's services manager
  • OSHC coordinator (Out of School Hours Care)
  • Schools engagement coordinator.

Credit for prior study or work

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at University of Canberra.
70.6%
Overall satisfaction
66.7%
Skill scale
48%
Teaching scale
88.5%
Employed full-time
$69.5k
Average salary