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University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Bachelor of Primary Education

  • Bachelor

Learn to plan, teach and assess children, and integrate ICT in your teaching. Develop curriculum knowledge in English, maths, science, technology, arts, health and physical education, history, and geography.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 years full-time
Course Code
ED304, 073277M
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$24,400 per year / $3,984 total
International Fees
$97,600 total
ATAR
68

About this course

Learn to plan, teach and assess children, and integrate ICT in your teaching. Develop curriculum knowledge in English, maths, science, technology, arts, health and physical education, history, and geography. Develop valuable skills and experiences through Wider Field Experiences, engaging with community projects, working with children, families and communities.

In this program you will:

  • Complete 90 days' supervised teaching in local schools (and rural and remote settings if desired)
  • 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

Entry requirements

Prior to entry, students will need to:

  • Complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate your motivation for teaching
  • Submit a 600-1000-word personal statement on why you would make a great teacher
  • Obtain a Blue Card before starting supervised professional experience
Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you also need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may like to enrol in one of our English Language Programs.

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast 68.00
Fraser Coast 68.00
Moreton Bay 68.00
Post admission requirements

Complete and pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education

Complete and pass the Graduate Teacher Performance Assessment at the conclusion of the final SPE placement

Additional entry information

Applicants must demonstrate non-academic capabilities as per Personal Statement requirement. Applicants from a non-English speaking background must attain an IELTS score of at least 7.5 with a minimum of 8.0 in speaking and listening and 7.0 in all other subtests. Refer to English language requirements

Prerequisites

English (Units 3 and 4, C); General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths (Units 3 and 4, C); a General science subject (Units 3 and 4, C)

Recommended prior study
A history subject

Study locations

Sunshine Coast

Moreton Bay

Fraser Coast

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Children's television presenter
  • Education consultant
  • Education policy analyst
  • Primary school teacher
  • Private practice tutor
  • Youth support worker
Memberships

Graduates may be eligible to become members of:

  • Queensland College of Teachers

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at University of the Sunshine Coast (USC).
78.2%
Overall satisfaction
80.7%
Skill scale
55.8%
Teaching scale
79%
Employed full-time
$67.8k
Average salary