Bachelor of Primary Education

University of Notre Dame Australia - Sydney - Broadway

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Overview

Studying this Bachelor of Primary Education will begin your journey to becoming a teacher  who truly makes a difference in the lives of children in their early and primary years. Underpinned by the belief that successful education focuses on development of the whole  person, this degree will provide you with the knowledge, skills and practical experience to be an effective teacher with the ability to create learning environments where students thrive.

This degree will enable you to apply for registration as a primary school teacher in Australia. Additionally, this degree provides an opportunity to meet accreditation requirements if you choose to teach in Catholic schools or in prior-to-school settings. In addition to the University’s core curriculum of introductory units in theology, philosophy and ethics, you will complete courses that combine educational theory and classroom learning with considerable time spent in professional experience placements. These can be undertaken in early learning    settings and primary schools across NSW and beyond.

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Areas of study

Curriculum areas (subjects) of the primary curriculum plus Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and inclusive education,  pedagogy and assessment, planning and programming for early and primary years. You can also choose to specialise in religious education, early childhood education, English/literacy, mathematics or science and technology.

Potential Career Outcomes

Career opportunities

Teach in Australian and overseas schools, including Catholic, government, independent and prior-to-school/early childhood settings.

Students who elect to attain International Baccalaureate Certification, will also be eligible to teach at one of 4,500 International Baccalaureate schools in over 100  countries.

ATAR & Selection Rank

The ATAR and Selection Rank profile is not available as this is a new course.

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the University of Notre Dame Australia website for admission criteria information.

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