Overview

In the Primary Education programme from University of Wollongong you will undertake a school placement from the second year of your degree, allowing you to learn by observation and apply your skills in the classroom early in your degree.

Key facts

During your studies you will have opportunities for rural and international professional experiences, to study overseas with UOW's international exchange and study abroad partners, and to join international cultural immersion programmes.

UOW has strong community ties with schools and an extensive professional experience programme. You will also have access to academic staff and career consultants, who provide services and support to increase your employability. The Bachelor of Primary Education is delivered as an on campus degree.

Career opportunities

School teacher (Early Years excluded)

Early Childhood Teacher (Early Years only)

Educational consultant

Educational manager

Preschool teacher (Early Years only)

Private college teacher

Recreational activities coordinator

Sport development officer

TAFE teacher

Training and development officer

Accreditation

This degree is accredited and recognised as a national professional teaching qualification. All students will receive a national English/Literacy specialisation on successful completion of the program.

A NSW specialisation in Mathematics/Numeracy is also available to students with relevant interest and aptitude.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Learning in Higher Education

Language and Learning

Science Content Knowledge for Educators

Education and Society

Indigenous Geographies: Questioning Country

Language and Literacy 1: The Early Years

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-09 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-29 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-05 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-09 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

106

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wollongong, Australia

Disciplines

Primary Education View 46 other Bachelors in Primary Education in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

106

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7.5

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General requirements

CRICOS: 092683F

Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia. A teaching questionnaire will also need to be completed as part of the application.

In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36672 AUD / year

≈ 36672 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic:

Commonwealth supported students are required to pay a student contribution amount towards the cost of their course.

Living costs

Wollongong

Australia

1600 - 2200 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Key facts

Career opportunities

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Wollongong

Funding

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