Bachelor of Education - Primary
James Cook University (JCU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00117J
Learn to establish positive and engaging learning environments for primary school students. Benefit from a wide range of placement opportunities across your degree in regional, rural and remote areas. Develop skills to improve Indigenous education outcomes and leverage a world-class education into a career that will change lives, including your own. Focus on the curriculum for children from Prep to Year Six. Youll learn methods for engaging students through creative activities and strategies, establishing routines and patterns, and maintaining positive, respectful learning environments. Develop skills for leading a classroom, including inclusive teaching methods that ensure the success of each of your students. Experience relevant workplace learning in primary school settings. Gain professional experience from your first year of study in state, Catholic, and independent schools. Over the course of your Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree, youll undertake 95 days of placement. In your final year, you will complete a mandatory five-day intensive Professional Orientation Program, ensuring that youre ready to take on your career in education with confidence.
Structure
96 credit points of subjects including 9 credit points (3 subjects) from a selected specialisation. The course includes prescribed professional placements. Online study commences in March and September of each year and students study one subject six times a year to complete in 5.5 years.
Subjects
- Education-primary. Specialisations: English/literacy
- Mathematics/numeracy
- Science
- Technologies
- Health and physical education.
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- English (Units 3/4,C), General Maths or Mathematical Methods or Specialist Maths (Units 3/4,C) and a General Science subject
Recognition
Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL); Queensland College of Teachers.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JCU Cairns | International: $128,160 | No |
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| JCU Online | International: $128,160 | No |
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| JCU Townsville | International: $128,160 | No |
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Further information
International student visa-holders must not enrol in more than a third of the total credit points for the course in online, distance or external study.
