Course Overview

About This Course

This four-year undergraduate education program is available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students only. This program gives you the skills and understanding to teach effectively across the full curriculum range in Kindergarten to Year 6. It comprises a full suite of foundation, primary curriculum, and school-based subjects, including a range of professional experiences. This program will extend your personal literacy and numeracy skills and develop your cultural perspective as it relates to schools and communities. It provides a firm foundation for the curriculum studies subjects, in which you will examine the curriculum content for primary schools.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Bankstown City Campus, Western Sydney University, Bankstown, NSW

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students only
Lowest Selection Rank (LSR): 68
Apply via UAC (UAC code: 729032)
A literacy and numeracy test is required prior to the school placement for Professional Experience 4: Teaching in Country

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Our graduates are qualified to teach Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) in government and non-government primary schools in Australia, and most other countries. Our graduates will meet the Australian Professional Standards for Graduate Teachers.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) / AITSL

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education?

This program is available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students only. It is a four-year undergraduate education program offered at the Bankstown City campus.

What is block mode study and how does it work?

Block mode is designed to afford students the capacity to remain in their communities to fulfil their family, community, career, cultural and social responsibilities. To study a block mode program you are required to attend four residential schools per year, each lasting one week, whether online or face to face. Travel, accommodation and meal costs to attend the workshops are funded by Abstudy for approved students. Students may also be eligible for Tutoring for Success (TFS) assistance.

Where will professional experience placements take place?

Professional experience is undertaken in schools in home communities and in Sydney. A literacy and numeracy test is required prior to the school placement for Professional Experience 4: Teaching in Country.

Is this program professionally accredited?

Yes, this program has been professionally accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), and graduates will meet the Australian Professional Standards for Graduate Teachers.

What are the domestic student fees for this program?

Domestic students may be eligible for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP), with an indicative annual fee from $11,885.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $105,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $105,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Early Childhood TeacherPrimary School TeacherSecondary School TeacherSpecial Education TeacherTeacher Librarian

Key Skills

Lesson planning and curriculum design aligned to the Australian CurriculumDifferentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needsClassroom management and positive behaviour supportFormative and summative assessment design and analysisInclusive education practices for students with disabilities and additional needs

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