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Course Overview
This degree is pending accreditation with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
Everyone has that one teacher that always believed in them. Be that teacher for your students and help create a brighter future for the next generation.
You'll learn the knowledge and skills to teach prep to Year 6 and cover areas such as humanities and social science, the way language develops and works, mathematics, science and technology, health and physical education, and the arts.
Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Primary Education
A shared foundation year, between the Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education, Bachelor of Primary Education and Bachelor of Secondary Education, to develop key insights into major trends and themes in education. This shared foundation year allows for a seamless transition between degrees, giving you time to decide which age group you feel most comfortable teaching.
Benefit from our strong relationships with schools and industry partners. During your studies, you will undertake 80 days of supervised professional experience and we have a dedicated placement officer to assist in organising your placement.
Choose to specialise with your choice of electives and major.
Learn at your own pace, with flexible options including online learning you may be able to fast-track your studies.
Once accredited, eligible students can apply for Queensland teacher registration as soon as they graduate.
Where You Can Study
Brisbane
Level 8, 333 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000
Student Information
Duration
Intakes
Study Mode
Eligibility
Domestic students:
International students:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) / AITSL
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AITSL
Common Questions
The Bachelor of Primary Education at Griffith University has a duration of 208 weeks (approximately 4 years) for international students.
The estimated total course cost is AU$152,017, which includes tuition fees of AU$148,000 and non-tuition fees of AU$4,017.
Yes, the course includes a significant work component totalling 600 hours, spread across 16 weeks at 37.50 hours per week, providing students with hands-on classroom experience.
The Bachelor of Primary Education is available at three Griffith University campuses: Brisbane South (Nathan), Gold Coast, and Logan — all located in Queensland, Australia.
The Bachelor of Primary Education may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a registered Skills Level 1 Bachelor qualification with a duration greater than 92 weeks. Its narrow Field of Education (Teacher Education) would need to align with the Skills Level 1 priority list, and eligibility is reviewed yearly by the Department of Education.
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