158510 v.5 Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)

Introduction

Teaching continues to be a valued and sought after profession in all countries of the world. Curtin provides a high quality and well-regarded undergraduate course for beginning primary school teachers that is recognised both nationally and internationally as a teaching qualification. During the course, there are opportunities for international internship, 'country' field experience, and an honours pathway. The Department of Education has highly qualified and experienced staff who provide a vibrant and contemporary learning environment. Graduates of this course will be employable as primary school teachers in all states of Australia and countries with comparable education systems such as Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

One TEE Mathematics.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and V and Q. Applicants for this course should refer to the Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Note

The Department of Education requires all Primary Education students to pass a literacy and numeracy competency test in the first year of the degree. These tests comprise spelling, essay writing, and knowledge of mathematics content appropriate to primaryaged children.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This course is four years full-time study.

Course Organisation

This course includes core studies including Professional Practice units and optional unit studies. Core studies are undertaken concurrently with optional units and University electives. Units cater for the different needs of primary students. In consultation with a course adviser, students select sequenced pathways designed to support and enrich individual knowledge and skills. Students are encouraged, where possible, to undertake electives in place of optional units from other areas of the University. In the third year students are selected for the honours program or continue with the standard course stream.

Professional Recognition

This course is recognised nationally as an initial pre-service teaching qualification.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are qualified to seek employment in the state and independent systems of education. Some also seek employment in alternative settings and related industries.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.