The University of Newcastle
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Teachers and education professionals have the power to support children’s growth, influence lives and shape young minds. The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) leads to a rewarding career to work with children in:
You will be prepared to work with diverse families and children in early childcare centres, preschools, and primary school classrooms.
Students entering education programs must meet any additional requirements as determined by the NSW Education Standards Authority and Australian Government teacher education policy. Our education degrees are accredited with the NSW Education Standards Authority and Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority. Refer to Your accreditation on the NSW Education Standards Authority website.
Our programs are designed with pathways to cater for students from a variety of educational backgrounds, including applicants who have met the NSW Education Standards Authority requirement of three HSC Band 5s (including one in English). For those applicants who may not have met the NSW Education Standards Authority requirement on entry, and who otherwise meet the University of Newcastle academic entry requirements, there are pathways which enable you to meet the teacher education milestone by the completion of the first year of study (80 units) in the program. For further information, refer to Admission into teacher education degrees on the University of Newcastle website.
Visit the AITSL website for further information on current Australian Government teacher education policy.
Indigenous education, diversity, and inclusion, children’s learning, and growth across the span of birth to 12 years, play based learning, curriculum and pedagogy in K-6, early childhood education, early childhood special education, ethics and professional codes of conduct, families and society, foundation of primary education, language and mathematical learning, policies and issues, primary school teaching, programming and planning for children aged 0-5 years, leadership and advocacy, psychology of learning and teaching.
Early childhood teacher, early childhood centre director, primary school teacher, community educator, educational researcher, curriculum developer.
Accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACEQA).
At least three professional experience placements totaling approximately 90 days.
You can also take advantage of:
To be eligible to attend a placement in a NSW Department of Education facility or other NSW School or Service, all students must meet all the education placement requirements.
Students who complete their first two years of the program with at least a credit grade point average have the option to internally apply for admission to the Research Honours program for their final two years.
Check the special requirements and policies for this course.
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English and Mathematics Advanced (or equivalent).
If you have not previously studied one or more of these subjects or your knowledge is limited, we encourage you to undertake bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging offers academic preparation and support short courses, which are free and can be completed on campus or online before you start your degree.
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If you completed or partially completed higher education studies, your grade point average can be converted to a selection rank for admission purposes.
If you completed or partially completed competency-based vocational education and training (such as TAFE, a private Registered Training Provider, or vocational studies undertaken in high school), this can be used to determine your eligibility for admission.
Studies completed at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher provide Guaranteed Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.
If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University offers a range of pathways toward your dream degree. No matter what your age or experience, there is a place for you.
If you have undertaken previous studies at another higher education institution or registered training organisation, you may be awarded credit towards your undergraduate degree. You must apply for admission before applying for credit.
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
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Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.