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CRICOS course code: 093396E

Level of study: Undergraduate

Summary

The primary school years are fundamental for future growth. With young people growing up in a rapidly changing world, we need primary school teachers who understand the challenges they face and are skilled to guide them to become their best selves.

Pursue a rewarding career in primary school teaching with La Trobe's Bachelor of Education (Primary). Get the skills, experience and confidence to make a difference from your first day as a qualified teacher.

You'll become classroom ready with extensive in-school experience. You'll learn how to manage classrooms, design class plans, guide students, and create a safe and engaging learning space for your students.

You'll build discipline-specific knowledge, choosing from electives in science, languages, arts, health, psychology, health, mathematics, humanities, physical education and more.

Throughout your studies, you'll learn the latest evidence-based teaching techniques. Explore innovative pedagogies and learning sciences, and learn how to address the individual learning needs of each student.

You'll learn:

Digital learning

Explore the world of digital learning in a way that's creative, collaborative and innovative.

Learning contexts

Learn how to create safe, diverse learning environments for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Literacy and numeracy

Understand key concepts and conventions of the English language and numeracy.

Student development

Learn how to guide your students and nurture their talents, while helping them to grow their abilities.

Classroom readiness

Prepare for the classroom with extensive in-school experience and guidance from our highly experienced and dedicated teaching academics.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.

Career outcomes

After graduation, you'll be prepared to work in learning- or education-related fields across a wide range of industries.

You could find roles in:

Primary schools

Teach, mentor, and support children in primary schools.

Community organisations

Develop, implement and deliver community education programs and interventions.

Non-traditional learning environment

Provide guidance for advisory boards, private organisations, and local and state governments.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) is accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Professional registration may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.

Accreditation, registration and/or membership details for this course may be found on the La Trobe University website.

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