Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Education
From the first semester, you will benefit from in school experiences, beginning with interactions with small groups of primary students and culminating in the fourth year professional experience when you will be fully competent to teach with minimal supervision. Be part of a vibrant education community that mentors students to become confident, skilled teachers and future leaders engaging in critical and reflective practice to meet the challenges of our global community.
Official- Duration
- 4 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- Camperdown
- NSW · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 103484G
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Course overview
From the first semester, you will benefit from in school experiences, beginning with interactions with small groups of primary students and culminating in the fourth year professional experience when you will be fully competent to teach with minimal supervision. Be part of a vibrant education community that mentors students to become confident, skilled teachers and future leaders engaging in critical and reflective practice to meet the challenges of our global community.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Admission to this course is on the basis of the following criteria: - a secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), or approved higher education study , including approved preparation courses. - Applicants to all undergraduate education degrees (except Early Childhood) will be required to complete a brief personal statement. For more information, visit our personal statement FAQ page . - English language requirements where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English. Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways . Prerequisites Prerequisites for NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Until 2023: Band 5 in three HSC subjects (or equivalent) one of which must be English (English Standard or English Advanced or ESL/EALD). From 2023: Band 5 in three HSC subjects (or equivalent) one of which must be English (English Standard or English Advanced or ESL/EALD); and Band 4 in Mathematics Standard (or equivalent) or higher. Similar requirements will be applied to the IB and other Australian Year 12 qualifications. For other secondary qualifications applicants will need to achieve the minimum scores provided as a guide as well as achieve good results in English (not ESL). Applicants who must meet English proficiency requirements through an English proficiency test such as IELTS must meet those requirements separately. Applicants must also meet any additional requirements as set by regulatory bodies or accrediting agencies. Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) The requirement to complete the LANTITE applies to all students enrolled in the BEd (Primary); BEd (Health and PE); BEd (Secondary); BEd/BAS (Secondary); and all Master of Teaching programs except MTeach (Early Childhood). All BEd students are expected to sit and pass the test within the first two years of candidature. Register to take the LANTITE . For information about teacher-accreditation requirements in NSW, including the testing, visit the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) . Inherent requirements for programs in primary education To assist students to make informed choices about their study, the Sydney School of Education and Social Work has identified inherent requirements for coursework-award courses in Primary Education. In order to successfully complete such a course, students must possess these qualities and skills (PDF). 2026|NESA-primary$2027|NESA-primary$2028|
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Swiss Maturity Certificate
61.5
85%
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7.5L 8 · R 7 · W 7 · S 8
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Admission to this course is on the basis of the following criteria: - a secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), or approved higher education study , including approved preparation courses. - Applicants to all undergraduate education degrees (except Early Childhood) will be required to complete a brief personal statement. For more information, visit our personal statement FAQ page . - English language requirements where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English. Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways . Prerequisites Prerequisites for NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Until 2023: Band 5 in three HSC subjects (or equivalent) one of which must be English (English Standard or English Advanced or ESL/EALD). From 2023: Band 5 in three HSC subjects (or equivalent) one of which must be English (English Standard or English Advanced or ESL/EALD); and Band 4 in Mathematics Standard (or equivalent) or higher. Similar requirements will be applied to the IB and other Australian Year 12 qualifications. For other secondary qualifications applicants will need to achieve the minimum scores provided as a guide as well as achieve good results in English (not ESL). Applicants who must meet English proficiency requirements through an English proficiency test such as IELTS must meet those requirements separately. Applicants must also meet any additional requirements as set by regulatory bodies or accrediting agencies. Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) The requirement to complete the LANTITE applies to all students enrolled in the BEd (Primary); BEd (Health and PE); BEd (Secondary); BEd/BAS (Secondary); and all Master of Teaching programs except MTeach (Early Childhood). All BEd students are expected to sit and pass the test within the first two years of candidature. Register to take the LANTITE . For information about teacher-accreditation requirements in NSW, including the testing, visit the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) . Inherent requirements for programs in primary education To assist students to make informed choices about their study, the Sydney School of Education and Social Work has identified inherent requirements for coursework-award courses in Primary Education. In order to successfully complete such a course, students must possess these qualities and skills (PDF). 2026|NESA-primary$2027|NESA-primary$2028|
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | The University of Sydney | — | — | $57,700per year | International students |
Where it is taught
The University of Sydney
PrimaryParramatta Rd, Susan Wakil Health Building, D18 Western Avenue, CAMPERDOWN, NSW
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References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)sydney.edu.au
- The University of Sydneysydney.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Sydney Conservatorium Advanced Diploma of Opera handbookOfficial source
- University of Sydney Study Abroad inbound guideOfficial source
- University of Sydney per-course coredata and explorer JSONOfficial source
- International Admission Guide 2027Official source
- Coursework Policy 2021Official source
- University of Sydney Honours eligibilityOfficial source
- University of Sydney English language requirementsOfficial source
- University of Sydney preparation and direct-entry programsOfficial source
- University of Sydney international undergraduate academic requirementsOfficial source
- University of Sydney postgraduate research admissionOfficial source
- Taylors College Sydney entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source