Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)
Charles Sturt University
CRICOS provider number: 00005F TEQSA provider ID: PRV12018
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Standard progression involves four calendar years and uses all three sessions.
This course provides students with the skills to teach children from birth to age 12 as an early childhood and primary teacher. Students will gain hands-on experience with professional experience placements in educational settings.
Areas of study
Teaching (early childhood), teaching (primary).
Career opportunities
When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including teacher in government or non-government primary school/preschool, early childhood education and care services, other children's services in Australia or overseas.
Professional recognition
This course is professionally accredited by NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
Please refer to the Charles Sturt Professional Accreditation resource for specific information and a link to the accreditation body.
Practical experience
Professional experience in a variety of primary schools/preschools, early childhood education and care services and other children's services in rural, regional and/or urban settings.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Questionnaire: Applicants are required to answer four questions about their motivation and suitability for teaching. Preview the teaching questionnaire.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Three Band 5 results, including English, in the NSW HSC or equivalent.
Charles Sturt University courses are designed and accredited with alternative entry as all students undertake core discipline studies in the first two years of study equivalent to three Band 5 results, including English and mathematics, before undertaking curriculum and professional studies.
Recommended studies: Mathematics Advanced.
Minimum ATAR: 65.00.
Other applicants
Refer to the Charles Sturt University general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Charles Sturt University website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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Study Link
Study Link is Charles Sturt University’s Preparation for University Study program, offering a suite of over 20 short, self-paced subjects that have been designed to help build academic skills, fill knowledge gaps and give you practical experience and confidence in studying online. Study Link subjects help your transition to university study, with dedicated subject coordinators available to help you along the way.
Study Link subjects are non-credit bearing and free for most Australian residents. For more information, visit Study Link on the Charles Sturt University website.