Bachelor of Education

By studying this innovative degree, you will meet the national accreditation requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership and can choose to be equipped to teach in either primary or secondary settings. You can also complete your degree in just three and a half years, giving you a head start in your teaching career.

In your foundation first year, you’ll be equipped with a thorough understanding of fundamental teaching principles from a global perspective, with a focus on digital learning. You’ll then select a major in either primary or secondary education, with the option to study a double major. Griffith is the only Queensland university that gives you the freedom to choose your major in your second year. You’ll also undertake professional practice, which includes observation and participation in schools, practice teaching, internships and community field studies every year as part of your studies, ensuring you graduate with a wealth of practical experience and networks. 

Note: Students study over three trimesters each year, completing the program in 3.5 years. Students may choose to study this program part-time. A Suitability Card is required. All courses in the Primary Health and Physical Education major except 4082EDN Specialist Planning in Health and Physical Education are also offered online.

Areas of study

Primary majors: Early childhood education (Logan, Online), health and physical education (Gold Coast), special needs education (Mt Gravatt, Online). Primary minors: English education (Mt Gravatt, Gold Coast, Logan, Online), mathematics education (Mt Gravatt, Gold Coast, Online), science education (Mt Gravatt, Gold Coast) Secondary majors: Learning support (Mt Gravatt, Online). Secondary teaching areas:* Biology, Chemistry, Design, Drama, Digital Technologies, English, Food and Nutrition, Geography, Health and Physical Education, History, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Visual Arts. *Not all teaching areas are available at all campuses.

Career opportunities

Teacher in independent, Catholic and state education systems in Queensland, nationally and overseas; head of curriculum; school policy adviser; curriculum officer; principal; roles in training settings in industry and government, outdoor education, adult literacy, libraries, educational research, education policy or consultancy.

Professional recognition

Queensland College of Teachers. The early childhood major is recognised by the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority.

Practical experience

Observation and participation in schools, practice teaching, community field studies. For placement requirements (eg Suitability Card), refer to Bachelor of Education course details.

Fees and charges

Refer to Griffith University current fee information.