Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) from Western Sydney University prepares graduates to become highly sought-after primary school teachers (Kindergarten to Year 6). The program combines on-campus and online learning, emphasizing engaged and work-integrated learning. Graduates develop the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the teaching profession, including communication, creativity, independent thought, and adaptability.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Bachelor of Education (Primary) from Western Sydney University (WSU) prepares graduates to become highly sought-after primary school teachers (Kindergarten to Year 6) in government and non-government settings, as well as other educational fields in Australia.
• The program provides deep engagement in primary education through innovative teaching and learning approaches, combining on-campus and online learning experiences.
• It is underpinned by research evidence and produces high-quality graduates who are active in advancing the status of the teaching profession.
• The program includes foundation subjects (e.g., sociology for educators, educational psychology), teaching content knowledge with an emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and science, and the full suite of primary curriculum and pedagogy subjects.
• Students may choose electives such as inclusive education, sustainability, or science as part of their studies, which are delivered through a blended learning approach (online and on-campus).
• It emphasizes engaged and work-integrated learning through working with a school from the first year and professional experience in various primary schools.
• Graduates will develop the communication skills, creativity, capacity for independent thought, and adaptability needed to thrive in the real world.

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Careers:

• Primary school teacher in government and non-government settings
• Other educational fields in Australia