Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Promote life-long learning in primary school students with a Bachelor of Education (Primary). Benefit from 85 days of practical classroom placement and ongoing professional experience opportunities. Develop specialist communication and facilitation skills relevant to teaching in urban, regional, rural and remote communities and supporting Indigenous educational outcomes What to expect…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Promote life-long learning in primary school students with a Bachelor of Education (Primary). Benefit from 85 days of practical classroom placement and ongoing professional experience opportunities. Develop specialist communication and facilitation skills relevant to teaching in urban, regional, rural and remote communities and supporting Indigenous educational outcomes
What to expect
Focus on the curriculum for children from Prep to Year Six and experience relevant workplace learning in primary school settings. Gain professional experience from your first year in state, Catholic and independent schools.
Participate in placements in a range of school settings, including rural and remote areas to expand your employment options. Learn to critically evaluate and apply contemporary research to provide inclusive learning environments for diverse student needs.
Experience international placements in Service Learning to broaden your professional experience.
Majors
As part of the Bachelor of Education (Primary), you can choose one of the following specialisations:
English/literacy
Mathematics/numeracy
Science
Health and Physical Education
Consult the handbook for specialisations available at each campus.
Career Opportunities
JCU Education (Primary) graduates are equipped to become teachers who can meet the diverse needs of primary school children from Prep to Year Six.
Graduates pursue careers in state, Catholic, and independent schools across Australia and overseas, particularly the United Kingdom.
You will be well positioned to find employment as a primary school teacher in metropolitan areas and throughout rural and regional Australia. As a graduate, you will be particularly qualified to meet the education and care needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
James Cook University partners with Russo Higher Education Pty Ltd to deliver the programs available at our Brisbane campus.
As a JCUB student you have access to dedicated student support including opportunities for enhanced job-support services, academic learning advisors, counselling, employment assistance, and English language and academic pathways.
