Bachelor of Education (Primary) and Bachelor of Psychology
Bachelor of Education (Primary) and Bachelor of Psychology
Summary Primary educators focus on helping children reach their full potential, inspire a love of learning, and guide them in the development of foundational skills in areas such as literacy and numeracy; and physical, social and emotional competencies. Psychology professionals seek to understand how the mind works and the behaviour…
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Summary
Primary educators focus on helping children reach their full potential, inspire a love of learning, and guide them in the development of foundational skills in areas such as literacy and numeracy; and physical, social and emotional competencies. Psychology professionals seek to understand how the mind works and the behaviour of people.
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) component of this degree will provide you with the equivalent of two years full-time professional study in teacher education, preparing you to teach K-6 in government and private schools. The Bachelor of Psychology component will develop your understanding of the psychological processes that underlie behaviour, preparing you to work in psychology-related areas. In the classroom, an advanced understanding of human behaviour, especially of young children, is a highly desirable skill and will set you apart from your peers.
Key features
Apply Key Learning Area subject content knowledge
Design learning experiences that reflect evidence-based best practice, and learn how to embed technology into the curriculum. Broaden your knowledge and skill set
Gain a teaching specialisation in maths, science and technology, or English. Be classroom-ready by the time you graduate
Engage in early childhood, primary and secondary settings in first year, and local or regional professional placements in second year. Undertake a psychology-related internship
Gain relevant workplace experience in a professional or community setting that’s relevant to psychology in your third year.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Education adviser
Education officer
Education policy adviser
Education researcher
Primary teacher
Psychology professional (not under psychologist title)
Employers
Catholic Education
Community organisations
Department of Education
Education and training sector
Government agencies and departments
Government schools
Health organisations
Independent schools
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
