Flinders University

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The future-focused Bachelor of Education (Primary) empowers graduates to weave together knowledge and skills, mind and context to inspire and educate young minds.

Through a rigorous course of study integrated with professional practice, students develop their command of critical ideas and skills, develop their professional identity and build their capacity to create knowledge for the future alongside parents/carers, other professionals and the wider community. Graduates understand the world from multiple viewpoints and possess the relational sensitivity, competency and imagination to evaluate and adapt to rapid changes in contemporary society.

As an Initial Teacher Education degree, successful completion of the Bachelor of Education (Primary) enables you to apply for registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia.

Delivery mode

Flinders University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Sturt Rd, Bedford Park

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission Pathways

You have recent secondary education

  • If you’ve finished Year 12 (and do not have more than 2 years of higher education study), or are currently studying Year 12 and complete the SACE/IB (or interstate equivalent) you are eligible to compete for uni entry via your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

    • You have completed vocational education and training (VET)

  • If you have TAFE/VET qualifications (Cert 3 or higher) you are eligible to apply. Note, admission is competitive and most courses require higher than Certificate 3 level for admission.

    • You have completed some higher education

  • If you have completed the equivalent of at least one semester (full-time) but no more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you may be considered for entry to most courses on the basis of your higher education results or any other qualifications that meet the University's entry requirements (eg Year 12 results or VET qualifications).
  • If you have completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you will normally be considered for entry on the basis of your higher education results only.

    • You have work and life experience

    • If you have not had the opportunity to gain access to university by traditional means there are these options.
    • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
    • Flinders Foundation Studies Program
    • Skills Assessment Program
    • Year 12 qualifications

    English language requirements

    Undergraduate programs

    • IELTS (Academic): 7.0 Overall
    • TOEFL (Internet): 72 Total score with 18 Speaking and 21 Writing
    • Pearson (PTE Academic): 65 Overall
    • Cambridge C1 Advanced: 169 Overall
    Additional requirements may apply.

    Course fees

    Estimated Fee* $0 - $31,252 $127,600 Fees are based on full-time study.
    * Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
    Standard Tuition:
    $31,252
    Standard Tuition:
    $127,600
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $31,252
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $127,600
    Enquire with Flinders University to find out more.
    Study mode On Campus
    Duration 4 Years
    Estimated fee* $0 - $31,252 $127,600 Support may be available

    Career opportunities

    The Bachelor of Education (Primary) will prepare you for the following roles.

    Curriculum Developer

    A Curriculum Developer designs and updates educational programs for schools, universities, or training institutions. You might work in an education...

    Avg yearly income $91,000
    Entry barriers Low

    Primary School Teacher

    A Primary School Teacher is responsible for developing lesson plans, delivering educational content, and creating a supportive classroom environmen...

    Avg yearly income $95,680
    Entry barriers Low

    About Flinders University

    For over 50 years, Flinders has been a centre of inspiring achievement: from our pioneering research and excellence in teaching to the positive impact we have in the communities we serve.

    Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.

    It extends from our founding Vice-Chancellor Peter Karmel’s entreaty to ‘experiment and experiment bravely’ through to the creative, trailblazing work of our staff, students and alumni.

    As we enter an era of disruptive change and remarkable technological innovation, Flinders is well prepared for this unpredictable, exciting future.

    Our strong network of external links keeps our work dynamic, enabling us to connect across barriers to create enterprising solutions for the future, to make a difference by changing lives and, ultimately, the world.