- ATAR 66.00
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- 4 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Springfield
- Toowoomba
- External
- Feb, May
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- AUD 4,624
- (Indicative annual fee)
- Toowoomba 908171
- External 908175
- Springfield 928171
Overview
- Gain the unique knowledge and expertise required to educate young learners from Prep to Year 6 with UniSQ’s Bachelor of Education (Primary). This industry-accredited degree is designed to equip graduates with the confidence to teach primary school students in a variety of contexts across all learning areas.
- Learn from industry professionals and academics to develop sound knowledge of subject-matter, preparing you to teach within areas including arts, technology, humanities, maths, English, health and physical education, or science.
- Develop invaluable transferable skills including collaboration, organisation, adaptability, communication, empathy and patience, that can be applied across a range of professional contexts.
- Complete 80 days of supervised placement in P-6 classrooms at a variety of locations, including rural, remote and international placements. These placements may include mainstream classroom settings as well as opportunities to engage in alternative educational environments, ensuring you become a well-rounded and highly employable graduate.
- Benefit from flexible study options – study online, on-campus or a combination of both. Tailor your subject enrolment to meet your needs. Study full-time, take one subject at a time add extra subjects when life allows.
Experts in the field
UniSQ’s staff are experts in the field of education and have helped me on my journey. Thanks to their support and guidance I am now on my way to becoming an accomplished teacher. I wouldn’t trade my time there for anywhere else.
Keegan - Education
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you are prepared to work as a qualified teacher in Prep to Year 6 in primary schools in Queensland, throughout Australia and overseas (subject to local requirements).
Teaching skills are also in demand in other areas, including roles with human services, community-based government organisations and recreation and tourism industries.
Professional accreditation
This degree is approved with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
As a graduate, you are eligible to apply for registration as a teacher through the Queensland College of Teachers. For registration in Queensland, both domestic and international students are required to attend the majority of placements in settings within Australia.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Education (Primary), you must successfully complete 32 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Degree requirements
All students must provide evidence of an attempt at the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) by the end of their first year, which is measured by 8 courses/units of study. For First Nations language speakers, recognition of First Nations language proficiency by a relevant cultural authority is an acceptable alternative standard. Additionally, students are made aware of this requirement through block announcements on designated first year StudyDesks, Orientation programs and student notifications when Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) test windows become available.
You will also need to complete 80 days of professional experience to gain valuable skills in primary classrooms. These experiences provide you with opportunities to put theory into practice.
To support you throughout your professional experience, there are many opportunities to receive financial support and scholarships. Learn more about the available support.
All students must be able to meet professional requirements expected of teachers within this degree.
Other study options
At UniSQ, we support busy, modern learners wanting to start or progress in their careers. Whatever your goals, we offer flexible study options such as opportunities to upskill without committing to a full degree.
Discover UniSQ’s industry-driven short courses.
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes.
Select the highest level of education you have or will be completing to find the entry requirements that applies to you.
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Subject pre-requisites:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
- General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent.
This information applies if you’ve previously completed or started higher education study at university.
If you’ve done any study at UniSQ or another university, you may be eligible to apply based on your previous studies. We’ll use the best selection rank from your previous studies when assessing your application.
If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you can use your Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) awards of:
- certificate III
- certificate IV
- diploma or
- advanced diploma
to apply to study with UniSQ.
We will review your academic history to determine if you’re eligible for admission. We’ll convert your TAFE or VET qualification, past school results and any relevant work experience into a selection rank. This selection rank will determine which degrees you meet the entry requirements for.
If it’s been over two years since you completed secondary education and you haven’t pursued any vocational education training (VET) or higher education since, you’re still eligible to study at UniSQ.
You don't need to have an ATAR or come straight from high school to study at uni. Your work experience and other adjustment factors may help you meet UniSQ's entry requirements.
Let us help you navigate through our entry options – start a conversation, whenever suits you.
All applicants
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 7.5, with a minimum 7.0 in writing and reading, and a mimimum of 8.0 in speaking and listening.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Explore the ATAR/selection rank of students offered a place in this degree in the first 2025 intake, based entirely or partly on their ATAR. To learn more about the backgrounds of students in this degree, access the QTAC website via the How to apply section.
Toowoomba
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 97.95
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 74.00
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 66.20
External
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 92.85
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 81.95
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 68.00
Springfield
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 94.75
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 78.75
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 68.15
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet these requirements throughout your studies.
Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities, and knowledge that you must be able to demonstrate to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree.
If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to an Accessibility Support Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.
Review the inherent requirements for this degree.
In order to attend a professional experience placement in Queensland, you must hold a valid Blue Card or Exemption Card.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Placement courses may incur some additional costs, including uniform and equipment, transport to and from venues and, in some instances, living expenses, particularly for placements in rural and remote settings.
You may be eligible to receive the Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) designed to help cover some of the costs associated with mandatory placements.
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
You can apply to study at UniSQ via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Copy the QTAC code for the study location you've chosen for this degree.
- Click on the location you’ve chosen in the below table to take you to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Select 'Apply Now' to create a QTAC account.
| Location | QTAC Code |
|---|---|
| Toowoomba | 908171 |
| External | 908175 |
| Springfield | 928171 |
Some applicants may be eligible to apply directly to UniSQ if they meet certain criteria. Explore the application process that’s right for you.
You can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 2.
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 10 February | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 26 May | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 16 February | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
More information on application key dates is available.
There are several special admission schemes that use adjustment factors to boost your ATAR or selection rank with additional points, to improve your chances of getting into your preferred degree.
You may be eligible for these admission schemes based on:
- your background and personal circumstances
- where you live
- the subjects you studied at school.
You do not have to apply for these adjustments as they will be automatically applied by QTAC when your application is assessed.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The documentation you need to provide with your application depends on your qualifications.
If applying through QTAC, you will also need a Unique Student Identifier which is your individual education number for life.
Follow our easy instructions to discover further information on applying to study that’s right for you.
Depending on how you applied to study at UniSQ, the process to accept your offer will vary.
Offer to study at UniSQ from QTAC
- QTAC will send you an email if you have received an offer. To respond to your offer, log in to the QTAC application portal.
- Information regarding QTAC key dates for when offers will be made is available.
- Didn’t receive an offer? Don’t worry – you may just need to update your preferences.
Offer to study from UniSQ
- After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. You will be notified via email the outcome of your application within 10 business days.
- Follow the link in your email from UniSQ or log in to the application portal to accept your offer.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
Primary school teaching is an incredibly rewarding career. When you educate children, you can see the positive effects on a daily basis in how they progress and know that you are making an impact on their lives and education.
Be a part of shaping future generations and help children develop the social, behavioural and intellectual skills they need in society.
It’s a stable career choice that provides job opportunities and skills you can take interstate as well as overseas.
As a primary education graduate, you’ll gain the skills to teach children in Prep (aged 4-5) to Year 6 (aged 11-12) in private or public schools.
If you don’t wish to work directly in the classroom, you can find work as a private tutor, in learning support roles in higher education institutions, such as TAFE colleges or universities, roles in community youth work, or as an academic advisor.
Whether you want to stay in the classroom or progress into leadership or educational roles, teach across Queensland and the world, you can continue to build on your skills throughout your education and teaching career.
Graduates from a Bachelor of Teaching Primary or Bachelor of Education Primary in Queensland are trained to teach students from Prep to Year 6.
The requirement to get into a Bachelor of Education Primary is a minimum ATAR and subject pre-requisites in English, maths and a Year 12 science subject. You’ll also need to submit written statements addressing your suitability and motivation to becoming a teacher.
We also offer pathways to become a primary school teacher if you don’t meet these entry requirements.
For further information on ATAR, pre-requisites and pathways, please view the entry requirements section of this page for details.
Most Bachelor of Primary Education degrees take four years to finish if you study full-time, with four subjects per semester. If you study part-time with two courses per semester, it will take longer than four years to finish.
We offer a variety of flexible study options to ensure your study is practical for your career and for you. Regardless of how you choose to study, you’ll experience the same level of support and opportunities to connect with others. Discover more about the different ways to study at UniSQ.
Yes! The Bachelor of Education (Primary) is available to study completely online except for the placement courses and practical experience you’ll undertake in school settings.
The cost of a Bachelor of Education (Primary) in Australia will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
When you study with us, the first year of your studies will cost approximately AUD 4000 (Commonwealth supported place) not including:
- Student services and amenities fees
- Professional experience costs.
Please view the fees and scholarships section of this page for details.
Inspire the next generation and help set young children on the path of success, all while gaining a valuable education for yourself you can utilise in a multitude of industries.
- UniSQ has over 800 placement partners supporting pre-service teachers across Queensland, interstate and overseas to ensure you’ll get well prepared for the classroom with quality professional experience.
- We model the latest teaching approaches and innovative communication technologies to ensure maximum support for students in face-to-face and blended learning modes.
- UniSQ is rated 5/5 stars for education and training learning resources (Good Universities Guide, 2025).
