Program Overview

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) is a course designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to become effective primary school teachers.

Course Rules and Maps

Course maps provide a visual representation of the course rules and the sequence of units. The course rules are published in the official ACU Handbook and are subject to change. Any queries regarding the course structure should be directed to the course coordinator.

Students Starting in 2026

Refer to the First Year Enrolment Guide for key information on which units to enrol in for 2026.

Students Who Started in 2025 Only

• Commencing semester 1 course map
• Commencing semester 2 course map

Students Who Started in 2023 or 2024

• Commencing semester 1 course map
• Commencing semester 2 course map

Students Who Started in 2021 or 2022

• Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Semester 1 intake) course map
• Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Semester 2 intake) course map

Unit Offerings

Religious Education Accreditation

Refer to the 2025 Religious Education Unit Offerings and Information for Religious Education Accreditation: BEd(Primary) documents simultaneously.

Core Curriculum

The ACU Core Curriculum is an integral part of the course.

Course Information

Understanding Your Course

• Students commencing 2025
• Students commencing 2024
• Students commencing 2023
• Students commencing 2021 or 2022

Professional Experience

Professional Experience Information and Dates are available.

Core Curriculum

The ACU Core Curriculum is designed to provide students with a broad-based education.

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General Advice

For all general enquiries, or questions regarding course enrolment, fees, timetabling, results, or graduation, please contact the relevant support team.

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About ACU

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