Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) program is designed to develop capacities required by teachers working in the information age. This program focuses on the development of skills, understandings, and attributes that enable graduates to demonstrate specialist abilities in literacy and numeracy, diversity and differentiated learning, leadership and research, and connected practicum.

Program Details

• Duration: 4 Years full-time
• Location: St Lucia
• Program Code: 2380
• AQF: Level 8
• CRICOS Code: D

Entry Requirements

Prerequisites

• Successful completion of 48 units towards the first three years of a Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree, including all compulsory BEd(Primary) Core Courses.
• A grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 across the courses that can be credited towards the BEd(Primary)(Hons).

Minimum Entry Score

The minimum entry score varies depending on the qualification and country of origin.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS score of 7.5 overall; speaking 8; listening 8, reading 7, writing 7.

Inherent Requirements

To complete this degree, students must meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes.

Student Visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative Annual Fee

• Domestic: $5,340 (2026)
• International: AUD $45,792 (2026)

Additional Costs

• Books, technical notes, etc. (approx $150)
• Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements.
• All students are required to successfully meet the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) standards prior to graduation.

Government Assistance

Domestic places in the Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) are Commonwealth supported.

Scholarships

There are over 100 scholarships available, including the Clyde and Norma Spearritt Scholarship, UQ Refugee and Humanitarian Scholarship, and Au Family Scholarship.

How to Apply

Applying Online

Students can transfer into this honours program at the end of their third year in the Bachelor of Education (Primary) by submitting a program change request in mySI-net.

Important Dates

• To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

Program Highlights

• High achieving students in the Bachelor of Education (Primary) can transfer into this program at the end of their third year and undertake advanced coursework and write a thesis.
• Get early experience in classrooms, spending 10 days in a school in the first year.
• Learn from world-renowned educators who will teach flexible and creative ways to cater for the diverse learning needs of children.
• Study with a smaller cohort and build a support network and strong friendships with peers.

Career Possibilities

• Higher education compliance manager
• Director of studies
• Learning designer
• Educational technologist
• Senior program lead
• Academic services officer
• International school head
• Primary school teacher
• Associate professor of special education

Professional Memberships and Registration

• Queensland College of Teachers
• Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership

Program Accreditation

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership.