Victoria University
Bachelor of Education (P-12)
City Flinders, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4.0F/P
Campus
Footscray Park (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Education (P-12) at Victoria University in City Flinders, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Education graduates typically pursue qualified teacher status and classroom careers in state or independent schools, or enter roles in educational management, curriculum development, educational technology and training and development.
Student life (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
34,599
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
45.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
66.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£30,810
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Education (P-12)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Education (P-12) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Education (P-12)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 70.00If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in English as an Additional Language equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English other than EAL equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Mathematics equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any Business, Drama, any Humanities, any Information Technology, any LOTE, Physical Education or any Science equals 5 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 15 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 70.00If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in English as an Additional Language equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English other than EAL equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Mathematics equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any Business, Drama, any Humanities, any Information Technology, any LOTE, Physical Education or any Science equals 5 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 15 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Higher Education studies Completion of at least one semester of a non-Initial Teacher Education pathway Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent) OR Successful completion of the Diploma of Education Studies with a minimum average of 70. OR Successful completion of the first year of the Bachelor of Education Studies with a minimum average of 70. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. An equivalent ATAR must be satisfied and will be based on your past academic performance in Higher Education studies, VET studies and in some instances, your past Year 12 studies if still relevant. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VET studies Completion of 22602VIC Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Senior Secondary studies Applicants who completed an Australian Senior Secondary (VCE or equivalent) more than two years ago and who have not undertaken further study will be assessed on their Year 12 results (or equivalent) and must meet the ATAR for this course. Refer to the admission criteria under recent secondary graduates. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish other criteria to be considered such as work/life experience or motivation to study should complete the VTAC Personal Statement. Supporting documentation should include a current resume and any other relevant evidence e.g. letter from employer, professional development activities etc. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website | Current Year 12 graduates Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) prior to commencement of the second year placement units. Students will need to monitor the VIT website for details in relation to the tests that will be considered. Visit the Victorian Institute of Teaching for advice and fact sheets about the test and to the external test provider. Casper All applicants must sit the Casper test. Casper is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicants personal and professional attributes. To register for your sitting or further information about the test, visit Take Altus . For a list of assessment dates and VTAC deadlines for each offer round visit Admissions Test . Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Recent Year 12 graduates Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) prior to commencement of the second year placement units. Students will need to monitor the VIT website for details in relation to the tests that will be considered. Visit the Victorian Institute of Teaching for advice and fact sheets about the test and to the external test provider. Casper All applicants must sit the Casper test. Casper is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicants personal and professional attributes. To register for your sitting or further information about the test, visit Take Altus . For a list of assessment dates and VTAC deadlines for each offer round visit Admissions Test . Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with Higher Education study Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) prior to commencement of the second year placement units. Students will need to monitor the VIT website for details in relation to the tests that will be considered. Visit the Victorian Institute of Teaching for advice and fact sheets about the test and to the external test provider. Casper All applicants must sit the Casper test. Casper is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicants personal and professional attributes. To register for your sitting or further information about the test, visit Take Altus . For a list of assessment dates and VTAC deadlines for each offer round visit Admissions Test . Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with VET study Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) prior to commencement of the second year placement units. Students will need to monitor the VIT website for details in relation to the tests that will be considered. Visit the Victorian Institute of Teaching for advice and fact sheets about the test and to the external test provider. Casper All applicants must sit the Casper test. Casper is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicants personal and professional attributes. To register for your sitting or further information about the test, visit Take Altus . For a list of assessment dates and VTAC deadlines for each offer round visit Admissions Test . Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with work and life experience Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) prior to commencement of the second year placement units. Students will need to monitor the VIT website for details in relation to the tests that will be considered. Visit the Victorian Institute of Teaching for advice and fact sheets about the test and to the external test provider. Casper All applicants must sit the Casper test. Casper is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicants personal and professional attributes. To register for your sitting or further information about the test, visit Take Altus . For a list of assessment dates and VTAC deadlines for each offer round visit Admissions Test . Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL
- Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics.
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
34,599
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
45%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
- Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
What Students Love
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
- Diverse international food scene
- Active music scene
University Stats
Total Students34,599
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students45%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
66%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£30,810
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Education graduates typically pursue qualified teacher status and classroom careers in state or independent schools, or enter roles in educational management, curriculum development, educational technology and training and development.
- Education graduates typically pursue qualified teacher status and classroom careers in state or independent schools, or enter roles in educational management, curriculum development, educational technology and training and development.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Sport
- Engineering
- Business
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Tuition (International)Fee not confirmedCheck the university's official fee page Official fee page
Tuition (Home)A$4,908per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Housing£821/mo
Food & Groceries£331/mo
Transport£86/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,429
Annual living costs£17,158/yr
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, City Flinders carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, City Flinders carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.