Course Overview

Bachelor of Education (Primary) 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.

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

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

A$4,908

per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

Foundations of Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Academic and Research Skills
Quantitative Methods
Introduction to Theory and Practice
Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

Intermediate Bachelor of Education (Primary) topics
Applied Methods and Tools
Group Project
Two optional pathway modules
Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

Advanced Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

Subjects

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. | Current Year 12 graduates 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 . 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. 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 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 . 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. 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 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 . 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. 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 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 . 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. 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 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 . 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. 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 | 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. 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. 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. 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

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

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