Federation University Australia
Bachelor of Education Studies
Gippsland, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Gippsland (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
A$35,000 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Education Studies at Federation University Australia in Gippsland, 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
12,478
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
32.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
75.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£29,230
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Education Studies
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Education Studies topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Education Studies
- 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 20 in any English
- 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 ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Guaranteed ATAR: If you receive an ATAR of 50.00 or higher and complete all the requirements for this course, you will be guaranteed an offer. Literacy and numeracy test If VCE Maths and English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a Literacy and/or Numeracy assessment is required to demonstrate the pre-requisite requirements. Applicants required to complete the assessment will be notified. Click to register for the Test VET Studies in Year 12 Students that have completed a Certificate III as part of their Year 12 can be considered for this course. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in any Humanities, any History, Literature, Legal Studies or Philosophy equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 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 Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Guaranteed ATAR: If you receive an ATAR of 50.00 or higher and complete all the requirements for this course, you will be guaranteed an offer. Literacy and numeracy test If VCE Maths and English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a Literacy and/or Numeracy assessment is required to demonstrate the pre-requisite requirements. Applicants required to complete the assessment will be notified. Click to register for the Test VET Studies in Year 12 Students that have completed a Certificate III as part of their Year 12 can be considered for this course. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in any Humanities, any History, Literature, Legal Studies or Philosophy equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 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 Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Minimum requirements Successful completion of the Federation Access Studies (FAST) course program (or equivalent)
- OR Previous university study (including single subjects) with a pass average and
- Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks. OR Successful completion of an undergraduate degree in any discipline. Literacy and numeracy test If VCE Maths and English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a Literacy and/or Numeracy assessment is required to demonstrate the pre-requisite requirements. Applicants required to complete the assessment will be notified. Click to register for the Test 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 Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Minimum requirements Successful completion of a cognate* Certificate III qualification
- and Industry experience of at least one year
- and Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks. OR Successful completion of a cognate* Certificate IV qualification
- and Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks. OR Successful completion of a cognate* Diploma
- and Meets the VCE Maths requirement benchmarks. * Cognate education areas: Community Services, Education Support, Children’s Services, Disability and Nursing, or Sport. Literacy and numeracy test If VCE Maths and English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a Literacy and/or Numeracy assessment is required to demonstrate the pre-requisite requirements. Applicants required to complete the assessment will be notified. Click to register for the Test Resume If you have completed a Certificate III, please provide a current resume showing evidence of at least one year of experience in a relevant education or support services role. 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 Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Minimum requirements Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies will not be eligible for entry into this program. Applicants in this category should consider a pathway program such as Federation Access Studies (FAST) . 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 Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website | Current Year 12 graduates 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: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Recent Year 12 graduates 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: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with Higher Education study 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: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with VET study 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: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with work and life experience 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: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks
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
12,478
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
32%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
University Stats
Total Students12,478
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students32%
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
75%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£29,230
Average first-year salary
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
A$105,000
For full 3.0F/P
Estimated Annual Costs
Tuition (International)A$35,000per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)A$4,908per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page