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Bachelor of Primary Education

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Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

For other UOW contact details, click here.

If you’re planning to study at UOW immediately after finishing your HSC, International Baccalaureate (IB), or an interstate equivalent, you can apply for Early Admission to this course. Applications can be submitted via the UOW Early Admission website during the designated period, usually June – August each year.

Students can also apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

If you’re a non-school leaver (e.g., completed Year 12 previously and/or have a TAFE qualification or equivalent), you must apply for the Bachelor of Secondary Education via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

The UAC Codes for this course are:

  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Biology) - 755104
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Chemistry) - 755105
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Earth & Environmental Science) - 755106
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Health and Physical Education) - 755101
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Mathematics) - 755102
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Physics) - 755107

Before applying, please review the requirements, intakes, and deadlines for your chosen degree.

All applicants for the Bachelor of Secondary Education are required to lodge their application via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

The UAC Codes for this course are:

  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Biology) - 755104
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Chemistry) - 755105
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Earth & Environmental Science) - 755106
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Health and Physical Education) - 755101
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Mathematics) - 755102
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education (Physics) - 755107

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Student ?
Domestic
Campus ?
ATAR-SR ?
75
IB Admission Score ?
26.5
Delivery ?
On Campus
Starts
  • Autumn 2025
  • Autumn 2024
Codes
UAC: 751290
UAC: 755112
UOW: 371

Overview

Primary teaching is a rewarding profession that can change lives, teaching all areas of the Australian primary curriculum. The Bachelor of Primary Education focuses on educating the 'whole child' and promotes lifelong learning in children.

This degree is a nationally accredited qualification for employment as a Kindergarten to Year 6 teacher in the public and independent school systems. You will undertake a school placement from the second year of your degree, allowing you to learn by observation and apply your skills in the classroom early in your degree.

During your studies you will have opportunities for rural and international professional experiences, to study overseas with UOW's international exchange and study abroad partners, and to join international cultural immersion programs.

UOW has strong community ties with schools and an extensive professional experience program. You will also have access to academic staff and career consultants, who provide services and support to increase your employability. The Bachelor of Primary Education is delivered as an on campus degree.

See the course handbook for more information. 

Further your studies with a Master of Autism

Stand out from the crowd with your breadth of skills and expertise by completing an integrated master’s degree. This study option combines an undergraduate and postgraduate degree, allowing you to progress directly from the Bachelor of Primary Education into the Master of Autism.

Studying this degree combination will help you meet the growing demand for educators who can lead the development and implementation of strategies that support neurodivergent children, making this degree an ideal fit for those with a passion for inclusion in educational practices.

The UAC Course code for this degree combination is 751290.

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Careers

  • Discipline Lead
  • Education Policy Advisor
  • Educational Consultant
  • Primary School Teacher
  • Principal
  • Training and Development Officer
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Accreditation & professional recognition

This degree is accredited and recognised as a national professional teaching qualification. All students will receive a national English/Literacy specialisation on successful completion of the program. A NSW specialisation in Mathematics/Numeracy is also available to students with relevant interest and aptitude.

Students seeking work outside NSW or Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for any additional requirements.

The University of Wollongong is committed to supporting students to meet the accreditation requirements to teach in Catholic Diocesan schools.

Admissions information

The University assumes students will have studied any 2 units of English. Ideally, students will have studied any two units of Mathematics.

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

  • Higher Education Study

    For your application to be assessed on your university results you need to have completed at least half a year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a Bachelor's degree level or higher. You will also need to complete a teaching questionnaire as part of your application. Your grades will be converted to a selection rank to be used for admission purposes. Students may also be eligible for credit for prior learning.

  • Work and life experience

    Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered. If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, we recommend exploring recognized pathway programs, such as those offered by UOW College or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).

    For more information, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information page.

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

    UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over who are seeking entry into an undergraduate course at UOW. Upon completing the IAP, applicants will be considered for admission based on an interview and assessment of both academic and non-academic qualities. For further details, including the application process, please contact Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.

  • Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications

    If you have completed or partially completed studies at an approved university or tertiary institution, you may be eligible for entry to UOW. You'll need to provide academic records, and your course must be at least one-sixth complete. Non-English documents must include an official English translation. For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

  • English language proficiency

    All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.

    Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.

    Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

  • Workload
    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    Part-Time Study Load

    For part-time students, study hours will vary based on the number of units taken, with similar expectations for class and independent study.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Record Check

    New enrolling students will be required to complete the new online Working with Children Check and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.

    Please note: Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our undergraduate and Master of Teaching courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to, from and around the Professional Experience contexts (e.g. school sites). It needs to be noted that the off-campus environment is beyond the control of UOW.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available. For eligible domestic students, Australian government funding will contribute towards your tuition fees. The remaining proportion, known as a student contribution, will depend on when you begin study (enrolment year) and study area. Read more domestic student fees and CSPs.

  • Autumn, 2025 at Wollongong

    Orientation: 24 - 27 February 2025
    Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (UAC): 30 September 2024 (early bird), 30 January 2025 (final) (see UAC Key Dates).
    • International Applicants: 9 December 2024*

    *Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

    Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

  • Spring, 2025 at Wollongong

    Orientation: 22 July 2025
    Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025

    Applications Close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 May 2025*
    • International Applicants: 5 May 2025*

    *Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

    Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not possible.

    Indicative enrolment

    The number of students in 2023 for the Bachelor of Primary Education was 270. This indicates the likely size of this group of students (in these similar courses) in 2024.

    Student profile

    This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2023.

    Student profile table
    Applicant background 2023 intake 2023 intake (%)
    Higher education study 73 27%
    Vocational education & training study 8 3%
    Work & life experience 7 3%
    Recent secondary education
    ATAR Only 9 3%
    ATAR plus additional criteria 0 0%
    Other criteria only (non-ATAR) 173 64%
    International students 0 0%
    All students 270 100%

    < 5: Number of students is less than 5
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

    ATAR profile

    This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ATAR-based admission.

    ATAR profile table
    ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2023 ATAR Selection Rank
    Highest rank to receive an offer 92.6 96.59
    Median rank to receive an offer 78.4 82.05
    Lowest rank to receive an offer 69.9 70.59

    < 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

    More information

    For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.

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