Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) in Sydney Australia | Macquarie University

Macquarie University | Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 38,800
(c. USD27,304.37)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Early childhood educators lay the groundwork for lifelong learning by nurturing young children's social and emotional development. Primary educators then expand on these fundamentals, fostering literacy, numeracy, physical abilities, artistic expression, and interpersonal growth.

Macquarie University's Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) represents a cutting-edge approach to teacher training. These redesigned programs allow fourth-year students to work as conditionally accredited teachers while completing their studies through a blended learning model. This innovative "learn, plan, do, reflect" approach connects academic work with classroom practice under the guidance of experienced educators. The first-year curriculum covers essential topics including inclusive education, digital learning tools, cultural diversity, environmental education, Indigenous perspectives, and child development theories. Subsequent years concentrate on specialized early childhood and primary education coursework, complemented by practical teaching placements. This efficient program structure, combined with substantial hands-on experience, ensures graduates are fully prepared to excel in contemporary educational environments.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS

Qualification Requirements

To apply for an undergraduate program, international students will need to have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:

  • A recognised senior secondary school qualification or university entrance examination, such as the New South Wales Higher School Certificate (NSW HSC) or other equivalent Australian or overseas high school qualification
  • A recognised university Foundation course
  • A recognised 2 or 3-year Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree
  • At least one year of a university degree from a recognised institution

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic - IELTS of 7.5 (Reading - 7.0; Writing - 7.0; Listening - 8.0; Speaking - 8.0)
  • TOEFL iBT - 105 (Reading - 24; Writing - 27; Listening - 28; Speaking - 26)
  • PTE Academic - 75 (Reading - 66; Writing - 66; Listening - 82; Speaking - 82)
  • Cambridge English (C1A or C2P) - 191 (Reading - 185; Writing - 185; Listening - 200; Speaking - 200)
  • Occupational English Test (OET) - (Reading - B; Writing - B; Listening - A; Speaking - A)

Tuition AUD 38,800

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