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The University of Notre Dame Australia offers an excellent five-year dual degree program combining a Bachelor of Education (Primary) with a Bachelor of Science. This flexible program provides both full-time and part-time study options, equipping graduates to teach in Catholic, Independent, and Government primary schools across Australia. Perfect for science enthusiasts who want to inspire young learners, this program includes 32 weeks of hands-on teaching practice in diverse school settings. The nationally accredited dual degree blends educational theory with practical classroom experience while developing your scientific expertise. Graduates emerge with highly valued skills that open doors both inside and outside the classroom.
At Notre Dame, students benefit from cutting-edge teaching methods and modern learning technologies. The program develops essential academic abilities to nurture, challenge, and support primary students through integrated theoretical and practical learning. Education students select one specialization area from options including Science, HASS, Special Needs, Drama, Service Learning and Social Justice, Mathematics, or English. The science component features interdisciplinary coursework in Experimental Design, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry, building crucial scientific competencies. Students develop expertise in research methods, data analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication - skills prized by employers across all industries.