BA (Pathway to Teaching Primary) - Organisations and Work in Kingswood Australia | Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University | Kingswood Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 28,928
(c. USD20,400.03)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

This program guides you toward earning a Master of Teaching degree and launching a fulfilling career as an elementary educator. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience through school placements and practical training that provides authentic classroom insights. The curriculum also equips you with transferable skills for diverse career paths, including roles in communications, media, psychology, counseling, cultural studies, social policy, and publishing.

Qualifying as a primary teacher involves two key stages: first completing the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary), followed by the Master of Teaching. Upon finishing both degrees, you'll be fully prepared to begin your teaching career. The program deepens your understanding of intricate cultural, social, and educational matters while offering over 20 specialization options such as Education, History, English, and Philosophy. These concentrations allow you to develop expertise that enhances your teaching practice while satisfying intellectual interests. Through practical training in educational settings, you'll graduate with essential communication abilities, creative thinking, independent analysis skills, and adaptability for professional success. While primarily preparing you for classroom teaching, this qualification also opens doors to alternative careers in media, counseling, policy analysis, and writing.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Successful completion of Global Assessment Certificate with a GPA of 2.3.
Successful completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of 60, successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, 1 year of university studies or completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV.
2 years full-time study at a recognised postsecondary institution where the language of instruction is English.
IELTS - 6.5 overall score - Minimum 6.0 in each subtest
Total score 82 - Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13
International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24
Paper Based Test - 575

Tuition AUD 28,928

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