Bachelor of Education (Primary)

VU course code: EBPE | Level of study: Undergraduate

ATAR

Lowest selection rank: 70*

Duration

4 years full time or longer for part time

Delivery mode

Online, Hybrid

Fees

Commonwealth supported place

Location

Victoria University Online, Footscray Park Campus

All start dates

Ben Foster, past Bachelor of Education (P-12) student standing in a primary school classroom.

Overview

Develop the skills and knowledge needed to make a difference in the lives of primary school students, with the Bachelor of Education (Primary) at Victoria University.

Combine study with practical learning, gaining the teaching experience needed to excel in the classroom, with this program focused on teaching in primary schools.

You’ll learn the latest techniques to support students in their learning. You’ll also get real work experience through 113 days of supervised teaching practice in primary schools, beginning in the first year of your course.

During your studies, you'll gain the skills needed to confidently teach maths, science and English. You can also choose to focus on a particular passion, specialising in:

disability studies
arts and humanities
physical education
sustainability
student welfare.

You can also study literacy, numeracy/science, and Aboriginal Yulendj (knowledge) as additional specialised units.

: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Exhibit a broad and coherent body of knowledge of pedagogy, curriculum and assessment based on learning theories and research into how students learn in relation to the changing nature of education in a rapidly-evolving global context,
Critically review the development of educational policies and knowledge of educational issues to improve classroom practice in primary classrooms and strengthen students’ relations with their local community,
Plan learning programs that richly embrace a varied curriculum and that articulate and exhibit the ideologies of socially just education through awareness, inclusion, equity and access in ways that respond to students’ diverse physical, social, cultural and intellectual characteristics,
Analyse the importance of fostering creative skills, thought processes, oral and written communication techniques, including in the use of Information and Communication Technologies, to engage and connect with students, their parents/carers and the wider community so as to prepare them to confront and pro-actively solve 21st Century challenges,
Articulate their contextual understandings of contemporary life in a global community, and collaborate with students and colleagues to promote principles of peace, sustainability, ethical conduct, and political and economic freedom,
Demonstrate knowledge of relevant discipline-based content to plan, deliver and assess high quality educational programs to primary school students.
: With an education degree from VU, you'll graduate job-ready.
You’ll combine study with professional practice, undergoing 113 days of supervised practical learning in a range of public, private, rural and remote schools.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your educational achievements and work experience, as well as your skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

ATAR requirements

Minimum ATAR: 70*

ATAR related adjustments

A study score of 35 in English (EAL) equals 5 aggregate points. A study score of 30 in English other than EAL equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Mathematics equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any Business, Drama, any Humanities, any Information Technology, any LOTE, Physical Education or any Science equals 5 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 15 points.

This course has a minimum ATAR entry requirement. This means you’ll need to achieve a certain ATAR, along with other criteria, to be considered for this course.

The following table shows the ranking results of our current student intake and is an indication of the ATAR you’ll need to successfully apply.

*Minimum ATAR is based on the lowest selection rank (ATAR plus adjustments) that received an offer for the Semester 1, 2026 intake. Use as a guide only.

VU course code: EBPE

VTAC course code: 4301012801

Campus: Footscray Park

ATAR profile of people who received an offer for the Bachelor of Education (Primary)
	ATAR (Excluding adjustment factors)	Selection Rank (ATAR including adjustment factors)
Highest rank to receive an offer	81.85	91.50
Median rank to receive an offer	65.40	76.10
Lowest rank to receive an offer	61.15	70

Learn more about ATAR

What is ATAR?

The Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) compares the results of final-year school students, with adjustments made for factors such as hardship. The ranking is expressed as a number between 0 and 99.95. ATAR minimum entry requirements are not usually essential entry criteria for applicants who have completed secondary education more than 2 years ago.

Entry criteria

Minimum entry criteria include:

English-language requirements
academic requirements.

Your work and life experience will also be considered.

To find specific entry requirements for this course, please select the section below that is most relevant to you.

Meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry into this course.

Essential for admission (all applicants)

Successful completion of a non-academic attributes assessment, for example, the CASPer test or equivalent. CASPer is an online test designed to assess and applicant's personal and professional attributes and is a requirement for all initial teacher training courses in Victoria.

: This information is relevant if, in the 2 years prior to studying with us, you have completed (or will complete) one of the following:

Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (e.g. VCE)

an Australian or overseas equivalent to VCE

an International Baccalaureate (IB).

Admission criteria
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) with an ATAR of 70 or above (after adjustments) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English other than EAL.
PLUS: 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.
: This information is relevant if you have completed an accredited award (such as a certificate or diploma) at an Australian Registered Training Organisation (usually a TAFE, polytechnic or other registered VET institute).

Admission criteria
Completion of either 22451VIC Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation or 22602VIC Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation.
: This information is relevant if you’ve previously completed all or part of a university or other higher-education course.

Admission criteria
Completion of at least one semester of a non-Initial Teacher Education pathway Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent)
OR
Successful completion of the Diploma of Education Studies with a minimum average of 70.
OR
Successful completion of the first year of the Bachelor of Education Studies with a minimum average of 70.

Completion of the Diploma of Education Studies (EDES) or the first year of the Bachelor of Education Studies (EBST) allow students admission in the second year of EBPE.
: This information is relevant if you left secondary school more than two years ago and haven’t studied since.

Admission criteria
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate with an ATAR of 70 or above (after adjustments) more than two years ago.
PLUS:
Completion of Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English (or equivalent) other than EAL.
AND:
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.

Special entry programs

Special admission programs

If you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily.

Learn more about special admission programs

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the abilities, attributes, skills and behaviours needed to meet the learning outcomes of the course.

You should carefully consider the inherent requirement statement as a:

guide for your learning during the course
way for you to identify challenges you may have in studying this course.

Learn more about inherent requirements

Additional information

Students will also have to satisfy the National requirements for teacher registration through satisfactory completion of the National Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students prior to starting the course or prior to commencement of their second full-time year of study. A satisfactory achievement of the benchmark of the test is required before course completion for teacher registration can be approved.

Students will require a Working with Children Check to be eligible to undertake and participate in workplace visits, placements or projects. Use the following site link to obtain additional information:
http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course structure

To attain the Bachelor of Education (Primary) students will be required to complete 384 credit points consisting of:

288 credit points of Core studies;
96 credit points of Major studies.

Units

After you are accepted into your course, you will need to enrol in your course units.

During enrolment, use your course delivery plan to understand the structure and requirements of your course.

Fees & scholarships

University fees vary, depending on how much the government contributes towards course costs (if anything).

Read below to find out about the fee ‘type’, the estimated yearly tuition costs for this course, and the financial support on offer (including our generous scholarship program).

Commonwealth supported place

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is subsidised by the government, reducing it to the amount listed here. Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens will qualify for a CSP place. If your course is not Commonwealth supported, or you don't qualify, you'll pay full fees.

Learn more about Commonwealth Supported Places

Fees

Scholarships

Placement payment

The Commonwealth Practicum Payment (CPP) provides a cost-of-living payment to ease financial pressure during placements.

The Government payment is available to domestic students undertaking mandatory placements who meet income and placement criteria.

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Careers

You could be employed in a public or private primary school.

Graduates with a major in Disabilities Studies will be qualified to teach in Special Education settings.

Start dates

Melbourne

On campus – Melbourne Footscray Park Campus

Course starts 15 February 2027

Applications close 07 February 2027

Course starts 26 July 2027

Applications close 18 July 2027

Apply via VTAC if you are:

in Year 12 or
applying to multiple universities

VTAC course code 4301012801

VTAC late applications are due by 30 October 2026

VU Online

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This course is also offered at VU online.

Course units, majors and minors may vary.

Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information on this page, please note that dates are subject to change. Some courses may close early due to an earlier start date or there being limited places available.

Professional accreditation/Industry recognition

Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)

This course is accredited by the VIT. Registration with VIT is a legal requirement to teach in a school, early childhood education and care service, or Victorian children’s service.

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