Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)

About the course

This dual qualification Bachelor of Education prepares you to teach children from birth to Year 6 across early childhood and primary settings. You’ll build practical teaching skills supported by immersive simulation technologies and contemporary, inclusive pedagogy. The program is designed to develop confident, work-ready educators for diverse classrooms and communities in Australia. This is an undergraduate qualification in Education & Teaching. The programme develops classroom practice, curriculum knowledge, and educational psychology for teaching professions.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue teaching and education roles across early childhood and primary contexts, including early childhood teacher and K–6 primary teacher. The degree can also support progression into leadership and specialist positions such as centre director or specialist primary teacher. Broader pathways may include community education, curriculum development/evaluation, and education research or policy-related roles. This is a Bachelor-level pathway in Education & Teaching. Preparing graduates for teaching, education support, and learning development roles in schools and colleges.

Living Costs in Newcastle**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)