Whether you’re straight from school or have other experience under your belt, Eastern’s Bachelor Education (Primary) will equip you to make a quantifiable, significant difference to young people by becoming a teacher.
Throughout your study, you’ll engage with Christian ideas through a core of theological units which challenge, broaden and connect your faith with your teaching vocation.
Make the most of smaller classes, flexible course structure, and personalised support from our expert, passionate teaching staff. Primary teachers are in high demand, and graduates have plenty of employment options.
All primary and secondary education specialisations are accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) using the national accreditation standards. This means that these qualifications will be accepted for school teacher registration in Victoria and all other Australian states and territories.
Students will complete 32 units (6cp each) consisting of the following:
Students will complete all 21 units in the following areas:
Students will complete 6 units in one of the following majors:
Students will complete 3 units in one of the following minors:
Students will complete 2 units in one of the following specialisations:
Students must complete integrated professional experience units/90 days of satisfactory teaching practice. They must successfully complete the Eastern College Australia’s Teaching Performance Assessment (A3TPA). Students are also required to complete professional experience orientation provided by the School of Education prior to undertaking any professional experience.
First-year requirement
Students must undertake the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) within the first 50% of their course program. Click here for more information regarding LANTITE.
The College is committed to ensuring that potentially high-quality employable graduates are admitted to the College in line with State and national expectations. These high standards and the successful completion of all the studies enable students to be able to be registered by the Victorian Institute of Teaching upon successful completion of the course.
All applicants will be required to meet Eastern’s General Entry Requirements.
Current or Recent Year 12
ATAR Based Admission
Minimum ATAR required for consideration to enter in next intake 70 or equivalent in the International Baccalaureate, VCAL or international studies.
Other Admission Options
Students who had exceptional circumstances in the completion of their secondary studies may be admitted with evidence of difficulties from the secondary institution, medical practitioners and/or other professionals who can attest to the impact upon the prospective student’s ATAR.
VET Study
Students must have successfully completed a Certificate IV or above.
Higher Education Study
Students with previous higher education study, including successful completion of Eastern College Australia’s Diploma of Arts may be admitted to the course.
Advanced standing may be granted for a maximum of 96 credit points in recognition of studies completed at a University recognised under Section 4.4.2 and 4.3.33 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006.
To be admitted under this category the applicant must provide evidence that the qualifications held are recent and relevant to the course for which application is being made and demonstrate an ability to read and write in English at a level necessary to satisfactorily study an undergraduate degree.
Where the student is transferring from an Eastern College Australia award which requires a lower level of English Proficiency, the student will not be admitted to the BEd(Primary) until they meet the English Proficiency requirements.
Work and Life Experience
Require secondary studies demonstrating an ATAR (or equivalent) of 70 or above or Recognition of Prior Learning at a level equivalent to Certificate IV or higher. Applicants may also choose to complete Eastern College Australia’s Diploma of Arts which may give up to one year’s advanced standing into the Bachelor of Education.
All applicants will be interviewed as part of the application process. During the interview, applicants will be asked the following questions and assessed as to their suitability for entering the teaching profession.
Students will be marked against a rubric located here
Students will also be asked about the following to determine suitability for the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or to explore the Diploma of Arts specialising in the Education Studies pathway.
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
You may be entitled to credit for prior learning, whether formal or informal. Formal learning can include previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning or various kinds of work and life experience. Credit can reduce the amount of study needed to complete a degree.
For further information about credit and recognition of prior learning please see Admissions Information or call the College on 9790 9200 and speak to the Registrar.
Eastern College Australia values the history, culture and languages of First Nations people and we welcome their participation in all of our courses.
Entry Pathways
If you have not met the entry requirements, consider Eastern’s Diploma of Arts as a pathway into this course.
Early Exit Pathways
Depending on the units chosen and how far through the course they are a student may exit with a Diploma of Arts, Associate Degree in Arts or a Bachelor of Arts. Additional units may be required to meet the requirements of these courses.
For a breakdown on the fees for this course please visit our fees page.
The fees you pay depend upon your eligibility for Skills First subsidised training. Eligibility is determined by considering your level of previously completed study, employment status and whether you self-identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. To determine your eligibility for Skills First and if you are then eligible for the Concession see Skills First.
For a comprehensive list of all units attached to this course see below.
Step out in faith and submit your application today! We’re exited to begin this next season in your life together.
Semester 1 applications close 3rd February
Whether you’re straight from school or have other experience under your belt, Eastern’s Bachelor Education (Primary) will equip you to make a quantifiable, significant difference to young people by becoming a teacher.
Throughout your study, you’ll engage with Christian ideas through a core of theological units which challenge, broaden and connect your faith with your teaching vocation.
Make the most of smaller classes, flexible course structure, and personalised support from our expert, passionate teaching staff. Primary teachers are in high demand, and graduates have plenty of employment options.
All primary and secondary education specialisations are accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) using the national accreditation standards. This means that these qualifications will be accepted for school teacher registration in Victoria and all other Australian states and territories.
Students will complete 32 units (6cp each) consisting of the following:
Students will complete all 21 units in the following areas:
Students will complete 6 units in one of the following majors:
Students will complete 3 units in one of the following minors:
Students will complete 2 units in one of the following specialisations:
Students must complete integrated professional experience units/90 days of satisfactory teaching practice. They must successfully complete the Eastern College Australia’s Teaching Performance Assessment (A3TPA). Students are also required to complete professional experience orientation provided by the School of Education prior to undertaking any professional experience.
First-year requirement
Students must undertake the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) within the first 50% of their course program. Click here for more information regarding LANTITE.
The College is committed to ensuring that potentially high-quality employable graduates are admitted to the College in line with State and national expectations. These high standards and the successful completion of all the studies enable students to be able to be registered by the Victorian Institute of Teaching upon successful completion of the course.
All applicants will be required to meet Eastern’s General Entry Requirements.
Current or Recent Year 12
ATAR Based Admission
Minimum ATAR required for consideration to enter in next intake 70 or equivalent in the International Baccalaureate, VCAL or international studies.
Other Admission Options
Students who had exceptional circumstances in the completion of their secondary studies may be admitted with evidence of difficulties from the secondary institution, medical practitioners and/or other professionals who can attest to the impact upon the prospective student’s ATAR.
VET Study
Students must have successfully completed a Certificate IV or above.
Higher Education Study
Students with previous higher education study, including successful completion of Eastern College Australia’s Diploma of Arts may be admitted to the course.
Advanced standing may be granted for a maximum of 96 credit points in recognition of studies completed at a University recognised under Section 4.4.2 and 4.3.33 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006.
To be admitted under this category the applicant must provide evidence that the qualifications held are recent and relevant to the course for which application is being made and demonstrate an ability to read and write in English at a level necessary to satisfactorily study an undergraduate degree.
Where the student is transferring from an Eastern College Australia award which requires a lower level of English Proficiency, the student will not be admitted to the BEd(Primary) until they meet the English Proficiency requirements.
Work and Life Experience
Require secondary studies demonstrating an ATAR (or equivalent) of 70 or above or Recognition of Prior Learning at a level equivalent to Certificate IV or higher. Applicants may also choose to complete Eastern College Australia’s Diploma of Arts which may give up to one year’s advanced standing into the Bachelor of Education.
All applicants will be interviewed as part of the application process. During the interview, applicants will be asked the following questions and assessed as to their suitability for entering the teaching profession.
Students will be marked against a rubric located here
Students will also be asked about the following to determine suitability for the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or to explore the Diploma of Arts specialising in the Education Studies pathway.
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
You may be entitled to credit for prior learning, whether formal or informal. Formal learning can include previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning or various kinds of work and life experience. Credit can reduce the amount of study needed to complete a degree.
For further information about credit and recognition of prior learning please see Admissions Information or call the College on 9790 9200 and speak to the Registrar.
Eastern College Australia values the history, culture and languages of First Nations people and we welcome their participation in all of our courses.
Entry Pathways
If you have not met the entry requirements, consider Eastern’s Diploma of Arts as a pathway into this course.
Early Exit Pathways
Depending on the units chosen and how far through the course they are a student may exit with a Diploma of Arts, Associate Degree in Arts or a Bachelor of Arts. Additional units may be required to meet the requirements of these courses.
For a breakdown on the fees for this course please visit our fees page.
The fees you pay depend upon your eligibility for Skills First subsidised training. Eligibility is determined by considering your level of previously completed study, employment status and whether you self-identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. To determine your eligibility for Skills First and if you are then eligible for the Concession see Skills First.
For a comprehensive list of all units attached to this course see below.
Step out in faith and submit your application today! We’re exited to begin this next season in your life together.
Semester 1 applications close 3rd February
You can apply directly to the College via our online application form Below.
You can apply directly to the College via our online application form Below.
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