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Bachelor of Primary Education

Understand how children learn. Build confidence in the classroom. Support children's growth.

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For personalised assistance with UOW courses, please reach out to our Future Students Team:

Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

For other UOW contact details, click here.

If you’re planning to study at UOW immediately after finishing your HSC, International Baccalaureate (IB), or an interstate equivalent, you can apply for Early Admission to this course. Applications can be submitted via the UOW Early Admission website during the designated period, usually June – August each year.

Students can also apply through the .

If you’re a non-school leaver (e.g., completed Year 12 previously and/or have a TAFE qualification or equivalent), you must apply for the Bachelor of Primary Education via the .

The UAC Code for this course is 755112.

Before applying, please review the requirements, intakes, and deadlines for your chosen degree.

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Student ?
Year ?
Campus ?
ATAR-SR ?
75
IBAS ?
28.00
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
4 years full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2026
Codes
UAC: 755114
UOW: 371
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Overview

Study a Bachelor of Primary Education and prepare to teach Kindergarten to Year 6 at Australia's #1 university for undergraduate Teacher Education (QILT, 2025).

You'll learn how children learn, develop and thrive, while building the knowledge and practical skills to support their academic, social and emotional wellbeing. A strong theory-to-practice focus sets this course apart, with early school observations, immersion visits and professional experience placements helping you connect what you learn at university with contemporary classroom practice.

Unlike secondary teachers, who typically specialise in one or two subject areas, primary teachers teach across multiple learning areas and work closely with the same children throughout the school year. This gives you the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and support children's growth over time.

This degree prepares you to teach across public, independent and catholic schools. There is an option to begin studies in Theology and Religious Education through UOW’s partnership with BBI-TAITE. There are also opportunities to pursue a mathematics specialisation or complete an honours research project within this degree.

Graduates pursue careers as primary school teachers, community educators, curriculum designers, education consultants and educational leaders.

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Explore how children learn through subjects that examine child development, educational psychology, inclusion and the social factors that influence learning. You'll develop an understanding of how to support learners with diverse backgrounds, abilities and learning needs, while critically evaluating the role of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in contemporary classrooms.

Bring theory to life through a range of hands-on learning experiences. Learn from academics and researchers connected to The Early Start Institute, gain practical science teaching experience in UOW's Maker Space, and analyse filmed classroom scenarios in simulated teaching environments designed to help you apply educational concepts before entering the classroom.

Many tutors are practising teachers who bring current classroom experience into their teaching. You'll also benefit from connections with schools and engagement with organisations such as the NSW Department of Education, providing insight into current educational practice, professional expectations and career pathways.

If you're looking to extend your studies, you can pursue Honours or progress directly into the Master of Autism and Neurodivergent Studies through an integrated study pathway, developing advanced expertise in inclusive education and supporting the growing demand for educators who can support neurodivergent learners (the UAC course code for this degree combination is 751290).

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Careers

  • Casual Relief Teacher
  • Community Educator
  • Curriculum Consultant
  • Curriculum Designer
  • Discipline Lead
  • Education Administration Officer
  • Education Consultant
  • Education Program Officer
  • Principal
  • Primary School Teacher
  • Special Programs Officer
  • Training and Development Officer
  • Youth Support Worker
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Accreditation & professional recognition

This degree is accredited and recognised as a national professional teaching qualification. All students will receive a national English/Literacy specialisation on successful completion of the program. A NSW specialisation in Mathematics/Numeracy is also available to students with relevant interest and aptitude.

Students seeking work outside NSW or Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for any additional requirements.

The University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is committed to supporting students to meet the accreditation requirements to teach in Catholic Diocesan schools.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's , and the UOW College .

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Assumed Knowledge
UOW assumes students will have studied any two units of English.

Recommended Studies
Ideally, students will have studied any two units of Mathematics.

  • Recent Secondary Education

    If you are a current high school student in Australia, or you’ve finished high school recently, your admission to UOW will likely be based on your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS). 

    Other high-school qualifications UOW considers for entry include: 

    • GCE A-Levels
    • New Zealand NCEA Level 3
    • Overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications 

    Students may be admitted to this course via Early Admission.  

    See UOW Admissions for more information. 

    Selection Rank

    Your Selection Rank is based on your ATAR or equivalent qualification, plus any adjustment points you are eligible to receive.

    The Selection Rank published for this course and campus is indicative and may change depending on demand, available places and applicant performance each year.

    Adjustment points may increase your Selection Rank. UOW may consider factors such as your performance in relevant subjects, the location of your school, or your eligibility for equity and access schemes.

    ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ out more about UOW's adjustment factors.

  • Higher Education Study

    For your application to be assessed on your university results you need to have completed at least half a year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a Bachelor's degree level or higher. Your grades will be converted to a selection rank to be used for admission purposes. Students may also be eligible for credit for prior learning.

  • Work and life experience

    Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered. If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, we recommend exploring recognized pathway programs, such as those offered by or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).

    For more information, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information page.

Compulsory Work Based Placement
This course contains approximately 110 days of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 22 weeks (totaling 770 hours) throughout the degree. Placements usually occur in Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands, and Southern and South Western Sydney schools. Students can also apply for ‘out-of-area’ (rural NSW) or overseas professional experiences. Each student must complete placements in at least two different schools. To be eligible for the first placement, students must complete 42 credit points, plus complete the subject Mathematics Foundations (EDMM101).

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

    UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over who are seeking entry into an undergraduate course at UOW. Upon completing the IAP, applicants will be considered for admission based on an interview and assessment of both academic and non-academic qualities. For further details, including the application process, please contact Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.

  • Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications

    UOW recognises a range of overseas secondary, vocational and higher education qualifications. Your qualifications will be assessed for equivalence to Australian qualifications and the admission requirements for this course.

    Documents issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by an official English translation. An official English translation is a verified translation of your documents into English, completed by a qualified translator so it can be accepted as part of your application.

    For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

  • English language proficiency

    All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.

    Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.

    Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at .

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    Part-Time Study Load

    For part-time students, study hours will vary based on the number of units taken, with similar expectations for class and independent study.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Record Check

    New enrolling students will be required to complete the new online and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.

    Please note: Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our undergraduate and Master of Teaching courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to, from and around the Professional Experience contexts (e.g. school sites). It needs to be noted that the off-campus environment is beyond the control of UOW.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available. For eligible domestic students, Australian government funding will contribute towards your tuition fees. The remaining proportion, known as a student contribution, will depend on when you begin study (enrolment year) and study area. Read more domestic student fees and CSPs.

  • Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. 

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird*)30 September, 2025
    International9 December, 2025
    Domestic (UAC final round*)30 January, 2026

    * Domestic applicants must apply for the Bachelor of Primary Education through the .

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    Orientation Check your campus details
    Session start2 March, 2026
    31 March, 2026
    Mid-session recess20 - 24 April, 2026
    Session end25 June, 2026



  • Autumn Session, 2027 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. 

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird*)30 September, 2026
    InternationalSee International students page for key application cut-off dates
    Domestic (UAC final round*)28 January, 2027

    * Domestic applicants must apply for the Bachelor of Primary Education through the .

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    Orientation Check your campus details
    Session start1 March, 2027
    31 March, 2027
    Mid-session recess19 - 23 April, 2027
    Session end24 June, 2027



    Indicative enrolment

    The tables below contain information on the 2025 commencing student cohort, which indicates the likely profile of students for 2026.

    Student profile

    This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2025.

    Student profile table
    Applicant background 2025 intake 2025 intake (%)
    Higher education study 90 27%
    Vocational education & training study 9 3%
    Work & life experience 7 2%
    Recent secondary education
    ATAR Only 14 4%
    ATAR plus additional criteria 8 2%
    Other criteria only (non-ATAR) 206 62%
    International students 0 0%
    All students 334 100%

    < 5: Number of students is less than 5
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

    ATAR profile

    This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ATAR-based admission.

    ATAR profile table
    ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2025 ATAR Selection Rank
    Highest rank to receive an offer 94.95 99.95
    Median rank to receive an offer 75.30 79.30
    Lowest rank to receive an offer 64.65 70.00

    < 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

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    For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.

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