Entry Criteria
Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:
- Recent Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent completion, with the required English and mathematics study score; or
- A completed Diploma in a related field from a public or dual sector TAFE, or Swinburne approved Registered Training Organisation (RTO); or
- A completed or partially completed approved Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelors degree (subject to assessment).
You will also need to complete the CASPer suitability tool in line with the AITSL and government Initial Teacher Education (ITE) requirements.
If you miss the last CASPer test date for our upcoming intake, we have an alternative pathway available to ensure you can commence your studies without any delays!
You can find more detailed information about the Bachelor of Educational Studies pathway in the tab to the left.
Please note that we have limited availability in our Bachelor of Education courses all year round due to limited CSP offerings, so we cannot guarantee places will be available throughout the entire calendar year.
Want to discuss your eligibility for the Bachelor of Education with a Major in Early Childhood & Primary? Get in touch with our course consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
Bachelor of Educational Studies
The Bachelor of Educational Studies is a supported non-accredited pathway into the Bachelor of Education with a major in Early Childhood & Primary, designed specifically for students who miss the last CASPer test date, to ensure you can still commence your studies in our upcoming intake, without any delay.
This pathway can also be used by students who are wanting to study an accredited teaching course, but don’t yet meet the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary) direct entry requirements.
You’ll study the same units in the Bachelor of Educational Studies as you would in the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary), meaning the units you have completed in the Bachelor of Educational Studies will be credited towards your teaching degree.
You will gain knowledge in a range of areas, including educational theory, systems and practice. You will also develop broad knowledge of the theoretical concepts impacting primary Education in Australian and global contexts.
Have more questions about the Bachelor of Educational Studies or your eligibility for the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary)? Get in touch with our course consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
Additional requirements
CASPer
All applicants (both standard entry and non-year 12 entry) must successfully complete the CASPer assessment. CASPer is a non-academic suitability assessment tool designed to assess an applicant’s personal and professional attributes.
It is an Australian Government accreditation requirement that all initial teacher education courses include non-academic selection criteria.
To ensure you don’t miss the CASPer deadlines and to register for your sitting or for further information about the test, visit takecasper.com.
For current Year 12 students, to ensure you meet VTAC deadlines go to www.vtac.edu.au/admissions-tests.html.
Admission to this course will consider both academic and non-academic results.
If you’re looking to apply for our Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) course you will need to complete the CASPer suitability tool. Get in touch with a Course Consultant to find out more information.
English language proficiency
All applicants must demonstrate suitable English language proficiency for successful completion of the course.
The university may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
Working with Children Check and Police Check
All enrolled students must maintain a current Working with Children Check (from the appropriate State Authority). A Police Check may also be required by a school prior to a placement. For a list of each state’s requirements see www.careforkids.com.au.
Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education
To be eligible to graduate, students must pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE), which is required to become a registered teacher. This test is run externally at the applicant’s expense. Applicants must disclose all previous LANTITE attempts (if any) through a personal statement and upload the results for each attempt. Applicants who have unsuccessfully attempted LANTITE three or more times will not be eligible to receive an offer for this course.
Once enrolled, all applicants must provide relevant Child Safety Screening clearance as your state of residence requires and maintain clearances throughout the duration of the program.
Courses are only available to Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and humanitarian visa holders.
Need more info?
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