Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)-063890F

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

CRICOS CodeCRICOS Code:063890F
Course TypeCourse Type:Bachelor Degree
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
Priority 2 (Medium)
Places nearly full (not over-allocated)|Visa Approval Time: 4-8 weeks queuing for processing
Data updated: 2025-11-13
2026
  • Total Tuition Fee142,496 AUD
  • Fee Per Academic Year35,624 AUD
  • Course Duration4.0 Year (208 weeks)
  • Last Updated07-11-2025
Introduction
The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) qualifies you to teach children from birth to 12 years of age in childcare, kindergartens, preschools, and primary school settings.Focused on developing children’s foundation and early learning needs, our dual-accredited degree will equip you with the pedagogical knowledge and experiential skills to inspire and support children in developing lifelong learning abilities. You will learn how to engage children in exploring their creative, physical, and cognitive capabilities within inclusive environments that encourage and nurture diversity.Hone your knowledge and build a solid foundation with a specialised teaching area from literacy, numeracy, or religious education and your professional experience placements will be conducted in both early childhood and primary education settings. You may also have an opportunity to complete a community engagement unit overseas where you will spend time with local communities and experience an international classroom.Achieve your goals with a scholarship. A generous Commonwealth Teaching Scholarship is available to support new undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolling in an initial teacher education (ITE) program to help meet the costs of their study. Learn more about eligibility and how to apply here.
Course LinkCourse Link:https://www.acu.edu.au/course/bachelor-of-education-early-childhood-and-primary?type=International
Key Dates
2025
  • Start Date02-24

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  1. 1

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    Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)

    • Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
    • School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
    • Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
    • Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
  3. 3

    Submit School Application

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    • Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
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  4. 4

    Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC

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  5. 5

    Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)

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IELTS Score
PTE Score
2026 year(s)
Listening
7.5
Speaking
7.5
Reading
7.0
Writing
7.0
Overall
7.5

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Campus:Australian Catholic University-Ballarat Campus Campus
Address:1200 Mair St, Ballarat, VIC 3350
Postcode:3350
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Campus:Australian Catholic University-Melbourne Campus Campus
Address:Victoria Pde, FITZROY, VIC 3065
Postcode:3065
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