Our primary education courses prepare you for the challenge of nurturing young minds using the latest learning technologies and educational practices. 

During your primary education degree, you’ll learn the theory you need to engage primary school children in a range of subjects, and understand the psychology behind the latest and most innovative teaching techniques.

With on-the-job experience, a primary teaching course with us will prepare you to teach those in their crucial formative years.

Browse our courses to find detailed course information, application dates, entry requirements, fees, subjects, ATAR calculator and more. 

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    How to become a teacher

    As a teacher, you have the opportunity to shape the minds of the next generation of Australians — making it an extremely rewarding career path. Learn how to become a teacher and succeed in the education industry.

    Find out how (How to become a teacher)
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  • “I re-discovered my passion for teaching whilst working in media. The first day flew by and I remember thinking ‘this is where I was always meant to be’. The lecturers create opportunities for us to build on our theory through interactive classes that have us creating lessons with our classmates. Swinburne’s course goes above and beyond.”

    Jessie , Bachelor of Education (Primary)

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    • Student News
    • University

    Swinburne placement students to receive financial support

    Eligible Swinburne students will soon be able to participate in a new government payment scheme to help ease the financial burden associated with unpaid placements. The Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) is a $331.65 weekly payment for the duration of mandatory, unpaid placement, available from 1 July 2025. 

    Read more (Swinburne placement students to receive financial support)
    Thursday 08 May 2025
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    • Education

    STEM Hub for girls receives funding boost

    An online hub that encourages girls to participate in STEM opportunities has received $1.2 million in funding from The Invergowrie Foundation.

    Read more (STEM Hub for girls receives funding boost )
    Monday 18 July 2022

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