Diploma in Education Studies (Primary)
Want to work in primary schools? This Diploma teaches the skills and knowledge needed to work with primary school-aged children as a teacher aide, learning support officer or in after-school care. In the process, you’ll learn how to develop positive relationships that promote children’s sense of agency, safety and wellbeing.
In this program you will:
- Develop specialised knowledge and skills for employment with school-aged children age in school and out-of-school care contexts
- Learn to design creative, intentional teaching practices using language, play and cooperation
- Learn about child development, curriculum development, diversity and inclusion, and relevant legislation and guidelines
- Complete 40 days of professional experience placement
Location
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSPQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 1
- Start
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- Semester 1
- Semester 1
- Delivery mode
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- Online with mandatory onsite requirements
- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 9
- Total units
- 96
- Duration
- 1 year 1 year
- UniSC program code
- ED102
Introductory courses 7 (72 units)
EDU101 Occupational Therapy Thesis
EDU103 Human Development and Learning
EDU105 Teaching with Technology
EDU116 Professional Experience: The role of the teacher(6 units)
EDU117 Introduction to Diverse Learning Contexts(6 units)
EDU118 Introduction to Inclusive Practice
EDU119 Foundations of Numeracy
Developing courses 2 (24 units)
EDU209 English Language and Literacy
EDU213 Teaching Mathematics in the Early Years
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Online | 60.00 |
| Fraser Coast | 60.00 |
Additional entry information
Completion of Year 12 or equivalent.
Proficiency in the English language is required for entry to all programs and courses. Any international or domestic applicant from a non-English speaking background must satisfy the University's standard and program specific English language requirements.
Program requirements
- To graduate with the Diploma of Education Studies (Primary) requires successful completion of 96 units. The course design includes seven courses each with a 12-unit value, and two courses each with a 6-unit value
- There are 40 days of Professional Experience (PEx) included in Diploma of Education Studies (Primary). The student is responsible for maintaining a current Blue Card to complete the required PEx days
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods, that may include essays, quizzes, seminar presentations and reports
- The Study Overseas Program is not currently available to students in the Diploma of Education Studies (Primary)
- Cross institutional study is not permitted for the Diploma in Education Studies (Primary)
- It is the students' responsibility to enrol correctly and be aware of the academic calendar dates and the dates scheduled for the Professional Experience (PEx)
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning your remaining courses
Credit precedents
- On successful completion of the Diploma of Education Studies (Primary), you will receive 84 units* of credit towards UniSC's Bachelor of Primary Education. (*Note: you must also meet all entry requirements for the program)
- CSP estimate
- A$4,439 - 2024 Fees