Bachelor of Primary Education and Master of Secondary Teaching (Science)
Education and Community Precinct, Northern Territory, Australia
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 4.5 years full-time (or equivalent part-time)
- Campus
- Education and Community Precinct (NT)
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
- Home Tuition
- A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
- Intake
- 2027-03-01
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Course Overview
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Career snapshot (indicative)
Primary education graduates qualify to teach across Key Stages 1 and 2 in state and independent schools, with QTS or equivalent teacher registration. Pathways into SENCO, headship and international school teaching are well-established.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
Casuarina Campus offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 12,672
- Staff Ratio
- 17.0:1
- International
- 29.0%
Career Prospects
- Employment Rate
- 85.0%
- of graduates employed
Costs & Living
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
Admission notes
- Recent secondary Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCET) or equivalent recent year 12 qualification (including the International Baccalaureate Diploma), and achieve a competitive selection rank.
- Higher Ed Completed or partially completed a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or Completed a University Foundation Studies, Bridging or Enabling program Work-Life Other Completed a non-recent SACE/NTCE or equivalent secondary education qualification with a competitive selection rank, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), or STAT multiple choice test (optional), or Personal competencies and/or employment experience (optional) If you have been employed in the Australian Defence Force you may be eligible to apply for an undergraduate course on the basis of your service.
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- VET Completed an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate III level or above | Police check You must have cleared a Police Check and/or Working with Children Check before you can undertake your practical placements.
- If your Police Check and/or Working with Children Check are not cleared by the education sector, you will not be able to undertake practice teaching placements and therefore, will not meet the requirements of the course.
- Assumed Knowledge Stage 2 Earth & Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics Essential requirements Teacher education has inherent requirements that are essential components for achieving the core learning outcomes.
- Students with physical or mental health conditions may not be able to have reasonable adjustments made to this course to enable them to meet these requirements.
- Please see the inherent requirements for teacher education at https://www.cdu.edu.au/inherent-requirements/teacher-education .
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 12,672
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 17:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 29%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Mild coastal
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 8.5/10
- Transport
- Good (close to station or regional airport)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
- Casuarina Campus offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Graduate Employment
- 85%
- Employed after graduation
- Placement Year
- Not offered
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Primary education graduates qualify to teach across Key Stages 1 and 2 in state and independent schools, with QTS or equivalent teacher registration.
- Pathways into SENCO, headship and international school teaching are well-established.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Education
- Indigenous Studies
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Higher
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