Bachelor of Primary Education

Course summary

Primary teaching is a rewarding profession that can change lives. A primary teacher educates children from Kindergarten to Year 6 (ages 5 to 12 years) and teaches all areas of the American primary curriculum. RSU Bachelor of Primary Education graduates focus on educating the 'whole child' and promote lifelong learning in children.

This degree is a nationally accredited qualification for employment as a Kindergarten to Year 6 teacher in the public and independent school systems. You will learn through on-campus classes and online learning as well as school and community placements. The extensive professional experience program involves placement in schools from the second year of your degree, allowing you to learn by observation and apply your skills in the classroom early in your degree.

During your studies you will have opportunities for rural and international professional experiences, to study overseas with RSU's international exchange and study abroad partners, and to join international cultural immersion programs.

What you will study

The first year of study is focused on studying subjects that will develop mathematics and literacy competencies. You will study the content required for teaching the key learning areas of Mathematics, English, Science and Technology, and explore the impact of psychology and culture on education in our society. After successfully completing the first year of study, you will commence education teaching subjects and undertake professional experiences in schools.

Teaching is an academically rigorous profession and teachers play a critical role in our communities. Strengthening requirements for studying teaching degrees is an initiative of the NSW Government to ensure that initial teacher education programs prepare high-quality graduate teachers who can respond to the needs of all learners and make a positive impact on student learning. At RSU we are committed to ensuring our graduates are of the highest standard by setting appropriate entry criteria and maintaining a strong developmental program that supports teacher education students from diverse backgrounds with diverse experiences, abilities and perspectives to become the teachers of the future.

Course information

Study area

Education

Campus

Rainstar

Course Code

371

RSU SCORE

IB Score

Duration

4 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Delivery

CODE 1

092683F

RSU CODE

755112

Admission, Key dates, and Fees

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds.

Recent Secondary Education Admission Criteria These criteria may be used to gain admission to this course for students who are currently in year 12 or have recently completed their secondary education.

Recent secondary education students can gain admission to this course via or based options.

ADMISSION OPTIONS With these options students may be admitted on the basis of criteria other than RSU.

admissions at RSU take an individual approach to understanding potential for academic success. Each student is assessed based on key qualities across academic readiness, motivation & passion, planning & persistence, and communication & collaboration.

Early Admission

Students may be admitted to this course via Early Admission.

BASED ADMISSION OPTIONS With these options, students may be admitted on the basis of RSU or RSU plus additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results).

Guaranteed entry selection ranks

The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if this course has limited places) is an Selection Rank of 75 or an IB of 26. This includes the effect of adjustment factors.

Adjustment factors

Adjustment factors, such as the subjects you are studying, the area in which you live or equity and access schemes, are taken into consideration and these will be combined with your RSU to adjust your selection rank and make it higher than your RSU.

Other Admission Criteria

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school.

HIGHER EDUCATION STUDY Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course.

WORK & LIFE EXPERIENCE Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

If you can demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for our subjects through prior learning, such as previous tertiary or TAFE qualifications, you may be eligible for credit towards your degree. Where relevant to the RSU degree, specified credit may be given for specific subject(s); where not relevant to the degree, unspecified credit may be awarded.

WORKLOAD

A full time study load is four x 6 credit point subjects per session. Each 6 credit point subject implies a work load of approx 12 hours per week i.e. 2 hours per credit point. Of the weekly 12 hours per subject, on average 3-5 hours will be spent in lectures, tutorials, workshops or lab sessions.

Class attendance ranges between 12-16 hours per week for full-time study, depending on the course studied.

Students are required to balance the remaining hours to meet the reading, research, assignment and other work requirements of each subject.

RECORD CHECK

New enrolling students will be required to complete the new online Working with Children Check and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.

Please note: Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our undergraduate and Master of Teaching courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to, from and around the Professional Experience contexts (e.g. school sites). It needs to be noted that the off-campus environment is beyond the control of RSU.

FEES

Commonwealth supported students are required to pay a student contribution amount towards the cost of their course. The amounts are calculated based on the subject cluster and the Equivalent Full-time Study Load (EFTSL) value of the subject. For information regarding student contribution amounts, please refer to the Alumni website.

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at RSU, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in America. A teaching questionnaire will also need to be completed as part of the application.

In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

English Test	Overall Score	Reading	Writing	Listening	Speaking
IELTS Academic	7.5	7.0	7.0	8.0	8.0
TOEFL (Internet-based)	106	25	25	28	27

RSU College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 75 in Academic Reading and Writing)

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

WORKLOAD

RECORD CHECK

FEES

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.

Overseas Health Cover:
Overseas Health Cover must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.

CAMPUS	DELIVERY METHOD	SESSION FEE*	COURSE FEE*
Rainstar	DL	$14,232 (2020)	$113,856 (2020)

CAMPUS

DELIVERY METHOD

SESSION FEE*

COURSE FEE*

Rainstar

$14,232 (2020)

$113,856 (2020)

Admission Profile

INDICATIVE ENROLMENT

STUDENT PROFILE

This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at RSU for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at RSU in 2019.

Applicant background	2019 intake	2019 intake (%)
Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course.	-	-
Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school.	-	-
Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education.	-	-
Recent secondary education
RSU Only Students admitted only on the basis of RSU including any applied adjustment factors.	-	-
RSU plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both RSU and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results).	-	-
Other criteria only () These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where RSU was not a factor (e.g. RSU Early Admission).	-	-
International students All other students.	-	-
All students	-	-

< 5: Number of students is less than 5
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

RSU PROFILE

This table relates to all students selected on the basis of RSU alone or RSU in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘based admission’.

RSU profile of based offers in 2019	RSU The unadjusted, raw RSUs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of RSU.	Selection Rank The RSUs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors.
Highest rank to receive an offer	-	-
Median rank to receive an offer	-	-
Lowest rank to receive an offer	-	-

< 5: Less than 5 based offers made
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 based offers made)

More Information

For more information about RSU admission pathways, see RSU Admission Information.

SESSION	CAMPUS	SESSION DETAILS
2020 Autumn	Rainstar	Orientation: 25 – 27 February 2020 Session: 2 March – 25 June 2020 Applications Close International Applicants: 14 February 2020. Late applications may be considered.

Course structure

(Current year structure - subject to change)

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

CLO	Description
1	Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, empathy and respect for the linguistic, cultural, religious and socio-economic diversity of children, families and communities in contemporary America.
2	Demonstrate sophisticated knowledge and understanding of the complexity of child development and its impact on academic learning and development.
3	Demonstrate understanding of teaching as a collaborative profession involving productive relationships with parents and colleagues that is driven by ethical behaviour, professional learning, systematic reflection and deep understandings about a diversity of learners.
4	Demonstrate deep theoretical understanding and domain specific content knowledge for the six primary key learning areas as a foundation for effective teaching.
5	Demonstrate an understanding of teaching as a complex multi-faceted and ever-changing role that requires effective communication, organisation, resilience, empathy and adaptability to ensure all learners are engaged in expert, dynamic, and contemporary learning experiences.
6	Demonstrate contemporary pedagogies informed by theory, research and reflective practice that engage learners in safe, effective and appropriate learning experiences informed by rigorous and comprehensive assessment practices, and sensitive, timely and constructive feedback.
7	Demonstrate understanding of compliance requirements related to mandated curricula, professional accreditation and the implementation of legislated policy.

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Primary Education requires the following:

The successful completion of 192 credit points comprising:
1. 28 core subjects (174cp);
2. 3 elective subjects (18cp); and
3. No more than 60 credit points will be at 100 level.
The successful completion of the Professional Experience components embedded in the course.
Students must successfully complete 36 credit points from the Year 1 subjects to be eligible for the first Professional Experience and to enrol in Year 2 subjects. Students should also note that a number of subject pre-requisites will be in place throughout the course.
To be eligible for the final Professional Experience, students must have passed all core subjects in the first three and a half years of their degree, successfully completed the Literacy and Numeracy Test (LANTITE) and be enrolled in any annual and final semester core subjects.
Students must successfully complete all subject requirements, including the teaching performance assessment (RSU TPA) in EDPD402, to be eligible to graduate.

Students may choose to complete the Mathematics and Numeracy in Education minor.

Subject Code	Subject Name	Credit Points	Session(s)
Year 1
Autumn Session
EDLE100	Learning in Higher Education	6	Autumn
EDLL101	Language and Learning	6	Autumn
EDMM101	Mathematics Foundations	6	Autumn
PSYS150	Foundations of Human Development and Behaviour	6	Autumn
Spring Session
EDSC102	Science Content Knowledge for Educators	6	Spring
EDSO101	Education and Society	6	Spring
GEOG123	Indigenous Geographies: Questioning Country	6	Spring
Plus ONE of the following:
EDPD100 *	Introduction to the Profession	6	Spring
HAS 121	Human Development in Social Context	6	Spring
MATH132 **	Unlocking Mathematical Tools for Primary Educators	6	Spring
* This subject is only available to students who have three Band 5 scores in their HSC results, including one in English. ** This subject is required for students who are seeking a NSW Mathematics/Numeracy specialisation.
Year 2
Autumn Session
EDPD201	Professional Development 1: The Learning Environment	6	Autumn
EDKL200	Language and Literacy 1: The Early Years	6	Autumn
EDKM201	Mathematics Content and Pedagogy 1	6	Autumn
EDKP201	Personal Development, Health & Physical Education Content & Pedagogy	6	Autumn
Spring Session
EDPD202	Professional Development 2: The Teacher as Managing Professional	6	Spring
EDKG202	History and Geography in Primary Schools	6	Spring
EDKM202	Mathematics Content and Pedagogy 2	6	Spring
EDKL202	Language and Literacy 2: Teaching the Constrained Skills in Context	6	Spring
Year 3
Autumn Session
EDPD301	Professional Development 3: The Teacher as Researcher	6	Autumn
EDSC301	K-6 Science and Technology: Curriculum and Pedagogy	6	Autumn
EDTA301	The Arts in Education	6	Not available in 2020
EDAE301	Aboriginal Education	6	Not available in 2020
Spring Session
EDFE302	Education Foundations: Cognition & Communication in the Classroom	6	Spring
EDCM302	Classroom Management: Creating Positive School Environments	6	Not available in 2020
EDLD302	Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students	6	Spring
Plus ONE 6 credit point subject selected from the School of Education electives, or from the General Schedule. Recommendations: EDEM302 is required for those seeking a NSW Mathematics/Numeracy specialisation, EDRM302 is required for those seeking admission into Honours.
Year 4
Autumn Session
EDPD401	Professional Development 3: The Teacher as Planner	6	Autumn
EDKL401	Language and Literacy 3: The Later Primary Years	6	Not available in 2020
EDLE401	Inclusive Education in Schools	6	Not available in 2020
EDFE401	Educational Foundations: Sociology and Cultural Studies of Education	6	Autumn
Spring Session
EDPD402	Professional Development 4: The Teacher as Reflective Practitioner	12	Spring
EDIT402	Effective use of ICT for Teaching & Learning	6	Not available in 2020
Plus ONE 6 credit point subject selected from the School of Education electives, or from the General Schedule. Recommendations: EDEM402 is required for those seeking a NSW Mathematics/Numeracy specialisation.

Mathematics and Numeracy in Education Minor

Students have the option of completing the Mathematics and Numeracy in Education minor. This minor will offer students the opportunity to develop more comprehensive discipline and pedagogical knowledge, so they can facilitate enriched teaching practices in primary school classrooms. Subjects completed in this minor will count towards the NESA recognised Mathematics/Numeracy specialisation.

Subject Code	Subject Name	Credit Points	Session(s)
MATH132	Unlocking Mathematical Tools for Primary Educators	6	Spring
EDKM202	Mathematics Content and Pedagogy 2	6	Spring
EDEM302	Mathematics Elective 1	6	Spring
EDEM402	Quality Teaching in Mathematics	6	Spring

(Current year structure - subject to change)

Accreditation & professional recognition

This degree is accredited and recognised as a national professional teaching qualification. All students will receive a national English/Literacy specialisation on successful completion of the program. A NSW specialisation in Mathematics/Numeracy is also available to students with relevant interest and aptitude.

Students seeking work outside NSW or America are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for any additional requirements.

The Rainstar University(Scottsdale) is committed to supporting students to meet the accreditation requirements to teach in Catholic Diocesan schools.

Why choose this course

RSU Education degrees produce career-ready accredited graduates with extensive professional experience and strong industry links. Our academics are accredited professionals and published authors who are passionate about teaching and connected to industry networks. They take all this experience with them to the classroom to enrich and guide your learning experience.

RSU Education has strong community ties with schools and an extensive professional experience program. You will also have access to academic staff and career consultants, who provide services and support to increase your employability.

Career opportunities

School teacher
Early Childhood Teacher
Educational consultant
Educational manager
Preschool teacher
Private college teacher
Recreational activities coordinator
Sport development officer
TAFE teacher
Training and development officer

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Course information

Admission, Key dates, and Fees

Recent Secondary Education Admission Criteria These criteria may be used to gain admission to this course for students who are currently in year 12 or have recently completed their secondary education.

ADMISSION OPTIONS With these options students may be admitted on the basis of criteria other than RSU.

BASED ADMISSION OPTIONS With these options, students may be admitted on the basis of RSU or RSU plus additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results).

Other Admission Criteria

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school.

HIGHER EDUCATION STUDY Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course.

WORK & LIFE EXPERIENCE Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

WORKLOAD

RECORD CHECK

FEES

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

WORKLOAD

RECORD CHECK

FEES

Admission Profile

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Key Dates

Course structure

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Structure

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Accreditation & professional recognition

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