Charles Sturt University
3-6 years
The Bachelor of Educational Studies is a flexible pathway for aspiring teachers and education professionals to gain teaching qualifications. Whether you're starting as a teacher's aide, retraining, or expanding credentials, this degree offers tailored study options across primary, secondary, and specialized education areas.
Entry requirements include an ATAR score of 60 or equivalent. Students with prior tertiary study (less than 10 years old) may receive credit recognition. First Nations students who don't meet standard entry requirements can access the free First Nations Connections Program, which includes travel, accommodation, and meal support. No specific prior teaching experience is required, though the program supports career progression for current educators.
The course comprises 24 subjects (192 credit points) structured around core education studies and flexible pathway options. Core subjects include First Nations Foundations and Written Communication. Students select from eight Key Learning Areas (KLA): English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Human Society and Environment (HSIE), Creative Arts, Personal Development Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), and specialized areas like Design and Technology. Graduate education subjects cover curriculum pedagogy, child development, inclusive education, and teaching methodologies. Students can pursue primary teaching pathways with 8 KLA subjects and 8 education subjects, or secondary pathways with subject content knowledge and curriculum method subjects.
Charles Sturt University is recognized as #1 in Australia for graduate employment outcomes, with 85% of undergraduates securing full-time employment within 4 months of graduation. The university offers extensive support through experienced staff, flexible exit options (Associate Degree or Diploma alternatives), and multiple campus locations across regional Australia. The institution provides specialized pathways including the First Nations Connections Program and articulated programs allowing progression to Master of Teaching degrees.
Graduates can pursue careers as primary or secondary school teachers, homework centre tutors, education support workers, and vacation/out-of-school-hours carers. The degree provides a foundation for progression to Master of Teaching (Primary or Secondary) programs, leading to nationally accredited teaching positions. Teachers can expand accreditation across multiple subject areas or educational levels, and the qualification supports roles in diverse educational environments including mainstream schools, special education, and community education settings.