Diploma in Education (Primary) (exit only) (1878)
- Approved Abbreviation: DipEd(Prim)
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 1878
- AQF Level: 5
CRICOS Code: 103730J
Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.
The Diploma in Education (Primary) is an exit point on completion of 80 credit points of study selected from Bachelor of Education (Primary) subjects as indicated in the program structure below.
Study Mode
One year full-time or two years part-time.
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bankstown City Campus | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Bankstown City Campus | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Program Sequence 2025
This sequence applies to students who commenced in 2025 or later. If you commenced prior to 2025, please refer to the relevant Sequence tab for details.
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 80 credit points which includes the subjects listed in the recommended sequence below.
Recommended Sequence
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| TEAC 1031 | Sociology for Educators | 10 |
| TEAC 1038 | Literacy and Numeracy for Educators | 10 |
| TEAC 2054 | Scientific Discovery and Invention | 10 |
| TEAC 1037 | Exploring Patterns and Relationships in Mathematics | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| TEAC 1039 | Scientist, Artist, Teacher | 10 |
| TEAC 1011 | Educational Psychology | 10 |
| TEAC 2024 | Engaging with Children, Families, Colleagues and Communities | 10 |
| TEAC 2046 | Pedagogy and Praxis in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |
Program Sequence 2021 - 2024
This sequence applies to students who commenced in 2021 - 2024. If you commenced in 2025 or later, please refer to the relevant Sequence tab for details.
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 80 credit points which includes the subjects listed in the recommended sequence below.
Recommended Sequence
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| TEAC 1031 | Sociology for Educators | 10 |
| TEAC 1038 | Literacy and Numeracy for Educators | 10 |
| TEAC 2054 | Scientific Discovery and Invention | 10 |
| TEAC 1037 | Exploring Patterns and Relationships in Mathematics | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| TEAC 1039 | Scientist, Artist, Teacher | 10 |
| TEAC 1011 | Educational Psychology | 10 |
| TEAC 2062 | Teachers as Change Makers | 10 |
| Select one elective | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |