Bachelor of Health and Physical Education ( Primary)

The Bachelor of Health & Physical Education (Primary) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a four-year undergraduate teaching degree designed for students who want to become primary school teachers and Health & Physical Education (HPE) specialists in Australia. The program combines contemporary education studies with practical teacher training, developing skills in curriculum planning, pedagogy, assessment and classroom management.

Students develop specialist knowledge across Health Education, Physical Education and Outdoor Education, while also completing courses in English, Mathematics, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science to build their capabilities as primary classroom teachers. With 30 weeks of school-based professional experience, students gain practical experience integrating theory with classroom teaching and assessment. The program prepares graduates for teaching careers in Australian Catholic, independent and government primary schools, making it a relevant option for international students seeking to study primary education in Australia.