Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education is offered by the University of the Aegean through the Department of Primary Education and provides scientific and pedagogical training for the teaching profession in primary education. The program combines theoretical knowledge and practical training in educational sciences, teaching methodology, psychology, and contemporary educational approaches, preparing graduates with pedagogical, research, and professional skills.
Relation to Employment
Graduates of the Department of Primary Education can work as primary education teachers, as well as in educational, training, and support institutions for children and educators in both the public and private sectors.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma) and successful participation in national-level examinations or qualifying entrance examinations.
Knowledge
Graduates of the Department of Primary Education acquire knowledge in educational sciences, teaching methodology, educational psychology, social sciences, and the didactics of primary education subjects. They are also familiar with contemporary learning theories, educational research methods, and inclusive education practices.
Skills
Graduates develop skills in designing, organizing, and implementing teaching interventions, assessing learning processes, and effectively managing the classroom environment. They are also able to adapt instruction to the needs and characteristics of different students.
Competences
Graduates gain communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and educational technology skills, as well as the ability to work in modern and multicultural educational settings. In addition, they develop creativity, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to design innovative teaching practices.