Flagship Program
Primary Teacher Education
Our core pre-service program, combining professional studies, curriculum knowledge and supervised school experience across three years of full-time study.
Academic Programs
Introduction
Balob Teachers College offers nationally recognised teacher education programs designed to prepare students for effective teaching in Papua New Guinea's primary education system.
All programs are delivered in accordance with PNG Teacher Education Standards and approved by relevant authorities.
Qualifications
Diploma Programs
For Serving Teachers
In-Service Teacher Training
Professional development short courses delivered in block and holiday mode, upskilling serving teachers across Morobe and neighbouring provinces.
Career Pathway
Upgrading Program
A flexible part-time pathway for teachers seeking to upgrade their qualifications to diploma level while continuing to serve in their schools.
Diploma in Primary Teaching
Course Outline by Year
Year 1 Subjects
Semester 1
| No | Code | Subject | Description | Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDMA101 | Maths and Numbers | Basic mathematical operations | 5 |
| 2 | EDSC101 | Earth and Science | Living things and the environment | 5 |
| 3 | EDHU101 | Geography | The natural environment | 5 |
| 4 | EDEN101 | Language | Grammar and writing for academic purposes | 5 |
| 5 | EDPD101 | Professional Development | Orientation into teaching studies | 5 |
| 6 | EDRE101 | Social Science | Introduction to world religions | 5 |
| 7 | EDPD10C | Professional Development | School experience — Year 1 | 5 |
Semester 2
| No | Code | Subject | Description | Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDRE102 | Social Science | Contemporary issues from a Christian perspective | 5 |
| 2 | EDPD10B | Professional Development | Practicum — Year 1, Semester 2 | 5 |
| 3 | EDPD102 | Professional Development | Teaching skills and strategies | 5 |
| 4 | EDMA102 | Maths and Numbers | Measurement | 5 |
| 5 | EDHU102 | Social Science | PNG history and contemporary issues | 5 |
| 6 | EDEN102 | Language | Oral language development | 5 |
| 7 | EDCD102 | Community Development | Making a living — resource management | 5 |
Year 2 Subjects
Semester 3
| No | Code | Subject | Description | Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDPD20A | Professional Development | Planning and programming | 5 |
| 2 | EDPD201 | Professional Development | Assessment and planning | 5 |
| 3 | EDPD20C | Professional Development | School experience — Year 2 | 5 |
| 4 | EDSC201 | Science | Physical sciences | 5 |
| 5 | EDMA201 | Maths and Numbers | Geometry | 5 |
| 6 | EDPE201 | Social Science | Introduction to ethics | 5 |
| 7 | EDEN201 | Language | Reading | 5 |
| 8 | EDRE201 | Social Science | Introduction to world religions | 5 |
| 9 | EDCD201 | Community Development | Personal development | 5 |
Semester 4
| No | Code | Subject | Description | Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDEN202 | Language | Writing | 5 |
| 2 | EDCD202 | Community Development | Health education | 5 |
| 3 | EDMA202 | Maths and Numbers | Algebra | 5 |
| 4 | EDCCVE2 | Social Science | Christian citizenship value education | 5 |
| 5 | EDPD202 | Professional Development | Child development and inclusive education | 5 |
| 6 | EDHU202 | Social Science | The cultural environment of PNG | 5 |
| 7 | EDPE202 | Professional Development | Ethics in the teaching profession | 5 |
| 8 | EDPD20B | Professional Development | Practicum — Year 2, Semester 4 | 5 |
Year 3 Subjects
Semester 5
| No | Code | Subject | Description | Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDHU301 | Social Science | Expressive arts | 5 |
| 2 | EDCD30A | Community Development | Community development and technology | 5 |
| 3 | EDEN301 | Language | Library and literature | 5 |
| 4 | EDMA301 | Maths and Numbers | Number and operations 2 | 5 |
| 5 | EDSC301 | Science | Earth and space | 5 |
| 6 | EDPD30E | Professional Development | Assessment planning — Year 3 | 5 |
| 7 | EDPD30D | Professional Development | Simulation and modelling — Year 3 | 5 |
| 8 | EDPD30C | Professional Development | Planning and programming — Year 3 | 5 |
Semester 6
| No | Code | Subject | Description | Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDHU302 | Social Science | Society and government in PNG | 5 |
| 2 | EDPD302 | Professional Development | Planning and programming | 5 |
| 3 | EDMA302 | Maths and Numbers | Data and statistics | 5 |
| 4 | EDSC30B | Science | Earth and space — Year 3 | 5 |
| 5 | EDEB302 | Language | Assessing and implementing English curriculum | 5 |
| 6 | EDPD362 | Professional Development | Managing student learning | 5 |
| 7 | EDPD30B | Professional Development | Practicum — Year 3, Semester 6 | 5 |
| 8 | EDEA30B | Social Science | Expressive arts | 5 |
Admissions
Important Notes
Apply Early
Entry Requirements
Entry into all programs is subject to meeting minimum academic requirements and availability of spaces. Applicants are encouraged to apply early — review the entry requirements and how to apply before submitting an application.