Course summary
This combined degree prepares graduates to teach in up to two secondary teaching areas in English, mathematics, modern history, biology, chemistry, environmental science, physical education, geography, society and culture and Aboriginal studies. Alternatively, students can study one secondary teaching area, or an area of interest through 10 specialisations to increase employment opportunities. This is in addition to studies in literacy and numeracy, equity and diversity, supporting learners with diverse needs, assessment, and the use of information and communications technology (ICT) in education.
Students complete a number of professional teaching experiences to put theory into practice and to observe and reflect on the dynamics of the education environment. They will graduate as teachers who understand the attributes of inclusive education, the development and learning of young people, and the importance of life-long learning.
Entry into our teaching degrees is based on an indicative ATAR of 70 or OP of 13 with no additional prerequisite entry requirements. Our education degrees are combined with a Bachelor of Arts to ensure a comprehensive foundation for our education students in relevant discipline areas like mathematics, English and science.
This combined degree prepares graduates to teach in up to two secondary teaching areas in English, mathematics, modern history, biology, chemistry, environmental science, physical education, geography, society and culture and Aboriginal studies. Alternatively, students can study one secondary teaching area, or an area of interest through 10 specialisations to increase employment opportunities. This is in addition to studies in literacy and numeracy, equity and diversity, supporting learners with diverse needs, assessment, and the use of information and communications technology (ICT) in education.
Students complete a number of professional teaching experiences to put theory into practice and to observe and reflect on the dynamics of the education environment. They will graduate as teachers who understand the attributes of inclusive education, the development and learning of young people, and the importance of life-long learning.
Entry into our teaching degrees is based on an indicative ATAR of 70 or OP of 13 with no additional prerequisite entry requirements. Our education degrees are combined with a Bachelor of Arts to ensure a comprehensive foundation for our education students in relevant discipline areas like mathematics, English and science.
Students can tailor the course to study two of the following teaching majors or one teaching major with an additional specialisation.
Teaching majors1 (and locations: L = Lismore, O = Online)
- Biology (L, O2)
- Chemistry (L)
- Earth and Environmental Science (L, O3)
- English (O)
- Mathematics (O)
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (L)
- Modern History (O)
- Geography (L, O)
- Society and Culture (for students who complete Modern History or Geography) (L, O)
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education (for students who complete Modern History or Geography) (O)
The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) is primarily delivered in online mode.
1 All teaching subjects have two curriculum specialisation units and some may require attendance at a compulsory on-campus workshop. The workshops vary between one to two days depending on the teaching major.
2 Two units are each offered as a three-week intensive and both include one week at the University’s National Marine Science Centre, Coffs Harbour. Contact the University for more details.
3 One unit is offered as a three-week intensive that includes a one-week field trip. Contact the University for more details.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Demonstrate analytical thinking, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Demonstrate cognitive and technical skills which show broad understanding and depth relevant to the education profession. |
| Creativity | Demonstrate an ability to identify and solve problems with intellectual independence. Demonstrate an ability to develop innovative and creative responses to challenges in an educational setting. |
| Ethical practice | Demonstrate knowledge of ethical, legal and human rights principles in education settings. Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to legislative requirements and codes of conduct relevant to the education profession. |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the relevant curriculum frameworks. Demonstrate a solid knowledge of the pedagogy of effective educational practice. |
| Lifelong learning | Demonstrate the capacity for self-reflective learning and critical thinking with responsibility and accountability in professional practice. Demonstrate skills in maintaining or advancing information and literacy skills to keep currency with pedagogical practice and professional development. |
| Communication and social skills | Communicate clearly, coherently and independently with exposition of knowledge and ideas in both oral and written forms. Demonstrate teamwork skills and leadership in professional and learning community settings. |
| Cultural competence | Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for diversity in others and self identify and apply proactive and inclusive strategies to encourage and support student engagement. |
Students complete significant blocks of in-school supervised professional experiences throughout the degree to demonstrate their capabilities as teachers.
Courses have accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT). Courses have national accreditation through the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL).
Usually, Australian teacher qualifications are recognised internationally, but students need to check with potential employers and teacher registration authorities in other countries regarding accreditation requirements.
The Australian Government has introduced a Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE), effective from July 2016. All Initial Teacher Education students across Australia will need to successfully complete the national literacy and numeracy test (LANTITE) prior to completing their course. In line with accreditation requirements, at SCU the test needs to be successfully completed prior to undertaking the final professional experience placement.
Course overview
Course code
3207311
Course abbreviation
BA/BEd (Sec)
Credit points
384
Equivalent units
32
Duration
4 years full-time; 8 years part-time
Duration
4 years full-time
Availability details
Domestic
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffs Harbour | Session 1 | 330153 | 050851 |
| Gold Coast | Session 1 | 330163 | 050861 |
| Lismore | Session 1 | 330113 | 050811 |
| Online | Session 1 | N/A | N/A |
Fee information
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
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To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) a candidate shall successfully complete:
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Not less than thirty-two (32) units comprising:
- all eleven (11) units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units; and
- one First Teaching Subject from Part B of the Schedule of Units; and
- the remaining units from Part B and/or Part C and/or Part D of the Schedule of Units as approved by the Head of School from the School of Education.
- Both components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as required by the Federal Government.
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Not less than thirty-two (32) units comprising:
- A candidate who while enrolled for the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) has completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Educational Studies may elect to be awarded the Bachelor of Educational Studies following withdrawal from candidature for the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary).
- A candidate who while enrolled for the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) has completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts may elect to be awarded the Bachelor of Arts following withdrawal from candidature for the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary).
- Permission to undertake a professional experience placement will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of School.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access and Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Schedule of units
Course progressions
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. Assistance on how to enrol can be accessed here.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment
Browse uni-wide elective units by selecting Uni-wide elective in the advanced filter of the Unit search
Browse shared majors and their units at Shared majors
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Session 1 | |||
| ENG10010 - Language & Literacy | Introductory | ||
| MAT10002 - Mathematics and Numeracy | Introductory | ||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 1 | |||
| CUL00210 - Australia, Asia and the World | Introductory | ||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 2 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 3 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 1A | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 2A | |||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| EDU10128 - Introduction to Teaching | Introductory | ||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 4 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 3A | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 4A | |||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| EDU20001 - Literacy, Assessment and Information & Communication Technology | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10514 - Understanding Children and Young People | Introductory | ||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Year 3, Session 1 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 5 | |||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT I | |||
| EDU10712 - Supporting Learners with Diverse Abilities | Intermediate | ||
| TCH10014 - Professional Experience I: Becoming a Teacher | Introductory | ||
| Year 3, Session 2 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 6 | |||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT II | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| TCH20001 - Professional Experience II: Effective Teaching | Intermediate | ||
| Year 4, Session 1 | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT IA | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Year 4, Session 2 | |||
| EDU83003 - Inclusive Teaching | Advanced | ||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT IIA | |||
| TCH30002 - Professional Experience III: Transition to the Profession | Advanced | ||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Session 1 | |||
| ENG10010 - Language & Literacy | Introductory | ||
| MAT10002 - Mathematics and Numeracy | Introductory | ||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| CUL00210 - Australia, Asia and the World | Introductory | ||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory | ||
| BIO00209 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology | Intermediate | ||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 1 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 2 | |||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| BIO10493 - Motor Control | Intermediate | ||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 3 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 4 | |||
| EDU10128 - Introduction to Teaching | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| EDU10691 - Physical Education Studies I: Athletics and Aquatics | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10514 - Understanding Children and Young People | Introductory | ||
| EDU20001 - Literacy, Assessment and Information & Communication Technology | Intermediate | ||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Year 3, Session 1 | |||
| EDU10693 - Promoting the Health and Wellbeing of Young People | Advanced | ||
| EDU01021 - Curriculum Specialisation: Personal Development, Health, Physical Education I | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10712 - Supporting Learners with Diverse Abilities | Intermediate | ||
| TCH10014 - Professional Experience I: Becoming a Teacher | Introductory | ||
| Year 3, Session 2 | |||
| EDU10692 - Physical Education Studies II: Dance and Gymnastics | Intermediate | ||
| Elective Unit | |||
| EDU01022 - Curriculum Specialisation: Personal Development, Health, Physical Education II (Lifestyle) | Advanced | ||
| TCH20001 - Professional Experience II: Effective Teaching | Intermediate | ||
| Year 4, Session 1 | |||
| EDU10694 - Contemporary Health Issues for Young People | Advanced | ||
| Elective Unit | |||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT I | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Year 4, Session 2 | |||
| EDU83003 - Inclusive Teaching | Advanced | ||
| TCH30002 - Professional Experience III: Transition to the Profession | Advanced | ||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT II | |||
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 1 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 2 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 1A | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 2A | |||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| ENG10010 - Language & Literacy | Introductory | ||
| MAT10002 - Mathematics and Numeracy | Introductory | ||
| CUL00210 - Australia, Asia and the World | Introductory | ||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 3 | |||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| EDU10128 - Introduction to Teaching | Introductory | ||
| EDU10514 - Understanding Children and Young People | Introductory | ||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 4 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 3A | |||
| Year 3, Session 1 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 5 | |||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 4A | |||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT 1 | |||
| TCH10014 - Professional Experience I: Becoming a Teacher | Introductory | ||
| Year 3, Session 2 | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT II | |||
| EDU20001 - Literacy, Assessment and Information & Communication Technology | Intermediate | ||
| PART B SPECIALISATION UNIT 6 | |||
| Year 4, Session 1 | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| EDU10712 - Supporting Learners with Diverse Abilities | Intermediate | ||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT 1A | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Year 4, Session 2 | |||
| EDU83003 - Inclusive Teaching | Advanced | ||
| TCH20001 - Professional Experience II: Effective Teaching | Intermediate | ||
| PART B CURRICULUM SPECIALISATION UNIT IIA | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Year 5, Session 1 | |||
| TCH30002 - Professional Experience III: Transition to the Profession | Advanced | ||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
| Elective Unit | |||
Notes
| Note 1: | Students who complete Geography and Modern History, Geography and Society and Culture, or Modern History and Society and Culture or Modern History and Aboriginal Studies or Geography and Aboriginal Studies need to complete the following two units: EDU30007 Advanced Secondary Curriculum Pedagogy I and EDU30008 Advanced Secondary Curriculum Pedagogy II. |
| Note 2: | Society and Culture or Aboriginal Studies needs to be completed with either Modern History or Geography. Where units remain, another teaching subject may also be completed, e.g. English. For further information, please contact the Student Advice Team. |
| Note 3: | Please note that cross institutional enrolment must be finalised at least six (6) weeks prior to the intended session of enrolment. |