Course summary
The Bachelor of Technology/Bachelor Education (Secondary) prepares students as secondary school teachers in the Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) key learning area. Students complete three technology teaching subjects.
This online course is supported by live and recorded online learning sessions, and on-campus workshops for some units. The course has a focus on creativity and innovation and a strong underpinning in social, cultural and environmental sustainability.
This course is closely integrated with vocational education courses. Some specialisations incorporate specified certificates and/or competencies from TAFE or other recognised VET providers. Students who already hold the appropriate TAFE or other recognised VET provider qualifications will receive advanced standing.
Entry into our teaching degrees is based on an indicative ATAR of 70 or OP of 13. Additionally, applicants for initial teaching courses must submit a 1,000-word personal statement outlining their non-academic capabilities. See education non-academic requirements for further information. These entry requirements will ensure that our courses produce teachers with high levels of academic capability, literacy and numeracy skills and the personal characteristics required by contemporary teachers.
This education degree is combined with a Bachelor of Technology to ensure a comprehensive foundation for our education students.
The Bachelor of Technology/Bachelor Education (Secondary) prepares students as secondary school teachers in the Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) key learning area. Students complete three technology teaching subjects.
This online course is supported by live and recorded online learning sessions, and on-campus workshops for some units. The course has a focus on creativity and innovation and a strong underpinning in social, cultural and environmental sustainability.
This course is closely integrated with vocational education courses. Some specialisations incorporate specified certificates and/or competencies from TAFE or other recognised VET providers. Students who already hold the appropriate TAFE or other recognised VET provider qualifications will receive advanced standing.
Entry into our teaching degrees is based on an indicative ATAR of 70 or OP of 13. Additionally, applicants for initial teaching courses must submit a 1,000-word personal statement outlining their non-academic capabilities. See education non-academic requirements for further information. These entry requirements will ensure that our courses produce teachers with high levels of academic capability, literacy and numeracy skills and the personal characteristics required by contemporary teachers.
This education degree is combined with a Bachelor of Technology to ensure a comprehensive foundation for our education students.
Students study three main teaching subjects including Design and Technology and a choice of two of the following:
- Computing Technology: Information Systems
- Food Technology
- Graphics/Multimedia Technology
- Industrial Technology (timber and metal)
- Textile Technology
Units with a practical component may require attendance at two-to-five-day workshops in Coffs Harbour and, where numbers permit, in Sydney.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Exercise critical analysis, problem solving and decision making needed to perform competently and effectively as an educational professional. Demonstrate the ability to synthesise and evaluate ideas and theories. |
| Creativity | Demonstrate an ability to develop creative and effective responses to intellectual, professional and social challenges. Demonstrate creativity, innovation and enterprise to resolve design issues and the management of practical projects. |
| Ethical practice | Demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to social responsibility, ethics and legal principles consistent with what is expected of an education professional working in a learning community and with students, parents and carers. Demonstrate a commitment to student safety and support within professional frameworks. Demonstrates sound knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety issues related to the teaching of Technology and Applied Studies. |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate a broad, integrated knowledge and understanding of the technology disciplines in the Technology and Applied Studies curriculum. Apply pedagogical principles and practice to ensure effective teaching and learning in Technology and Applied studies education, with sound feedback and assessment practices. |
| Lifelong learning | Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining or advancing information and literacy skills to keep currency with pedagogical practice. Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development through self-directed learning and reflective practice. |
| Communication and social skills | Communicate concisely and appropriately in oral and written form in professional educational settings. Communicate sensitively and appropriately with students within a professional framework. Demonstrate a variety of teamwork skills applicable in professional learning community settings. |
| Cultural competence | Apply and integrate an understanding of social, indigenous and cultural diversity, and respect for the identity of all persons, in local and international contexts. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of inclusion and diverse learning needs. |
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 Southern Cross University the test needs to be successfully completed prior to undertaking the final professional experience placement.
Course overview
Course code
3207322
Course abbreviation
BTech/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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Session 1 | 334191 | 051191 |
Fee information
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Technology/Bachelor of Education students must complete the equivalent of 32 units (384 credit points), comprising:
• 19 core units; and
• 10 units made up of two teaching areas; and
• the remaining units from electives; and
• both components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) as required by the Federal Government.
Permission to undertake a professional experience placement will be at the discretion of the Dean of Education.
Exit Award
Students may be eligible to exit with the Bachelor of Educational Studies after completing the equivalent of 24 units (288 credit points).
Students may be eligible to exit with the Associate Degree of Educational Studies after completing the equivalent of 16 units (192 credit points).
Students may be eligible to exit with the Diploma of Educational Studies after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points).
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. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1, Year 1 | |||
| DES10634 - Design and Technology: Essential Technologies | Introductory | ||
| DES10643 - Textile Science and Innovation | Intermediate | ||
| MAT10002 - Foundations: Mathematics and Numeracy | Introductory | ||
| ENG10010 - Foundations: Language & Literacy | Introductory | ||
| Session 2, Year 1 | |||
| DES10635 - Design and Technology Principles and Processes | Introductory | ||
| DES10638 - Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise in Design and Technology | Intermediate | ||
| DES10637 - Design Management and Communication | Introductory | ||
| ENP10645 - Food Technology and Society | Intermediate | ||
| Session 1, Year 2 | |||
| EDU71002 - Foundations for Education | Introductory | ||
| DES10636 - History of Design and Technology | Intermediate | ||
| HOS10644 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Food | Introductory | Note 2 | |
| ENP10646 - Food Technology as an Enterprise | Intermediate | ||
| Session 2, Year 2 | |||
| EDU10514 - Understanding Children and Young People | Introductory | ||
| EDU20001 - Literacy, Assessment and Information & Communication Technology | Intermediate | ||
| HOS10644 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Food | Introductory | Note 2 | |
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| Session 1, Year 3 | |||
| ENM10640 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Textiles | Introductory | Note 2 | |
| EDU10631 - Technology Pedagogy and Curriculum I | Intermediate | ||
| TCH10014 - Professional Experience I: Becoming a Teacher | Introductory | Note 1 | |
| Elective Unit | |||
| Session 2, Year 3 | |||
| ENM10640 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Textiles | Introductory | Note 2 | |
| DES10642 - Textiles and Society | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10632 - Technology Pedagogy and Curriculum II | Advanced | ||
| TCH20001 - Professional Experience II: Effective Teaching | Intermediate | Note 1 | |
| Session 1, Year 4 | |||
| DES10639 - Integrated Technology Project | Advanced | ||
| EDU10633 - Vocational Education and Training in Schools and Industry | Advanced | ||
| EDU10712 - Supporting Learners with Diverse Abilities | Intermediate | ||
| Elective unit | |||
| Session 2, Year 4 | |||
| TCH30002 - Professional Experience III: Transition to the Profession | Advanced | Note 1 | |
| EDU83003 - Inclusive Teaching | Advanced | ||
| DES10641 - Textiles and Design | Intermediate | ||
| Elective unit | |||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1, Year 1 | |||
| DES10634 - Design and Technology: Essential Technologies | Introductory | ||
| ISY10209 - Web Development I | Introductory | ||
| MAT10002 - Foundations: Mathematics and Numeracy | Introductory | ||
| ENG10010 - Foundations: Language & Literacy | Introductory | ||
| Session 2, Year 1 | |||
| DES10635 - Design and Technology Principles and Processes | Introductory | ||
| DES10638 - Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise in Design and Technology | Intermediate | ||
| DES10637 - Design Management and Communication | Introductory | ||
| ISY10212 - Contemporary Issues in Information Technology | Introductory | ||
| Session 1, Year 2 | |||
| EDU71002 - Foundations for Education | Introductory | ||
| DES10636 - History of Design and Technology | Intermediate | ||
| DES10648 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Graphics and Multimedia OR ITC72003 - Resources for User Interaction | Introductory | Note 4 | |
| CSC72001 - Database Systems | Intermediate | ||
| Session 2, Year 2 | |||
| EDU10514 - Understanding Children and Young People | Introductory | ||
| EDU20001 - Literacy, Assessment and Information & Communication Technology | Intermediate | ||
| DES10648 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Graphics and Multimedia OR ISY10212 - Contemporary Issues in Information Technology | Introductory | Note 4 | |
| Elective unit | |||
| Session 1, Year 3 | |||
| SEC10647 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Computing | Introductory | Note 2 | |
| EDU10631 - Technology Pedagogy and Curriculum I | Intermediate | ||
| TCH10014 - Professional Experience I: Becoming a Teacher | Introductory | Note 1 | |
| COM00456 - Animation Theory and Practice | Intermediate | ||
| Session 2, Year 3 | |||
| SEC10647 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Computing | Introductory | Note 2 | |
| DES10649 - Graphics Principles and Industry Application | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10632 - Technology Pedagogy and Curriculum II | Advanced | ||
| TCH20001 - Professional Experience II: Effective Teaching | Intermediate | Note 1 | |
| Session 1, Year 4 | |||
| EDU10712 - Supporting Learners with Diverse Abilities | Intermediate | ||
| DES10639 - Integrated Technology Project | Advanced | ||
| EDU10633 - Vocational Education and Training in Schools and Industry | Advanced | ||
| Elective unit | |||
| Session 2, Year 4 | |||
| TCH30002 - Professional Experience III: Transition to the Profession | Advanced | Note 1 | |
| EDU83003 - Inclusive Teaching | Advanced | ||
| DES10650 - Computer Aided Design and Graphics | Intermediate | ||
| Elective unit | |||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1, Year 1 | |||
| DES10634 - Design and Technology: Essential Technologies | Introductory | ||
| DES10651 - Timber Design and Production | Introductory | ||
| MAT10002 - Foundations: Mathematics and Numeracy | Introductory | ||
| ENG10010 - Foundations: Language & Literacy | Introductory | ||
| Session 2, Year 1 | |||
| DES10635 - Design and Technology Principles and Processes | Introductory | ||
| DES10638 - Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise in Design and Technology | Intermediate | ||
| DES10637 - Design Management and Communication | Introductory | ||
| DES10652 - Metal Design and Production | Introductory | ||
| Session 1, Year 2 | |||
| EDU71002 - Foundations for Education | Introductory | ||
| COM00456 - Animation Theory and Practice | Intermediate | ||
| DES10636 - History of Design and Technology | Intermediate | ||
| DES10648 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Graphics and Multimedia OR ITC72003 - Resources for User Interaction | Introductory | Note 4 | |
| Session 2, Year 2 | |||
| EDU10514 - Understanding Children and Young People | Introductory | ||
| DES10653 - Timber Industry Practice and Management | Intermediate | ||
| EDU20001 - Literacy, Assessment and Information & Communication Technology | Intermediate | ||
| DES10648 - Vocational Skills and Knowledge in Graphics and Multimedia OR ISY10212 - Contemporary Issues in Information Technology | Introductory | Note 4 | |
| Session 1, Year 3 | |||
| EDU10631 - Technology Pedagogy and Curriculum I | Intermediate | ||
| TCH10014 - Professional Experience I: Becoming a Teacher | Introductory | Note 1 | |
| DES10654 - Metal Industry Practice and Management | Advanced | ||
| Elective unit | |||
| Session 2, Year 3 | |||
| DES10650 - Computer Aided Design and Graphics | Intermediate | ||
| DES10649 - Graphics Principles and Industry Application | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10632 - Technology Pedagogy and Curriculum II | Advanced | ||
| TCH20001 - Professional Experience II: Effective Teaching | Intermediate | Note 1 | |
| Session 1, Year 4 | |||
| EDU10712 - Supporting Learners with Diverse Abilities | Intermediate | ||
| DES10639 - Integrated Technology Project | Advanced | ||
| EDU10633 - Vocational Education and Training in Schools and Industry | Advanced | ||
| Elective unit | |||
| Session 2, Year 4 | |||
| TCH30002 - Professional Experience III: Transition to the Profession | Advanced | Note 1 | |
| EDU83003 - Inclusive Teaching | Advanced | ||
| Elective unit | |||
| Elective unit | |||
Notes
| Note 1: | Double-weighted unit |
| Note 2: | This double-weighted unit requires completion of a Certificate III level vocational qualification, as designated by the School of Education, or specific competencies drawn from Certificate II and Certificate III level vocation qualifications, as designated by the School of Education and as outlined in the unit statement. |
| Note 3: | If a student completes specialisations in both Graphics/Multimedia Technology and Industrial Technology, an additional elective must be selected. |
| Note 4: | DES10648 is a double-weighted unit requires completion of a Certificate III level vocational qualification, as designated by the School of Education, or specific competencies drawn from Certificate II and Certificate III level vocation qualifications, as designated by the School of Education and as outlined in the unit statement. |