Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Graduate entry
Bachelors Graduate EntryCourse snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
2 years full-time; 4 years part-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
N/A
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BEd(Sec)
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Course code
3707000
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Credit points
192
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Equivalent units
16
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Indicative Fee
Overview
This two-year degree (full-time or part-time equivalent) offers graduates of disciplines other than education a qualification to teach in a secondary school in up to two subjects, enabling them to expand their employment opportunities in areas where demand is high.
Specialisation units are generally delivered by practising teachers who bring their first-hand teaching experience to the course.
Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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Intellectual rigour | Demonstrate cognitive and technical skills which show a broad understanding of knowledge and depth Analyse and appraise the relevant concepts, ideas and principles relating to educational practice Identify and categorise appropriate data and information in relation to student performance |
Creativity | Demonstrate an ability to develop creative and effective responses to intellectual, professional and social challenges Demonstrate creativity, innovation and enterprise to design and implement effective teaching programs and strategies |
Ethical practice | Demonstrate a knowledge of 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 an awareness of the need for student safety and support within professional frameworks Demonstrate understanding of the need to implement policy requirements from a duty of care perspective |
Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate a broad, integrated knowledge and understanding of secondary teaching area disciplines Apply e knowledge and skills relating to a specific discipline area to effectively achieve syllabus outcomes Apply pedagogical principles and practice to ensure effective teaching and learning including assessment and reporting practices |
Lifelong learning | Demonstrate skills in 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 teamwork and leadership 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 Identify and apply proactive and inclusive strategies to encourage and support student engagement and behaviour including diverse groups of learners such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, migrants and students from non-English speaking backgrounds |
Students complete significant blocks of in-school supervised practical experiences throughout the degree to demonstrate their professional capabilities as teachers.
Students can study two of the following curriculum specialisations:
- English
- Human Society and its Environment (HSIE), which comprises modern history or geography, with the optional addition of ancient history, business studies, legal studies, economics, society and culture
- Mathematics
- Music
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)
- Science
- Technology and Applied Studies
- Visual Arts
All curriculum specialisations are offered by distance education, but require attendance at compulsory on-campus workshops (except for Technology and Applied Studies). Depending on their previous study, some students may need to complete additional units, some of which may only be available on campus, contact the University for more information. All core education units can be studied on campus or by distance education.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Coffs Harbour | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Gold Coast | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Lismore | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Career Outcomes
Accredited by the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES). Courses accredited by BOSTES have national recognition 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.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
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To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Education (Secondary) a candidate shall successfully complete not less than sixteen (16) units comprising:
- all units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
- two (2) sequential units in a curriculum specialisation listed in Part B of the Schedule;
- seven (7) approved units, which may include units from Part B, Part C or Part D of the Schedule.
- A candidate who while enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) has completed the units EDU10710, EDU10711, EDU10712, EDU10713, EDU10714 and EDU10715 from Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules, and two (2) sequential units in any curriculum specialisation listed in Part B of the Schedule, may elect to be awarded the Graduate Diploma of Education upon withdrawal from candidature from the Bachelor degree.
- Permission to undertake a practicum will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of the School of Education.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
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To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Education (Secondary) a candidate shall successfully complete not less than sixteen (16) units comprising:
- all units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
- two (2) sequential units in a curriculum specialisation listed in Part B of the Schedule;
- seven (7) approved units, which may include units from Part B, Part C or Part D of the Schedule.
- A candidate who while enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) has completed the units EDU10710, EDU10711, EDU10712, EDU10713, EDU10714 and EDU10715 from Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules, and two (2) sequential units in any curriculum specialisation listed in Part B of the Schedule, may elect to be awarded the Graduate Diploma of Education upon withdrawal from candidature from the Bachelor degree.
- Permission to undertake a practicum will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of the School of Education.
Course structure
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.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Please refer to the course enrolment guide available on the School of Education website (www.scu.edu.au/education) within the student information and downloads tab |
Note 1:
Sequential units in a curriculum specialisation are indicated by their naming; e.g. Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts I and Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts II.
Note 2:
Double-weighted unit.
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Part A |
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EDU10710 | Learners, Teachers and Pedagogies | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDU10711 | Effective Communication in the Classroom | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDU10712 | Supporting Learners with Diverse Abilities | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDU10713 | Curriculum, Assessment and New Media | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDU10714 | The Inclusive Classroom | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDU10715 | Issues in Education | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDU10716 | Professional Development in Education | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Part B |
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Part C |
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Part D |
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