161510 v.8 Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education)
BEd(Curtin) OR BEd(Hons)(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 003910D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
4 Years
Course Overview
Bachelor honours degrees prepare students to develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills in a discipline for professional work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 7 qualifications. The honours component prepares students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional work, research and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.
This pre-service course provides a qualification for those intending to teach at the secondary level of education. It prepares graduates to teach students aged 12 years and over in secondary schools. During the first three years of the degree, students are required to study at least two secondary school learning areas, such as History, Maths or Science. An important part of this degree is at least 17 weeks of teaching internship.
Professional Recognition
This course is recognised nationally and internationally as an initial pre-service teaching qualification.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au and include flexible entry pathways. Admission to the Honours stream is by invitation and follows high achievement within this bachelor degree.
Applicants require study in a TEE subject appropriate to teaching area. For teaching maths, Applicable Mathematics and/or Calculus are desirable. STAT elements considered are E, V and Q.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates with a bachelor degree may qualify for entry to some graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and master by coursework degrees. Graduates with a bachelor degree with honours may also qualify for entry to a master or doctorate by research. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Specific Course Completion Details
The School of Education requires all Secondary Education students to pass a literacy competence test in the first year of the Course.
Course Entry/Completion Note
Students will need a Working with Children card and a Criminal History Record Check before they attend a school placement in Semester 1.
Course Organisation
Embedded bachelor honours degrees typically comprise an honours stream equivalent to one year of full-time study undertaken during the last year (or two) of study.
This course includes professional practice units and optional units. Core studies are undertaken concurrently with optional units and electives. Units cater for the different needs of secondary students. In consultation with a course adviser, students select sequenced pathways designed to support and enrich individual knowledge and skills. Students are encouraged, where possible, to undertake electives from other areas of the University. During the first three years of the degree, students study at least two secondary school learning areas, such as History, Maths or Science. Students undertake at least 17 weeks of teaching internship. In the third year, students are selected for the honours program or continue with the standard course stream.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. make informed decisions regarding teaching and learning based on a comprehensive understanding of the learner and application of the curriculum
2. be reflective, creative and critical in the approach to teaching and learning
3. decide what information is needed and find it from a range of sources using appropriate technologies, Make valid judgements regarding teaching
4. communicate effectively and work collaboratively in educational contexts
5. use technologies appropriately to engage students ineffective learning and for other educational purposes
6. be self-motivated, critical, and reflective in their practice based on ongoing professional learning
7. think globally and consider issues from a variety of perspectives and apply international standards in teaching and other educational situations
8. teach effectively in ways that are responsive to the diverse needs of students through integrating socio-cultural context and values within educational scholarship and practice
9. demonstrate proficiency in the range of skills required by effective teachers, Apply high standards in all aspects of their work as teachers, Value professional and community partnerships and demonstrate leadership in education
Duration and Availability
This course is four years' full-time study.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 301179 | v.5 | Child Development for Educators 151 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307363 | v.4 | Introduction to Secondary Teaching 120 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 301184 | v.6 | Learning Theory for Educators 155 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311444 | v.1 | Professional Practice in Secondary Education 125 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311448 | v.1 | Teaching Literacy in Secondary Schools 135 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 312668 | v.1 | Technologies to Engage Learners 260 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 309300 | v.3 | Assessment in Secondary Schools 235 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311445 | v.1 | Professional Practice in Secondary Education 225 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 309271 | v.3 | Inclusive Education 251 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311446 | v.2 | Curriculum and Culture in Secondary Schools 310 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11048 | v.5 | Foundations of Educational Research 416 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 309281 | v.4 | Teacher as Researcher 460 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 305783 | v.4 | Honours Secondary Education Stream | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| 305784 | v.3 | Secondary Education Stream | 200.0 | ||
| 200.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Quarter 3 | |||||
| 301192 | v.4 | Internship 425 | 100.0 | ||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 311457 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- The Arts (Lower Secondary) 425 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311458 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- English (Lower Secondary) 435 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311459 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Languages (Lower Secondary) 445 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311460 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Mathematics (Lower Secondary) 455 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311461 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Science (Lower Secondary) 465 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311462 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Society and Environment (Lower Secondary) 475 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311464 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Vocational Education and Training 495 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 311450 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- The Arts (Upper Secondary) 420 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311451 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- English (Upper Secondary) 430 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311452 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Languages (Upper Secondary) 440 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311453 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Mathematics (Upper Secondary) 450 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311454 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Sciences (Upper Secondary) 460 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311455 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction- Social Sciences (Upper Secondary) 470 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
* These streams are undertaken over 2 semesters - Year 3, Semester 2; Year 4, Semester 1
Further Information
For more information about the course, please contact the Faculty of Humanities on telephone (08) 9266 3400, email humanities@curtin.edu.au, or visit our website: http://humanities.curtin.edu.au
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