305551 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Physics), Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education)
BSc(Curtin), BEd(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 043756M
Registered Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 4 Years
Introduction
Provides graduates with - Skills and qualifications to practice as a scientist in industry and/or as a teacher in secondary schools. Opportunities to combine rigorous study in physics (the major), with support studies in another teaching area of their choice. Advanced study in the two major teaching areas of Physics and Mathematics. Contains a substantial component of computational studies, makes extensive use of IT in most subjects and provides a unique exposure to innovative physics teaching techniques which will assist prospective teachers in integrating such techniques and IT into their own teaching. Three additional optional units are available which can be taken in complementary teaching areas such as Chemistry, Biology or Geology.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Physics and Calculus or Applicable Mathematics.
Specific Requirements
The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course. The Department of Education requires all secondary education students to pass a literacy, numeracy and ICT competency test in the first year of the degree. Students who do not pass will be required to take additional study in order to meet competency requirements in these areas. Professional practice in school settings is a core requirement of the degree and may involve out of semester commitment by students. Applicants for this course should refer to the Criminal record screening/clearance section of this publication.
Note
Able students with high aggregates or other evidence of academic achievement who do not meet formal entry requirements may still be considered. Enquiries should be directed to the Course Co-ordinator and/or the Head of Department.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Course Organisation
Students enrolled in the double degree must pass all units in the education component to gain accreditation and must successfully complete the major stream in physics. Students may elect to transfer to a single degree in one of the two disciplines. In this event, the relevant Head of Department shall determine the amount of credit transferred to the single degree.
Professional Recognition
This course is recognised nationally as an initial pre-service teaching qualification. Graduates will be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 301179 | v.3 | Ed 125 - Development and Education | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302804 | v.3 | Physics 101 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 307363 | v.1 | Ed 123(S) - Teaching and Learning Processes and Practice I (Secondary) | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7062 | v.6 | Mathematics 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 301184 | v.3 | Ed 128 - Learning, Teaching and Assessment | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301378 | v.2 | Ed 127(S) - Professional Practice II (Sec) | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 301754 | v.3 | Ed 124(S) - Teaching and Learning Processes II (Sec) | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 305415 | v.3 | Physics 102 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 7063 | v.6 | Mathematics 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| 301181 | v.2 | Ed 243 - Technology in Education | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303175 | v.2 | Ed 242 (S) - Curriculum Planning Processes | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4305 | v.3 | Ed 475 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - Science | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 8127 | v.6 | Advanced Calculus 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8142 | v.4 | Physics 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 |
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| 301187 | v.3 | Ed 245(S) - Teaching and Learning Processes III (Sec) | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 301380 | v.2 | Ed 246(S) - Professional Practice III (Secondary) | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303214 | v.2 | Ed 247 (S) - Social and Cultural Contexts in Curriculum Development | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4316 | v.4 | Ed 486 - Curriculum and Instruction SII - Physical Science | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 7907 | v.6 | Particles and Waves 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7908 | v.4 | Physical Measurements 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 1 |
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| 302390 | v.1 | Mathematical Methods 204 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7905 | v.5 | Mathematical Methods 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303216 | v.2 | Ed 345 (S) - School Based Curriculum Development | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 307590 | v.1 | Data Evaluation and Experimental Design 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 7909 | v.4 | Physical Measurements 202 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9765 | v.4 | Quantum and Statistical Physics 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 12.5 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 2 |
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| 11592 | v.3 | Solid State Physics 302 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12992 | v.3 | Physics Project 302 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301189 | v.2 | Ed 353 - Development, Learning and Special Education | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305650 | v.1 | Ed 355(S) Professional Practice IV (Sec) | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307367 | v.1 | Ed 343(S) - Teaching and Learning Processes IV (Secondary) | 7.5 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 4 Semester 1 |
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| 12991 | v.2 | Physics Project 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 75.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 4 Semester 2 |
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| 4210 | v.6 | Ed 442 - Field Experience ATP | 10.0 | 75.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
Year 4 Winter Period |
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| 301186 | v.3 | Ed 351 - Aboriginal Education | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 4 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 4300 | v.3 | Ed 470 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - Art | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4303 | v.3 | Ed 473 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - English | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4301 | v.4 | Ed 471 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - Business Studies | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4302 | v.4 | Ed 472 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - Information and Communication Technology | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4304 | v.3 | Ed 474 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - Mathematics | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4306 | v.5 | Ed 476 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - Society and Environment | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| 4308 | v.3 | Ed 478 - Curriculum and Instruction SI - LOTE | 1.5 | 12.5 | |
| N1 | Optional Units: Year 3, Semester 1, one Physics option to be chosen in consultation with the Course Coordinator. | ||||
| N2 | Optional Units: Year 4, Semester 1, 25 credits of Physics options to be chosen in consultation with the Course Coordinator and 50 credits of Education options. | ||||
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2005 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2005 | 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.
Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: October 20, 2004
CRICOS provider code 00301J