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Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Science (115JA.2)
Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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68.00 | On campus |
4.0 years | |
Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
Faculty of Education | Academic Program Area - Education Academic Program Area - Science |
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Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 |
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an academic IELTS or equivalent of 7.5. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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On campus |
4.0 years | ||
Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
Faculty of Education | Academic Program Area - Education Academic Program Area - Science |
069526M | |
Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an academic IELTS or equivalent of 7.5. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Double degree: Share your love of science with future generations
Extend your talent for science with an inspiring career in the classroom.
Become a qualified secondary school teacher and focus on the areas of science that interest you most.
Motivate others with your knowledge and skills and make a difference to how young people approach future scientific challenges.
Combine your Bachelor of Education with a Bachelor of Science at UC to:
- develop in-depth knowledge in two of the following science areas
- Health and PE
- Science
- Mathematics
- Design and Technology
- learn how to teach secondary students in these areas
- understand the needs of learners from years 7 to 12
- gain awareness of the social context and implications for schooling
- grasp educational challenges and issues
- explore theory and research on effective teaching practices
- have flexibility to enable constructive work in educational settings
- study how to work collaboratively and ethically.
Career opportunities
This course is registered by the ACT Teacher Quality Institute. Graduates can apply to register to teach science right across Australia.
Important to know
- Take advantage of time and finish in 3.5 years.
- You will need to complete appropriate police checks prior to your professional experience.
- There are non-standard English language requirements for this course.
Professional accreditation
This course is registered by the ACT Teacher Quality Institute and recognised as a teaching qualification throughout Australia.
Applicants must meet normal University requirements for admission to an undergraduate course or hold qualifications deemed to be equivalent by the University's Admissions Committee.
Additional admission requirements
All students enrolled in this course are required to complete appropriate police checks or sign employment declaration forms prior to the commencement of their Professional Experience placement.
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Science (115JA) | 96 credit points
- Alternative Units: With permission of the Course Convener, students may substitute units in the Curriculum, Pedagogy and Practice or Restricted Choice Units lists with others.
- Professional Experience units are an essential component of this course. Students who do not complete these units will not be able to meet the academic requirements of the Bachelor of Education.
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion.
- 10226 Freshwater Biology replaces 6912 Australian Waterways from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6912 may still count it towards course completion.
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion
- 10226 Freshwater Biology replaces 6912 Australian Waterways from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6912 may still count it towards course completion.
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion
- 10226 Freshwater Biology replaces 6912 Australian Waterways from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6912 may still count it towards course completion
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion.
- 10226 Freshwater Biology replaces 6912 Australian Waterways from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6912 may still count it towards course completion
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion
- 10226 Freshwater Biology replaces 6912 Australian Waterways from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6912 may still count it towards course completion
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion.
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion.
- The unit code for Regional Anatomy and Physiology changed in 2015 and only the newer code is available for enrolment.
- From 2019 the unit code for 6365 Systems Analysis and Modelling has changed to 11486.
- Or other Unit Sets approved by the Course Convener.
- Must pass two 18 credit point Majors and one 12 credit point Minor from the following.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Second Science Major Unit
Science Minor Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
First Science Major Unit
Semester 2
Second Science Major Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Science Minor Unit
First Science Major Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Second Science Major Unit
First Science Major Unit
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 1 Unit
Semester 2
First Science Major Unit
Second Science Major Unit
Science Minor Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Second Science Major Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 2 Unit
First Science Major Unit
Semester 2
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 3 Unit
Second Science Major Unit
First Science Major Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Science Minor Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 4 Unit
Year 1
Semester 2
First Science Major Unit
Science Minor Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Second Science Major Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Second Science Major Unit
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 1 Unit
Semester 2
Two First Science Major Units
Second Science Major Unit
Science Minor Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 2 Unit
Two First Science Major Units
Second Science Major Unit
Semester 2
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 3 Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Science Minor Unit
Two Restricted Choice Education Units
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 4 Unit
Semester 2
Science Minor Unit
First Science Major Unit
Two Second Science Major Units
Year 1
Semester 1
Science Minor Unit
Second Science Major Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
First Science Major Unit
Semester 2
Science Minor Unit
Second Science Major Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
First Science Major Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Second Science Major Unit
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 1 Unit
First Science Major Unit
Semester 2
Second Science Major Unit
First Science Major Unit
Science Minor Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 2 Unit
First Science Major Unit
Second Science Major Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 4 Unit
Science Minor Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Semester 2
Second Science Major Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
First Science Major Unit
Year 1
Semester 2
Restricted Choice Education Unit
First Science Major Unit
Science Minor Unit
Second Science Major Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Science Minor Unit
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Second Science Major Unit
First Science Major Unit
Semester 2
Second Science Major Unit
First Science Major Unit
Science Minor Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 1 Unit
Second Science Major Unit
First Science Major Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 2 Unit
Second Science Major Unit
First Science Major Unit
Semester 2
First Science Major Unit
Second Science Major Unit
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 3 Unit
Year 5
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Education Unit
Science Minor Unit
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Practice 4 Unit
Course duration
Standard eight semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum 20 semesters.
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
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In depth critical knowledge in two key learning areas and teaching pedagogy for secondary students | 4. Problem Solving: Graduates are expected to be able to: a) identify problems and analyse the main features of problems relevant to their professional field; b) apply appropriate problem solving processes, arguments, critical and creative thinking; c) implement and evaluate strategies for the resolution of problems; d) anticipate and define new problems; and e) identify and resolve new problems in new fields. |
Theory and skills in facilitating the learning of secondary school students | 1. Communication: Graduates are expected to be able to: a) express knowledge, ideas and opinions in their professional field, both orally and in written form, with confidence and clarity; b) present arguments and ideas effectively; c) actively listen and respond to the ideas of other people; d) negotiate effectively; and e) create and present new ideas. 9. Lifelong Learning: Graduates are expected to: a) be independent self-directed learners with the capacity and motivation for lifelong learning; b) be aware of how they best learn; c) possess self-knowledge and the ability to assess their own performance critically and accurately; and d) have an understanding of how to apply their nowledge and abilities to many different contexts and fields. 10. Personal Attributes: Graduates are expected to: a) be independent thinkers and agents for change; c) have confidence to challenge existing ideas; d) show commitment to ongoing self-development; e) value and respect differing views; and f) be confident in themselves and their own skills and knowledge. |
Teaching practice is informed by research on effective teaching | 2. Information Literacy and Numeracy: Graduates are expected to be able to locate, identify, collate, analyse, manipulate, evaluate, interpret and present information and numerical data.3. Information and Communication Technology: Graduates are expected to be able to select and use appropriate information and communication technology to retrieve, manipulate and present information. |
Awareness of social context and self awareness; capacity to work collaboratively and ethically in a team environment | 5. Working With Others: Graduates are expected to be able to: a) work with others as part of a group; b) take responsibility for carrying out agreed tasks; c) be aware of the different roles and responsibilities of group members; d) evaluate group performance; f) take initiative and demonstrate leadership; and g) respect the rights of others irrespective of their cultural background, race or gender. 6. Effective Workplace Skills: Graduates are expected to: a) demonstrate entrepreneurial skills including creativity, initiative, adaptability, leadership, resourcefulness; b) have the ability to initiate new ideas, implement decisions and cope with uncertainty; and c) be able to function in a multi-cultural or global environment. 7. Professional Ethics: Graduates are expected to: a) act responsibly, ethically and with integrity in the context of their profession and their obligations to society; and b) appreciate the social and cultural context of their profession. 8. Social Responsibility: Graduates are expected to: a) work toward improvement in society; b) understand economic, political, social, and environmental systems with an international perspective; c) act in environmentally sustainable ways; and d) accept service to the community as the primary purpose for professional life. |
Majors
- Major in Secondary Education (MJ0197)
- Major in Biology 1 (MJ0132)
- Major in Chemistry (MJ0136)
- Major in Human Biology: Chemical & Molecular Principles (MJ0053)
- Major in Human Biology: From Cells to Organism (MJ0050)
- Minor in Mathematical Structures and Computation (MN0072)
- Major in Information Systems (MJ0059)
- Minor in Chemistry (MN0017)
- Major in Environmental Assessment (MJ0039)
- Minor in Information Systems (MN0045)
- Minor in Software Engineering (MN0109)
- Minor in Human Biology (MN0042)
- Major in Biology 2 (MJ0133)
- Minor in Environmental Management (MN0037)
- Minor in Biology 2 (MN0010)
- Minor in Biology 1 (MN0009)
- Major in Mathematics (MJ0148)
- Major in Health (Restricted) (MJ0146)
- Major in Applied Ecology (MJ0008)
- Minor in Environmental Assessment (MN0031)
- Minor in Ecology (MN0028)
- Minor in Physical Skills (Restricted) (MN0113)
- Minor in Biological Chemistry (MN0008)
- Major in Integrated Environmental Management (MJ0060)
Awards
Award | Official abbreviation |
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Bachelor of Education | BEd |
Bachelor of Science | BSc |
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Enquiries
Student category | Contact details |
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Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
