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Bachelor of Secondary Education (Graduate Entry) (331JA.1)
Please note these are the 2017 details for this course
| Selection rank | English language requirements | Duration | UAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 2.0 years | 880425 | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods |
| Faculty of Education | Academic Program Area - Education |
Bruce, Canberra |
Fees
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 with no band score below 7 and a score of not less than 8 in both speaking and listening.
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.
| Academic entry requirements | English language requirements | CRICOS code | Faculty |
|---|---|---|---|
| 088700M | Faculty of Education | ||
| Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods | Duration |
| Academic Program Area - Education |
Bruce, Canberra |
2.0 years |
Fees
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.
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 with no band score below 7 and a score of not less than 8 in both speaking and listening.
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.
Make your mark in secondary education
The University of Canberra leads the way in providing up-to-date education degrees that prepare teachers for a future-focused career. This degree is offered to students with previous tertiary qualifications, who would like to become secondary teachers.
Study a Bachelor of Secondary Education (Graduate Entry) at UC and you will:
- acquire appropriate scientific, literacy and numeracy knowledge
- demonstrate specialised knowledge and skills in your previous discipline/s across a range of classes and year groups within a secondary school environment
- learn the theories and principles that are the foundation for educational practice in secondary settings
- demonstrate understanding of student needs and differences and the relevance of these to learning in inclusive, indigenous, EALD and mainstream settings
- plan and develop appropriate teaching activities for students from a diverse range of backgrounds
- develop and implement effective assessment strategies and carry out evaluation of teaching programs, resources and your own teaching
- apply the requisite content knowledge for all secondary school curriculum areas to teaching, assessment and reporting methods, alternate/enhanced literacy and numeracy strategies and the effective use of ICT in teaching and learning
- reflect on your practice and experiences and engage in a process of continual improvement.
Work-integrated learning
Throughout the course you will complete a series of theoretical education units grouped with professional experience placements. This practical experience spans different levels of secondary education, giving you the required 60 days of experience in teaching.
Career opportunities
Students completing this degree will be qualified to teach from Grade Seven to Twelve.
Course specific information
To apply for this degree you must have completed a tertiary degree with both a major and a minor of specific study relevance to the secondary school curriculum; or an equivalent qualification, such as:
- a certificate three relevant to wood, metal, plastic, food, textiles, computing, graphics or multimedia technology
- a certificate four in Training and Assessment
- at least 10 years relevant trade experience
On graduating students must register with the appropriate state teaching body in order to teach. Students must obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Check prior to going on practical placement.
Professional accreditation
This course is registered by the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) and recognised as a teaching qualification throughout Australia.
A tertiary degree with both a major and a minor of specific study relevant to the secondary school curriculum; or an equivalent qualification, including:
- a certificate 3 relevant to wood, metal, plastic, food, textiles, computing, graphics or multimedia technology, and
- a certificate 4 in Training and Assessment, and
- at least 10 years relevant trade experience
Additional admission requirements
Students must obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Check
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 Secondary Education (Graduate Entry) (331JA) | 48 credit points
Note:
- From 2019 the code for 9868 Curriculum - Planning, Assessing & Reporting has changed to 10425.
Note:
- From 2020 unit 9895 Principles of Learning & Teaching Materials Design has been replaced by 10451 Using Design Principles & Technologies in Education.
- 1. Where a student has completed a first degree that does not align directly to teaching areas, up to 3 additional discipline electives may be required.
- 2. If not all 3 discipline electives are required, then the balance will be taken from the following list of units as advised by the Course Convener.
- 3. 10354 replaces 9917 from Semester 1, 2018. Students who have completed 9917 previously, may still have this counted towards their completion.
Note:- Or from discipline electives.
Note:
- In the same disciplines as for PCK 1 units.
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
Core Literacy (9963) - 3cp, Level 1 OR Discipline Elective Unit - 3cp
Discipline A PCK 1 Unit
Semester 2
Discipline A PCK 2 Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Core Mathematics (9864) - 3 cp, Level 1 OR Statistics in Education (9917) - 3 cp, Level 2 OR Discipline Elective Unit - 3 cp
Discipline B PCK 1 Unit
Semester 2
Information and Communication Technology Literacy (9878) - 3cp, Level 2 OR Discipline Elective Unit - 3cp
Discipline B PCK 2 Unit
Course duration
Standard four semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum 8 semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Knowledge: Demonstrate specialised knowledge and skills in their selected teaching disciplines in order to enhance the teaching and learning in these areas across the range of classes and year groups within a Secondary School environment, Demonstrate that they possess the appropriate scientific, literacy and numeracy knowledge to properly inform their teaching, communication and administrative responsibilities; Demonstrate knowledge of theories and principles that are the foundation for educational issues and practice in Secondary settings; Demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical frameworks that underpin a comprehensive understanding of secondary school learners; Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of student needs and differences and the relevance of these to learning in inclusive, indigenous, EALD and mainstream settings within secondary schools. |
1.1 employ up to date and relevant knowledge and skills; 1.2 communicate effectively; 1.3 use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real world problems; 2.5 make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; 3.3 adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; 3.4 evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Skills: Plan and develop appropriate and engaging teaching activities for secondary school students from a diverse range of backgrounds; Demonstrate specialised knowledge and skills in their selected teaching disciplines; Develop and implement effective assessment strategies and carry out evaluation of teaching programs, resources and their own teaching. |
1.1 employ up to date and relevant knowledge and skills; 1.2 communicate effectively; 1.4 work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; 1.5 display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload; 3.1 reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; 3.2 be self aware; |
| Application of Skills and Knowledge: Apply the requisite content knowledge for their selected teaching disciplines Secondary School Curriculum areas to teaching, assessment and reporting methods, alternate/enhanced literacy and numeracy strategies and the effective use of ICT in teaching and learning; Reflect effectively on their practice and on their experiences within their profession and use that reflection to engage in a process of continual improvement. Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community including through professional learning. |
2.2 adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; 2.3 understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; 2.4 communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; 2.5 make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; 2.1 think globally about issues in their profession; 2.2 adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; 2.6 behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. 3.1 reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; 3.2 be self aware; 3.3 adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; 1.4 work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; 2.2 adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; 2.3 understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; 2.4 communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; 3.1 reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; 3.2 be self aware. |
Majors
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Secondary Education | B Sec Ed |
Honours
None.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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