Bachelor of Education (BEDU) - BEd

QTAC code (Australian and New Zealand applicants): Secondary (Toowoomba campus: 908411; Distance education: 908415; Fraser Coast campus: 918411; Springfield campus: 928411); Sport, Health & Physical Education Majoring in Primary (Toowoomba campus: 908711; Distance education: 908715; Fraser Coast campus: 918711; Springfield campus: 928711); Early Childhood (Toowoomba campus: 908181; Distance education: 908185; Fraser Coast campus: 918181; Springfield campus: 928181); Primary (Toowoomba campus: 908171; Distance education: 908175; Fraser Coast campus: 918171; Springfield campus: 928171); Special Education (Toowoomba campus: 908241; Distance education: 908245; Fraser Coast campus: 918241; Springfield campus: 928241); Sport, Health & Physical Education Majoring in Secondary (Toowoomba campus: 908811; Distance education: 908815; Fraser Coast campus: 918811; Springfield campus: 928811)

CRICOS code (International applicants): 065048B

Notes

Note: Semester 3 intake is only available in on-campus mode at Springfield campus.

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Program focus

In this innovative and flexible program, graduates will develop the ability to design and deliver effective teaching programs for a diverse range of learners. A suite of core courses, that are common to all specialisations, covers contemporary educator's development and knowledge, and prepares the student for their area of specialisation.

Specialisations

Students can select from five sector specialisations:

• Early Childhood (Fraser Coast, Springfield, Toowoomba)

• Primary (Fraser Coast, Springfield, Toowoomba)

• Secondary (Fraser Coast, Springfield, Toowoomba)

• Special Education (Fraser Coast, Springfield, Toowoomba)

• Sport, Health and Physical Education - Primary (Fraser Coast, Springfield, Toowoomba)

• Sport, Health and Physical Education - Secondary (Fraser Coast, Springfield, Toowoomba)

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Education program will be well qualified for employment as teachers in schools in Queensland, elsewhere in Australia and in many overseas jurisdictions, subject to local requirements.

Graduates from particular specialisations will also be well qualified for employment as teachers in Primary or Secondary schools, in Child Care, Kindergarten and Pre-School contexts (Early Childhood); in Special Education and/or Disability Services and/or Human Services (Special Education); in sports administration, sports marketing, sports coaching, fitness and lifestyle coaching, leisure management, as a sports trainer or in community activities and groups (Sport, Health and Physical Education) in a range of alternative education settings and in the diverse and expanding post-compulsory sector (Vocational Education).

Further career opportunities exist in many emerging fields where, in conjunction with other attributes and qualifications, teaching-related skills are critical, including career opportunities available in industry, particularly in the roles and functions related to training.

Professional experience

All students, domestic and international, must complete the majority of supervised professional experience in Australian Primary and/or Secondary school settings.

Professional accreditation

Graduates from the program will have met the qualifications requirement for teacher registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Please note: To be eligible for teacher registration in Queensland, applicants must have the 'ability to communicate in spoken and written English at a professional level with students, parents, teachers and other persons,'

All students, domestic and international, must complete the majority of supervised professional experience in Australian Primary and/or Secondary school settings.

Graduates from the BEd (Early Childhood) will have also met the requirements of the Office for Early Childhood Education and Care (formerly the Queensland Department of Communities).

Program aims

The Bachelor of Education program aims to graduate students who meet the academic requirements for registration as a teacher in Queensland (see http://www.qct.edu.au/standards/index.html) and who demonstrate:

• the knowledge, skills, practices and values inherent in the Queensland College of Teachers’ ten Professional Standards for Queensland Teachers

• the qualities and skills required of a USQ graduate (see The Qualities of a USQ Graduate Policy

• the attributes of a Faculty of Education graduate

• high levels of facility with personal and professional literacies

• a particular awareness, understanding and positive orientation towards redressing the educational disadvantages suffered by indigenous students.

BEd (Early Childhood)

The Early Childhood specialisation also aims to prepare graduates who satisfy the requirements of Queensland Office for Early Childhood Education and Care (formerly The Department of Communities) for working as educators with children from birth to eight years of age in a range of early childhood settings.

BEd (Primary)

The Primary specialisation also aims to prepare graduates who have had the opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of the work of educators in P-7 settings. Included among these options are: enhanced opportunities to focus on research in education; a focus in a particular curriculum area; on the Early Years of School; on Special Education;on Physical Education; or on Middle Schooling.

BEd (Secondary)

The Secondary specialisation also aims to prepare graduates with sound levels of content knowledge in their nominated teaching areas.

BEd (Special Education)

The Special Education specialisation also aims to prepare graduates who are equipped to operate successfully as teachers in both Primary and Special Education settings.

BEd (Sport, Health and Physical Education)

The Sport, Health & Physical Education specialisations (primary or secondary) will also develop in graduates:

• a theoretical basis and practical application of knowledge across the broad area of sport, health and physical education

• the capacity to perform a wide range of tasks required as part of teaching health and physical education or as part of involvement in various sport and/or recreational activities and organisations

• the insights and skills to cope with changing career opportunities within the area of sport, health and physical education.

Admission requirements

Normal entry for early childhood, primary, secondary, sport, health and physical education and special education

Applicants who have completed Year 12 at a Queensland secondary school (or equivalent) are eligible for consideration under the standard admission requirements. The Overall Position (or equivalent) is used as the general basis for selection. Applicants must have obtained at least ‘Sound Achievement’ (or equivalent) in English and must satisfy any pre-requisites for any content studies in courses offered by other Faculties. Entry may be subject to availability of places.

All specialisations: special entry

Subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Southern Queensland and Faculty of Education, applicants who do not hold formal, recognised qualifications as listed above, but who have extensive relevant industrial, commercial and/or professional training and work experience such that they are acceptable for employment as teachers/trainers in the post-compulsory education and training sector, may be considered for special entry to the program.

All specialisations: International students

International students must have completed the equivalent to Queensland secondary school Year 12 and be at university entry level standing. International students whose first language is not English must demonstrate their proficiency in the English language with the provision of a recent IELTS test of 7.5 or higher (with no subset of less than 7.0 in any of the four skills areas, and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening), either on entry to or on graduation from the program. For TOEFL and other equivalents, please refer to theUniversity's English language requirements .

How to apply

Domestic students

Application for undergraduate programs may be made through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). The same procedure applies whether you plan to study on-campus or by distance education. If you completed Year 12 at a Queensland secondary school you will be assessed for entry on the basis of your Overall Position (OP) or equivalent score. Year 12 students from other states or territories are considered for entry on the basis of their UAI, ENTER or TER. Other applicants will be based on their overall Rank.

International students

This program is offered to international students. An international student is a person who is not an Australian or New Zealand citizen and not an Australian permanent resident. Please refer to USQ International for information about entry requirements, visa arrangements and how to apply

Program fees

Commonwealth supported place

A Commonwealth supported place is where the Australian Government makes a contribution towards the cost of your higher education and you as a student pay a student contribution amount, which varies depending on the courses undertaken. You are able to calculate the fees for a particular course via the Course Fee Finder.
Commonwealth Supported students may be eligible to defer their fees through a Government loan called HECS-HELP.

Domestic full fee paying place

Domestic full fee paying places are funded entirely through the full fees paid by the student. Full fees vary depending on the courses that are taken. You are able to calculate the fees for a particular course via the Course Fee Finder.
Permanent Humanitarian Visa holders, Permanent Resident visa holders and New Zealand citizens who reside outside Australia pay full tuition fees.
Domestic full fee paying students may be eligible to defer their fees through a Government loan called FEE-HELP.

International full fee paying place

International students pay full fees. Full fees vary depending on the courses that are taken and whether they are studied on-campus, via distance education/online. You are able to calculate the fees for a particular course via the Course Fee Finder.

Program structure

The four-year Bachelor of Education requires 32 units at undergraduate level. Where such structures allow, and at the discretion of the specialisation coordinator, up to four units may be completed at postgraduate level. A minimum of eight units must be completed with USQ, to be eligible to receive this award.

Note: Minimum enrolment numbers apply to all courses. Should enrolments not meet the minimum number required, students may be transferred to a different mode or offering and advised of this change prior to semester start.

Required time limits

Students have a minimum of 4 years and a maximum of 9 years to complete this program.

Requirements to complete the program

In order to complete the Bachelor of Education a student must complete 32 units of study, according to each specialisation’s pattern of required courses (core, shared and specialisation), plus electives or discipline studies.

Practical experience

All students, domestic and international, must complete the majority of supervised professional experience in Australian Primary and/or Secondary school settings.

Language Proficiency All students must demonstrate their English language proficiency by providing a recent IELTS test of 7.5 or higher (with no subset of less than 7.0 in any of the four skills areas, and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening), either on entry to or on graduation from the program.

The required courses for each specialisation are detailed in the following table:

In addition to the required courses, each specialisation requires a number of approved electives and/or “teaching area” discipline studies, as below:

Major studies

Specialisation Objectives

The Bachelor of Education program has five specialisations: Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary, Special Education, Sport, Health and Physical Education Primary and Sport, Health and Physical Education Secondary. Although the number and variety of non-school options is increasing for graduates, each specialisation targets preparation for employment in educational settings appropriate to the relevant sector:

• B Ed (Early Childhood)

  The target settings include Child Care Centres, Kindergartens, Pre-Schools and Years Prep-3 in Primary Schools.

• B Ed (Primary)

  The major target setting is Years Prep-7 in Schools.

• B Ed (Secondary)

  The major target setting is Years 8-12 in Schools and the growing range of non-school settings catering for alternative pathways in the senior years.

• B Ed (Special Education)

  The major target settings include Years Prep-7 in Primary Schools, Special Education Units and Special Schools.

• BEd (Sport, Health and Physical Education)

  The Sport, Health & Physical Education specialisations primarily target preparation for employment in schools and other educational settings appropriate to the broad field of health, fitness, sport and physical education.

In this section:

• Specific Majors secondary specialisation
• Accounting (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba; Distance)
• Agricultural Science (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Ancient History (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Biological Science (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Business Communications Technologies (BCT) (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)
• Business Organisation and Management (BOM) (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)
• Chemistry (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Chinese Language (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Computing Studies/Information Communication Technologies (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Design Technology (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Drama (On-campus: Toowoomba)
• Early Childhood VET (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)
• Economics (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Engineering Technology (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)
• English (Minor available) (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)
• Film, Television & New Media (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba)
• French Language (Cross-Institutional study through UNE)
• Geography (Distance: Cross-Institutional study through UNE)
• German Language (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Graphics (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Health and Physical Education (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)
• Indonesian Language (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Information Processing and Technology (IPT) (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Information Technology Systems (ITS) (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Japanese Language (Cross-Institutional study through UNE)
• Junior History (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Junior Science (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Languages
• Legal Studies (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba; Distance)
• Mathematics (On-campus: Toowoomba, Springfield [minor only]; Distance)
• Modern History (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)
• Music (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Physics (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)
• Special Education (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba; Distance)
• Studies of Religion (Distance via cross institutional study)
• Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE) (On-campus: Toowoomba, Springfield; Distance) - No new enrolments
• Tourism (Distance)
• Visual Arts (On-campus: Toowoomba)
• Majors available

Specific Majors secondary specialisation

This section of the handbook provides recommendations for courses to complete when selecting specific teaching areas. These courses will change as the QSA and Australian Curriculum changes and as Faculties modify their course offerings. Not all teaching areas are offered at all campuses. Contact the secondary program coordinator if you have any questions.

When selecting teaching areas you need to consider that not every school teaches every subject. The teaching areas selected will have an impact on professional experience placement and employment opportunities. It may be useful for Queensland students to view the QSA report which indicates the number of schools which teach different subjects.

B Ed (Primary) Middle Years Pathway

This option is for pre-service teachers who wish to extend their teaching from Primary to the Middle Years in secondary schools (years 7 – 10). All 7 elective courses are used to fulfil the QCT requirements of having 2 teaching areas. Students should complete EDO3112 plus 3 starred (*) courses in 1 teaching area relevant for years 7 – 10 and 3 courses in a second relevant teaching area.

B Ed (Secondary)

The Secondary specialisation requires in-depth discipline areas studies in two majors/teaching areas. Students are required to complete a total of 14 units of study across two defined teaching areas. Approved teaching areas change from time to time with changes in Queensland Studies Authority or Education Queensland policy and/or practice. Course selection is subject to available offers and to the approval of the specialisation coordinator.

You can select:

7 – 10 courses for a first teaching area (major or extended major) and 4 – 6 courses in a second teaching area (minor)

or

2 x 7 courses for two first teaching areas

• B Ed (Secondary)

Students are required to complete a total of 14 units of study across two defined teaching areas. Approved teaching areas change from time to time with changes in Queensland Studies Authority or Education Queensland policy and/or practice. Course selection is subject to available offers and to the approval of the specialisation coordinator.

The following teaching areas can only be taken as majors - Drama, Health and Physical Education, Languages, Music, Special Education and Visual Arts. Minors can be taken in English, Junior Maths, Junior Science, Legal Studies and History.

Accounting (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba; Distance)

This major provides a background in financial and other information for making and evaluating decisions about the allocation of scarce resources. A comprehensive accounting system is central to assisting in the discharge of accountability and to the development and maintenance of the financial control of business organisations. Accounting information helps to evaluate performance and to report on the operation of an organisation from both an internal and external perspective.

Accounting can only be taken as a 1st teaching area

Accounting as a 1st (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Accounting as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Business in Years 7-10, and in years 11-2 Accounting and Business.

Agricultural Science (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

Agricultural Science provides opportunities for students to explore agricultural concepts and systems, and to investigate agricultural issues. Agriculture is a dynamic field of science as agricultural production processes and technologies evolve to meet the changing needs of society. Agricultural Science provides students with the opportunity to engage with this industry through the three areas of study: plant science, animal science and agribusiness.

Agricultural science as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Ag Science as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Science in Years 7 - 10.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

This major in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies provides opportunities to examine important events from various points of view to ensure that all perspectives are represented. By understanding that there are various ways of viewing the world, it will help to identify and address prejudice and racism.

Students wishing to teach Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies, Study of Society and/or Social and Community Studies for years 11 and 12.

Ancient History (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

The study of History, is an integral part of the Social Sciences, and provides the knowledge necessary to understand the social, cultural, political and economic activities and institutions of society and their relationship with the natural environment from a historical perspective.

Ancient History can only be taken as a first teaching area. If you wish to teach History from years 7-10 select History as a second teaching area.

Ancient History as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Ancient History as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach History in both Years 7-10 and Years 11-12, Ancient History, Study of Society and Social and Community Studies.

Note: Some courses are offered via cross-institutional study through the University of New England (UNE). Students should refer to the Ancient History offerings by UNE's Schools of Classics, History and Religion for other courses that may be suitable for inclusion in an Ancient History Major.

It is vital that you check with the University of New England with regard to the last day to enrol into cross institutional study for the relevant semester.

You can apply and download the Home Provider Endorsement form.

Once you have completed the Home Provider Endorsement form please forward to Student Support, Faculty of Education, USQ Toowoomba for approval, then forward onto UNE.

Biological Science (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

Biological Science is the study of the natural systems of the living world. There are two broad aspects to these natural systems. One is concerned with the study of the many different kinds of organisms and their interactions with each other and with the non-living parts of their environment. The other aspect is the study of the internal structure of organisms and the processes that maintain life.

Biology as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Biology, as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be take at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Science in Years 7-10; and in years 11-12 Biology, Science 21 and Science In Practice.

Business Communications Technologies (BCT) (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)

Business Communication and Technologies offers students opportunities to engage in and understand a range of administrative practices through real-life situations and business simulations. Students examine the broader social, cultural and environmental implications of business activities with a focus on the essential skills of communication and the use of business-specific technologies.

Business Communication and Technologies (BCT) can only be taken as a 1st teaching area.

BCT as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach BCT as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Business in Years 7 – 10, and in years 11-12 BCT and Business. In addition some schools may request that you teach computing from years 8 – 10 and/or Business Organisation and Management (BOM) and/or Tourism in years 11 and 12.

Business Organisation and Management (BOM) (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)

BOM offers school students the opportunity to develop an appreciation of issues challenging business organisations and managers locally, nationally and globally. Business practices include the use of innovation, entrepreneurial creativity, strategic planning, management, marketing, and information and communication technologies.

BOM can only be taken as a first teaching area.

BOM as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach BOM as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Business in Years 7 – 10, and in years 11-12 BOM and Business. In addition some schools may request that you teach computing from years 8 – 10 and/or BCT and/or Tourism in years 11 and 12.

Chemistry (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

Chemistry provides an understanding of the materials around us and why they behave as they do. Being central to understanding the phenomena of the reactions of matter in our material universe, it also bridges links with other branches of natural science.

Chemistry as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Biology, as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Science in Years 7 – 10; and in years 11-12 Chemistry, Science 21 and Science In Practice.

Chinese Language (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

Learning another language involves communicating in a way that is appropriate to the sociocultural context in which the language is used. It involves using language to comprehend and convey meaning. Learning languages contributes to and enriches students’ intellectual, educational, linguistic, personal, social and cultural development.

Chinese can only be taken as a first teaching area.

Students who are native Chinese speakers should contact the program coordinator regarding required courses.

Language proficiency for LOTE teachers

For those teachers who want to be employed to teach a Language other than English with Education Queensland you must sit a LOTE proficiency assessment. This includes assessment of writing, listening/speaking and reading in the language. More information is available in the Guide to Completing the Application for Teacher Application Form and the LOTE Proficiency Assessment Overview guides available from the Department of Education, Training and Employment.

Chinese as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Chinese as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Chinese in Years 7 - 12. You may also be asked to teach the language in primary schools.

Students take the Chinese strand within the following LAC courses.

Computing Studies/Information Communication Technologies (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

This will provide you with knowledge to teach practical topics in areas such as operating systems, security, digital imaging and graphics production, spreadsheets, databases, presentation packages, computer hardware, the Internet and multimedia.

Computer studies can only be taken as a second teaching area. If you want to teach IPT or ITS in years 11 and 12 select those teaching areas.

Computer Studies as a 2nd teaching area

Students wishing to teach computing as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: ICT or computing years 7 – 12.

Design Technology (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

Technology has been developed through working and building with materials and tools and has been an integral part of society for as long as humans have had the desire to improve their quality of life. This teaching area encourages knowledge and application of available resources, systems and practices through inquiry, design and problem-solving methodologies.

Formerly known as Industrial Design and Technology or Manual ArtsThis area is only available to those students with an Industrial trade background.

Design Technology as a 1st (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Design Technology as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses (Note: your trade qualifications may gain you some exemptions). At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Technology in Years 7 – 10, and in years 11-12 Technology Studies and Manufacturing.

Drama (On-campus: Toowoomba)

Drama Studies provide a medium for exploration, social criticism, celebration and entertainment and is explored through the dimensions of forming, presenting, and responding. The study of drama actively promotes participation in an experiential mode of learning that blends intellectual and emotional experience and offers a unique means of enquiry that contributes to pre-service teachers knowing and understanding themselves and the world.

Drama can only be taken as a first teaching area and is taught on the Toowoomba campus only.

Note: an audition/interview is required for all students undertaking a major in drama, please contact the School of Creative Arts, phone +61 7 4631 1121.

Drama as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Drama as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Drama in Years 7 - 12 and Creative Arts in years 11 and 12.

Early Childhood VET (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)

The primary focus of the early childhood field of study and industry is to promote the wellbeing of young children and a greater awareness of the importance of quality practices in the wider community. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to develop knowledge and understanding including human development, the needs and rights of children, the value of play, concepts of childhood, the role of parents, the importance of families, behaviour management, special needs, work place health and safety, industry practice and expectations, and legislation and ethical issues.

Early Childhood studies can only be taken as a second teaching area.

Students need to already have a Certificate I, II or III in Child Care.

Early Childhood Studies as a second teaching area

Students wishing to teach early childhood as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you would teach Early Childhood studies years 11 – 12.

Economics (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

The study of Economics enables decision-making based on contemporary economic theory. Economics is a study of how to use scarce resources in the best way possible Households, businesses and governments are confronted with “the economic problem: of alternative uses of their limited resources.

Economics can only be taken as a second teaching area.

Economics as a second teaching area

Students wishing to teach economics as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Economics years 11 and 12 and Study of Society and/or Social and Community Studies in years 11 and 12.

Engineering Technology (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)

Engineering Technology is a course of study that provides an opportunity for students to gain an understanding of the underlying principles of engineering in its broadest sense. It is concerned with the theoretical concepts and practical applications related to technology, industry and society, engineering materials, engineering mechanics, and control systems.

Engineering Technology can only be taken as a first teaching area.

Engineering Technology as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Engineering Technology as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Engineering Technology in Years 11 and 12 and you may be required to teach Technology in years 7 – 9 and Design and Technology in year 10.

English (Minor available) (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)

Students will engage with a wide variety of literary, mass media and everyday texts in addition to conceptualise, imagine, appreciate, experiment, speculate, reflect, make decisions, hypothesise, analyse and evaluate their ability to think, use language, and make meaning.

English can be taken as a first or second teaching area.

English as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach English as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: English from years 7 – 12. In some schools you may also be required to teach English Extension (Literature); Literacy, English for ESL Learners, Functional English and English Communication in years 11 and 12.

English as a second teaching area

Students wishing to teach English as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: English years 7 – 10; and in years 11 and 12 you could be expected to teach: Literacy, Functional English and English Communication in years 11 and 12.

Film, Television & New Media (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba)

Film, television and new media are our primary sources of information and entertainment. They are important channels for education and cultural exchange. They are fundamental to our self-expression and representation as individuals and as communities.

Film, Television & New Media can only be taken as a first teaching area.

Film, Television & New Media as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Film, Television & New Media as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Film, Television & New Media in Years 11 – 12, Creative Arts 11 – 12 and Media in years 7 – 10.

French Language (Cross-Institutional study through UNE)

Learning another language involves communicating in a way that is appropriate to the sociocultural context in which the language is used. It involves using language to comprehend and convey meaning. Learning languages contributes to and enriches students’ intellectual, educational, linguistic, personal, social and cultural development.

French can only be taken as a first teaching area.

It is vital that you check with the University of New England (UNE) with regard to the last day to enrol into cross institutional study for the relevant semester. You can view the courses for each of the UNE language major in the Bachelor of Languages program. You will need to complete the UNE Home Provider Endorsement form as part of your application.

Once you have completed the Home Provider Endorsement form please forward to Student Support, Faculty of Education, USQ Toowoomba for approval. Once approved, please then forward to UNE.

Students who are native French speakers should contact the program coordinator regarding required courses.

Language proficiency for LOTE teachers

For those teachers who want to be employed to teach a Language other than English with Education Queensland you must sit a LOTE proficiency assessment. This includes assessment of writing, listening/speaking and reading in the language. More information is available in the Guide to Completing the Application for Teacher Application Form and the LOTE Proficiency Assessment Overview guides available from the Department of Education, Training and Employment.

French as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach French as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: French in Years 7 - 12. You may also be asked to teach the language in primary schools.

Major only available

Geography (Distance: Cross-Institutional study through UNE)

Geography contributes to the content, cognitive processes, skills and values that it can promote to help to explore, understand and evaluate the social and environmental dimensions of the world. Geography evokes feelings for environments and people in environments covering themes such as managing the natural environment, people and development, social environments, and resources and environment.

Geography can only be taken as a first teaching area.

The Geography and Planning courses (GEPL) are only available externally through University of New England. Students should refer to the course offerings of the School of Human Environmental Studies – Geography and Planning for additional GEPL courses to those listed below which may be suitable for inclusion in a Geography major.

It is vital that you check with the University of New England with regard to the last day to enrol into cross institutional study for the relevant semester.

You can apply to UNE by completing the Home Provider Endorsement form available at Cross-Institutional and Non-Award Admission. Once you have completed the Home Provider Endorsement form please forward to Student Support, Faculty of Education, USQ Toowoomba for approval and then forward to UNE.

Geography as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Geography, as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Geography in Years 7 – 12; and in years 11-12 you may be asked to teach Study of Society or Social and Community Studies.

German Language (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

Learning another language involves communicating in a way that is appropriate to the sociocultural context in which the language is used. It involves using language to comprehend and convey meaning. Learning languages contributes to and enriches students’ intellectual, educational, linguistic, personal, social and cultural development.

German can only be taken as a first teaching area.

Students who are native German speakers should contact the program coordinator regarding required courses.

Language proficiency for LOTE teachers

For those teachers who want to be employed to teach a Language other than English with Education Queensland you must sit a LOTE proficiency assessment. This includes assessment of writing, listening/speaking and reading in the language. More information is available in the Guide to Completing the Application for Teacher Application Form and the LOTE Proficiency Assessment Overview guides available from the Department of Education, Training and Employment.Students wishing to teach German as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: German in Years 7 - 12. You may also be asked to teach the language in primary schools.

Students take the German strand within the following LAC courses.

Graphics (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

Graphics is a course that develops skills in interpreting, generating and creating graphical communication. Students experience a journey from planning to production in simulated real-world contexts.

This area is only available to those students with an industrial trade background.

Graphics as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Graphics as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses (Note: your trade qualifications will gain you some exemptions). At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Technology in Years 7 – 10, and in years 11-12 Graphics.

Health and Physical Education (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba, Distance)

Health and Physical Education focuses on the scientific bases of human movement including, anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology and sports psychology; skill acquisition and development; sociocultural underpinnings of sport and physical activity and the study of personal, social and community health and wellbeing from a socio-ecological perspective.

Within the BEDU Secondary program, HPE can only be studied as a first teaching area.

HPE as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach HPE as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: HPE in Years 7 – 10, and in Years 11-12 Physical Education. You may also be asked to teach Health Education and Recreation in years 11 – 12.

Indonesian Language (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

Learning another language involves communicating in a way that is appropriate to the sociocultural context in which the language is used. It involves using language to comprehend and convey meaning. Learning languages contributes to and enriches students’ intellectual, educational, linguistic, personal, social and cultural development.

Indonesian can only be taken as a first teaching area.

Students who are native Indonesian speakers should contact the program coordinator regarding required courses.

Language proficiency for LOTE teachers

For those teachers who want to be employed to teach a Language other than English with Education Queensland you must sit a LOTE proficiency assessment. This includes assessment of writing, listening/speaking and reading in the language. More information is available in the Guide to Completing the Application for Teacher Application Form and the LOTE Proficiency Assessment Overview guides available from the Department of Education, Training and Employment.

Indonesian as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Indonesian as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Indonesian in Years 7 - 12. You may also be asked to teach the language in primary schools.

Information Processing and Technology (IPT) (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

Information Processing and Technology (IPT) is a course of study that provides students with knowledge, skills, processes and understanding of information technology. It emphasises problem identification and solution rather than the use of specific applications, and is an intellectual discipline that involves a study of information systems, algorithms, software programming, human–computer interaction, and the social and ethical issues associated with the use of information technology.

IPT can only be taken as a first teaching area

IPT as a first teaching area

Students wishing to teach IPT as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Computing years 7 – 10; and in years 11 and 12 you would be expected to teach: IPT and ICT and perhaps ITS.

Information Technology Systems (ITS) (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

The subject Information Technology Systems (ITS) is a practical discipline which prepares students to meet these rapid changes and to respond to emerging technologies and trends. It provides students with the knowledge and skills used in the systems supporting IT. These systems range from those supporting the development of information, such as documents or websites, to those supporting technology, such as computers or networks.

ITS can only be taken as a first teaching area

ITS as a first teaching area

Students wishing to teach ITS as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Computing years 7 – 10; and in years 11 and 12 you would be expected to teach: ITS and ICT.

Japanese Language (Cross-Institutional study through UNE)

Learning another language involves communicating in a way that is appropriate to the sociocultural context in which the language is used. It involves using language to comprehend and convey meaning. Learning languages contributes to and enriches students’ intellectual, educational, linguistic, personal, social and cultural development.

Japanese can only be taken as a first teaching area.

It is vital that you check with the University of New England (UNE) with regard to the last day to enrol into cross institutional study for the relevant semester. You can view the courses for each of the UNE language major in the Bachelor of Languages program. You will need to complete the Home Provider Endorsement form as part of your application.

Once you have completed the Home Provider Endorsement form please forward to Student Support, Faculty of Education, USQ Toowoomba for approval. Once approved, please then forward to UNE.

Students who are native Japanese speakers should contact the program coordinator regarding required courses.

Language proficiency for LOTE teachers

For those teachers who want to be employed to teach a Language other than English with Education Queensland you must sit a LOTE proficiency assessment. This includes assessment of writing, listening/speaking and reading in the language. More information is available in the Guide to Completing the Application for Teacher Application Form and the LOTE Proficiency Assessment Overview guides available from the Department of Education, Training and Employment.

Japanese as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Japanese as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Japanese in Years 7 - 12. You may also be asked to teach the language in primary schools.

Junior History (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

The study of history is based on evidence derived from remains of the past. It is interpretative by nature, promotes debate and encourages thinking about human values, including present and future challenges. The process of historical inquiry develops transferable skills, such as the ability to ask relevant questions; critically analyze and interpret sources; consider context; respect and explain different perspectives; develop and substantiate interpretations, and communicate effectively. The content includes Australian History, Australia and the modern world, Ancient worlds, and the Modern world.

Junior history can be taken as a second teaching area

Junior history as a second teaching area

Students wishing to teach History as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach History in years 7 – 10.

Junior Science (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

The Australian Curriculum: Science provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of important science concepts and processes, the practices used to develop scientific knowledge, of science’s contribution to our culture and society, and its applications in our lives. The curriculum supports students to develop the scientific knowledge, understanding and skills to make informed decisions about local, national and global issues.

Junior Science can be taken as a second teaching area

Junior science as a second teaching area

Students wishing to teach Junior Science as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Science years 7 – 10.

Languages

Learning Languages Other than English (LOTE) provides an awareness and understanding of the nature and purpose of language in general, and thereby improves the use and understanding of English. It fosters cross-cultural understanding and develops a respect for people of other languages and cultures. The following languages are available either through USQ or by cross-institutional study at the University of New England: French, German, Indonesian, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese.

Languages can only be taken as a first teaching area.

For those teachers who want to teach a language other than English with Education Queensland, they must sit a LOTE proficiency assessment. This includes assessment of writing, listening/speaking and reading in the language. More information is available in the Guide to Completing the Application for Teacher Application Form and the LOTE Proficiency Assessment Overview guides available from the Department of Education, Training and Employment. .

Students wishing to teach a language as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Most schools would expect that you could teach your language from year 7 – 12 and possibly in primary schools also.

You must complete at least 2 courses at third or advanced level. Note: Languages can only be taken as a major. It is vital that you check with the University of New England (UNE) with regard to the last day to enrol into cross institutional study for the relevant semester.

You can view the courses for each of the UNE language major in the Bachelor of Languages program. You will need to complete the Home Provider Endorsement form as part of your application.

Once you have completed the Home Provider Endorsement form please forward to Student Support, Faculty of Education, USQ Toowoomba for approval. Once approved, please then forward to UNE.

Legal Studies (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba; Distance)

Responsible citizens should develop a basic understanding of the operation of our legal system in order to understand the interplay of ‘law in society’. Legal Studies provides basic legal knowledge and awareness of the range of regulatory laws (rules) and the procedures for empowering all stakeholders to contribute to, and participate in, responsible citizenship.

Legal Studies is only available as a second teaching area.

Students wishing to teach Legal Studies as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Legal Studies in years 11 and 12 and perhaps Business Education from years 8 – 10.

Legal Studies as a 2nd teaching area

Mathematics (On-campus: Toowoomba, Springfield [minor only]; Distance)

Mathematics is an integral part of a general education. It underpins science and technology, most industry, trade and commerce, social and economic planning and communication systems and is an essential component for effective participation in a rapidly changing society. The Australian Curriculum: Mathematics provides students with essential mathematical skills and knowledge in Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. It develops the numeracy capabilities that all students need in their personal, work and civic life, and provides the fundamentals on which mathematical specialities and professional applications of mathematics are built.

Mathematics can be taken as a first or second teaching area.

Mathematics as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Mathematics as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Mathematics years 7 – 10; and in years 11 and 12 you would be expected to teach: Maths A, B and C, Functional Maths, Pre-vocational Maths, and Literacy and Numeracy.

Mathematics as a 2nd teaching area

Students wishing to teach Mathematics as a 2nd teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 16 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Mathematics years 7 – 10; and in years 11 and 12 you could be expected to teach: Functional Maths and Pre-vocational Maths, and possibly Maths A and Literacy and Numeracy.

List of Undergraduate Mathematics & Statistics subjects available from USQ (see course spec for more details)

For more information contact: Dr Linda Galligan Mathematics Coordinator, Department of Mathematics & Computing (Linda.Galligan@usq.edu.au Phone: + 61 7 4631 2263)

Modern History (On-campus: Toowoomba, Distance)

The study of History, as an integral part of the Social Sciences, provides the knowledge necessary to understand the social, cultural, political and economic activities and institutions of society and their relationship with the natural environment from a historical perspective.

Modern History can only be taken as a first (major) teaching area.

Modern History as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Modern History as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: History in Years 7 – 10, and in Years 11-12 Modern History, Study of Society, and Social and Community studies.

Music (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

Music is an important part of cultural life. It makes a significant contribution to personal, social and cultural identities, it offers a unique form of self-expression and communication, and it assists beginning educators to understand people of different cultures. Fundamental to the study of music is the development of creativity and expressiveness, which goes hand in hand with fostering self-discipline, concentration, listening skills and fine-motor skills.

Music can only be taken as a first teaching area.

Whilst it is advantageous to have studied high school music or to have completed AMEB practical and/or theory/musicianship exams, students who have not undertaken such studies are not precluded from having this as a teaching area.

Music as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Music as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Music in Years 8 - 12 and Music extension from years 11-12 and Creative Arts in years 11 and 12.

Physics (On-campus: Toowoomba; Distance)

Physics is the fundamental science in that its principles are used to varying extents in other science disciplines. The study of Physics gives students a means of enhancing their understanding of the world around them, a way of achieving useful knowledge and skills, and a stepping stone for further study. It is more mathematical than other sciences and so beginning educators of Physics can expect to use concepts from mathematics subjects.

Physics as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Physics as a 1st teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Science years 7 – 10; and in years 11 and 12 you would be expected to teach: Physics, Science 21, Science and Science in practice.

Special Education (On-campus: Springfield, Toowoomba; Distance)

Students completing this teaching area will be qualified to teach in Special Education units within secondary schools as well as being qualified to provide learning and behaviour support in that setting.

Special Education can only be taken as a first teaching area.

Students undertaking this as a teaching area must complete another first (major) teaching area in another curriculum teaching area.

Special Education as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Special Education as a 1st teaching area must complete 7 courses in Special Education and 7 discipline courses in another major teaching area. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach or provide support for students in years 7 – 12.

Studies of Religion (Distance via cross institutional study)

When teaching in the Catholic or Lutheran sectors they normally require their teaching staff to have completed 4 courses in Religious Studies. In many schools Studies of Religion is offers as an OP eligible subject for years 11 and 12.

Studies of Religion can be taken as a first or second teaching area.

Completing 4 -6 courses in this area will provide you with a Minor or second teaching area and prepare you to teach general religious education in the sector but will not prepare you to teach the subject Studies of Religion.

Completing 7- 10 courses in this area will provide you with a Major or first teaching area and enable you to teach general religious education and Studies of Religion.

Courses can be taken via cross institutional study at Australian Catholic University and Australian Lutheran College.

Lutheran

Offered as a second teaching area only.

Studies are available on a cross-institutional basis from Australian Lutheran College (ALC) for students wishing to teach in Lutheran schools. Application can be made by completing the Application for admission: domestic coursework students form. Andrew Jaensch is happy to assist and can be contacted by phone +61 7 3623 7343 or email Andrew.Jaensch@acu.edu.au.

Catholic

Offered as a first and second teaching area in the secondary specialization or as a minor area of study area in the Primary specialisation.

Studies are available on a cross institutional basis from Australian Catholic University (ACU). Apply online for cross institutional study or contact the student centre on +61 7 3623 7136 there will be an XH form that has to be completed and then approved by Student Support in the Faculty of Education at USQ prior to you forwarding it to ACU.

Students wishing to teach in Catholic primary schools, where all primary teachers must be able to teach RE, teachers complete additional study either through their undergraduate program or within the first 2 years of employment.

Note: this pattern is for Primary and Early Childhood students only:

Note: Secondary students should follow the patterns below:

Religious Education as a second teaching area for the Secondary specialisation

Students wishing to teach Religious education as a 2nd teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in Catholic secondary schools it would be expected that you could teach: general religious education from years 7 – 12 and Religion and Ethics in years 11 – 12. You would not be eligible to teach Study of Religion in years 11 – 12.

If you wish to gain a Graduate Certificate in RE the ACU courses must be completed within your 4th year of studies. Contact the Program Coordinator for a personal enrolment pattern. The courses can be done prior to your final year however they will not contribute to the Graduate Certificate in RE.

Study of Religion as a first teaching area for the Secondary specialisation

Students wishing to teach Study of Religion as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: General religious education years 7 – 12, Study of Religion in years 11 and 12 and Religion and Ethics in years 11 and 12.

Studies are available on a cross institutional basis from Australian Catholic University (ACU) for students wishing to teach in Catholic schools. Apply online for cross-institutional study or contact the student centre on +61 7 3623 7136, there will be an XH form that has to be completed and then approved by USQ prior to you forwarding it to ACU.

If you wish to gain a Graduate Certificate in RE the ACU courses must be completed within your 4th year of studies. Contact the Program Coordinator for a personal enrolment pattern. The courses can be done prior to your final year however they will not contribute to the Graduate Certificate in RE

Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE) (On-campus: Toowoomba, Springfield; Distance) - No new enrolments

As teaching moves to a national curriculum, SOSE is being phased out as a teaching area. New students with an interest in this area should undertake a History or Geography or Economics discipline/teaching area not SOSE. Continuing students should if room remains also focus on History, Geography or Economics courses in their SOSE studies. A range of interrelated concepts associated with particular key values and processes underpins Studies of Society and Environment. These are drawn from areas such as History, Geography, Economics, Politics, Sociology, Anthropology, Law, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies, Asian Studies, Civics and Environmental Studies.

SOSE can only be taken as a minor or second teaching area.

For Continuing students who are undertaking a SOSE discipline/teaching area:

Tourism (Distance)

The tourism industry is an umbrella term used to describe those industries or business enterprises that provide goods and services to tourists and all types of travellers while they are travelling. The study area specification in Tourism has been designed to support the needs of entrants into the tourism industry, to provide an introduction to a broad understanding of tourism, and to develop the personal and interpersonal skills that underpin employment in the tourism industry. It examines the dynamic nature of global tourism and the broader social, cultural, ecological and economic implications of sustainable tourism. Tourism is a vocationally orientated subject and does not contribute to university entrance.

Tourism can only be taken as a second teaching area. It is requirement that you already have a Certificate I and II in Tourism if you are going to select this teaching area.

Tourism as a second (minor) teaching area

Students wishing to teach tourism as a second teaching area must complete a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 discipline studies courses. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Tourism in years 11 and 12.

Visual Arts (On-campus: Toowoomba)

Visual Art involves the production of artworks (making) and the appreciation of artworks (appraising) through the processes of researching, developing and resolving.

Visual Arts can only be taken as a first (major) teaching area and is taught on the Toowoomba campus only.

Note: the Contemporary Arts Practice courses 1-5 must be taken on-campus in Toowoomba. Each of these courses has a Studio Practice component which can only be taken on-campus in Toowoomba and which must be taken by secondary visual arts students. There is an alternative Arts Management component in these courses which does not require attendance on-campus, but this component is not to be taken by secondary visual arts specialisation students. Separate application, interview and folio is also required. Please contact the School of Creative Arts, phone: +61 7 4631 1121.

Visual Arts as a first (major) teaching area

Students wishing to teach Visual Arts as a first teaching area must complete a minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 discipline studies courses. At least 2 courses must be taken at second or third level. Once employed, in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: Visual Arts in Years 7 - 12 and Creative Arts in years 11 and 12.

Majors available

• Middle Years of Schooling

  In the Primary specialisation a Middle Years of Schooling pathway is available. Students who wish to focus on the Middle Years of School (Years 5-9) must take EDO3112 Middle Years 2 plus a total of six courses across two “teaching areas”, three in the first area and three in the second. These courses are taken in the place of seven electives in the Primary specialisation. Availability of these courses is subject to offers made by relevant Faculties/Institutions and course selection is subject to the approval of the specialisation coordinator.

  Students should refer to the Specific majors when choosing middle years teaching areas courses.

Elective courses

Students in some specialisations are able to study a number of elective courses, as follows:

There are a number of courses available to you including education courses from other specialisations, designated education elective courses, level 5 postgraduate courses from the Faculty of Education's postgraduate programs, and courses offered through other USQ Faculties.

Choose courses that are of interest to you and which might contribute to your personal and/or professional development.

Consider focusing your elective studies around one or two topic areas. From Education areas, you can develop a strong emphasis in:

• Health and Physical Education

• Special Education

• Middle Years Teaching

• Literacies

• Creative Arts

• Science

• Maths

You are also referred to the Faculty of Education Specific major(s) for advice.

You can undertake studies (subject to pre-requisites and other restrictions) through other USQ Faculties and the Minor Studies section of the Handbook which also outlines possible courses that can be taken as electives.

Secondary specialisation students can choose to use your elective as a 'top up' to one of their teaching areas (highly desirable) or as a stand alone course in an area of special interest and which is not necessarily related to discipline studies or education courses.

You are able to undertake courses from other BEd specialisations (excluding any courses with embedded professional experience)

In special circumstances, students may seek approval from the specialisation coordinator to undertake courses from other institutions as electives.

Practical experience

The Bachelor of Education program complies with all requirements of the Queensland College of Teachers in terms of the minimum number of supervised days mandated (80) and the total number of days of professional experience overall (100).

All students, domestic and international, must complete the majority of supervised professional experience in Australian Primary and/or Secondary school settings.

The professional experience components of the program are all tied to identified courses within each specialisation, so that students undertake a professional experience placement in a minimum of six of their eight semesters of full-time enrolment

Professional experience is an integral and embedded professional component of an academic course of study. It is a requirement to pass the professional experience in order to pass the course.

The school or educational site will agree to host a pre-service educator, under the supervision of a suitable mentor.

In order to undertake courses to which professional experience placements are attached at any stage in the program it is a requirement that students will have satisfactorily completed all professional experience courses in previous years in the program enrolment pattern. In the case of EDC4000 Professional Placement and Portfolio there is the additional requirement that students undertaking the placement in a Queensland school will need to have been granted an Internship Authorisation by the Queensland College of Teachers.

The Faculty of Education appoints a specific liaison staff member for every student and host school/site for every placement, with the critical role of being the key source of information, advice and support for all parties involved in the placement.

For further information, see http://www.usq.edu.au/education/professional-experience

IT requirements

Students must have reliable and ready access to email and the Internet. Broadband would be a significant advantage. See minimum computing standards

Other program requirements

In order to undertake the professional experience, and certain other activities with young people identified in various course specifications, it is required that Queensland-based students hold a current positive notice indicating that they are deemed suitable for working with children and young people. Further information about the “Blue Card” suitability process is available from the Commission for Children and Young People: see http://www.ccypcg.qld.gov.au/index.html

In order to complete the Bachelor of Education a student must complete 32 units of study, according to each specialisation’s pattern of required courses (core, shared and specialisation), plus electives or discipline studies.

Professional experience

All students, domestic and international, must complete the majority of supervised professional experience in Australian Primary and/or Secondary school settings.

Language Proficiency

All students, domestic and international, must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.5 or higher (with no subset of less than 7.0 in any of the four skills areas, and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening), either on entry to or on graduation from the program. For TOEFL and other equivalents, please refer to the University's English language requirements .

Related programs

There are two three-year programs embedded within two specialisations in the Bachelor of Education. Students who complete either of these three-year awards may elect to articulate directly into the fourth year of the Bachelor of Education within the relevant specialisation. These three-year degrees are as follows:

• Bachelor of Early Childhood

  Embedded within the 4-year B Ed (Early Childhood) degree there is a 3-year Bachelor of Early Childhood (BECH) award.

  The structure for the 3-year award is comprised exactly of the first three years of the B Ed (Early Childhood) 4-year program.

Exit points

The Bachelor of Education contains provision for three generic exit awards, as follows:

• Bachelor of General Education Studies (BGES) - available at the completion of 24 approved units;

• Associate Degree in Education Studies (DAES) - available at the completion of 16 approved units; and

• Diploma of Education Studies (DPES) - available at the completion of 8 approved units

Exemptions

Students may seek exemption from units on the basis of documented prior study at University level or equivalent qualifications and experience. Such applications will be considered on their merits in relation to the extent to which the documentation supplied by the student demonstrates a clear match with the objectives of the course for which the exemption is sought. Students applying for credit based on work experience should contact the Faculty of Education to obtain this specific form for completion. In relation to this general provision, two specialisations have particular circumstances that also apply:

• B Ed (Early Childhood)

  Students who have completed the Diploma or Advanced Diploma of Community Services (Children’s Services) or approved equivalent with a Registered Training Organisation may be eligible for up to 8 and 12 units exemption respectively.

Honours

Students in the Bachelor of Education undertaking the Early Childhood or Primary specialisation who are interested in Honours should refer to the Bachelor of Education (Honours). Entry normally requires a minimum GPA of 6.0

In this section:

• B Ed (Early Childhood) - recommended enrolment pattern
• B Ed (Primary) - recommended enrolment pattern
• B Ed (Secondary) - recommended enrolment pattern
• B Ed (Special Education) - recommended enrolment pattern
• BEd (Sport, Health & Physical Education) Primary - recommended enrolment pattern
• BEd (Sport, Health & Physical Education) Secondary - recommended enrolment pattern

B Ed (Early Childhood) - recommended enrolment pattern

Students should not deviate from this pattern without first discussing it with the Student Support Office or the Program Coordinator.

Students following a non-standard enrolment pattern should consult the course specifications section to ascertain if a course is offered in another semester..

Note: Minimum enrolment numbers apply to all courses. Should enrolments not meet the minimum number required, students may be transferred to a different mode or offering and advised of this change prior to semester start.

Note: The Early Childhood specialisation is available on-campus at Fraser Coast, Springfield and Toowoomba.

B Ed (Primary) - recommended enrolment pattern

Students should not deviate from this pattern without first discussing it with the Student Support Office or the Program Coordinator.

Students following a non-standard enrolment pattern should consult the course specifications section to ascertain if a course is offered in another semester..

Note: Minimum enrolment numbers apply to all courses. Should enrolments not meet the minimum number required, students may be transferred to a different mode or offering and advised of this change prior to semester start.

Note: The Primary specialisation is available on-campus at Fraser Coast, Springfield and Toowoomba.

B Ed (Secondary) - recommended enrolment pattern

For further information and guidance on teaching areas please refer to Specific major(s) for advice.

Students should not deviate from this pattern without first discussing it with the Student Support Office or the Program Coordinator.

Students following a non-standard enrolment pattern should consult the course specifications section to ascertain if a course is offered in another semester..

Note: Minimum enrolment numbers apply to all courses. Should enrolments not meet the minimum number required, students may be transferred to a different mode or offering and advised of this change prior to semester start.

Note: The Secondary specialisation is available on-campus at Fraser Coast, Springfield and Toowoomba.

B Ed (Special Education) - recommended enrolment pattern

Students should not deviate from this pattern without first discussing it with the Student Support Office or the Program Coordinator.

Students following a non-standard enrolment pattern should consult the course specifications section to ascertain if a course is offered in another semester..

Note: Minimum enrolment numbers apply to all courses. Should enrolments not meet the minimum number required, students may be transferred to a different mode or offering and advised of this change prior to semester start.

Note: The Special Education specialisation is available on-campus at Fraser Coast, Springfield and Toowoomba.

BEd (Sport, Health & Physical Education) Primary - recommended enrolment pattern

Students should not deviate from this pattern without first discussing it with the Student Support Office or the Program Coordinator.

Students following a non-standard enrolment pattern should consult the course specifications section to ascertain if a course is offered in another semester.

Note: Minimum enrolment numbers apply to all courses. Should enrolments not meet the minimum number required, students may be transferred to a different mode or offering and advised of this change prior to semester start.

Note: The Sport, Health & Physical Education (Primary) specialisation is available on-campus at Fraser Coast, Springfield and Toowoomba.