Program intake suspended effective Semester 1, 2013 until end of Semester 2, 2013.
- Develop skills and knowledge for training and teaching in private industry
- Further professional development for accredited teachers, trainers and educators
- Note: This program does not accredit graduates for teacher registration in Queensland; and is not available to school leavers
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Education
Award abbreviation: BEd
QTAC code: 017101
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-15 / Rank-69
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Prerequisite: Completion of one year full-time of an undergraduate degree (or equivalent), with a minimum GPA of 4 from a recognised tertiary institution—refer to Entry requirements
Recommended prior study: English
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: ED301
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa
The Bachelor of Education offers a broad knowledge base for those interested in private industry training or teaching.
This program is suitable if you are seeking a non-school teaching career. You may be a registered teacher and want to upgrade your qualifications, or you want to work as a trainer in private industry, vocational education, or education consultancy. The program does not accredit graduates for teacher registration in Australian states.
To study to become a registered teacher, refer to the Bachelor of Education combined degrees, Bachelor of Primary Education or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.
Entry requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants must satisfy one of the following entry requirements:
- 1 year full-time (or equivalent) of a degree (or equivalent) with a minimum grade point average of 4 (on a 7-point scale)
- AQF Diploma (or equivalent) plus 1 year full-time (or equivalent) relevant work experience
- Incomplete VET and higher education studies (ie VET Certificate III through to postgraduate qualifications) that collectively equates to 2 years full-time (or equivalent) study with a minimum grade point average of 4 (on a 7-point scale) plus 3 years full-time (or equivalent) relevant work experience
- A trade certificate (or equivalent) plus 5 years full-time (or equivalent) relevant work experience
- Relevant study or informal training of a minimum of 2 years full-time (or equivalent)
Applicants may also be required to attend an interview.
Additional Entry Requirements
Please refer to the English Language Entry Requirements
Career opportunities
Private industry training or teaching, educational consultancy, community services, education policy development.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 24 courses which includes Core courses (2), 1 Education major (8), required courses (6), plus a major (8) in another discipline from any faculty or 2 minors (4) in another discipline from any faculty.
Program notes
- Graduates of this program will not be eligible for teacher registration in Queensland or any other state in Australia.
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Pathway A
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Dissertation
COR110 Communication and Thought
COR111 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
Introductory/Foundation courses (3)
3 required introductory courses:
EDU100 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
EDU101 Becoming a Teacher
SCS130 Learning about Learning
Advanced courses (3)
3 required advanced courses:
EDU201 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
EDU220 Language and Literacies in Education
EDU221 Curriculum A Middle Years 4-10: Pedagogies for New Times
Education major (8)
8 required courses:
EDU202 Curriculum B Middle Years 4-10: Assessment for Learning
EDU302 Communication and Thought
EDU303 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
EDU305 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
EDU340 Becoming a Teacher
EDU351 Learning about Learning
EDU371 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
SCS230 Language and Literacies in Education
Plus select any 8 courses from an area of interest across the University such as Science, English, Indonesian, or 4 courses from each of two areas of interest such as Mathematics, Physics or Civics
Pathway B
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
COR110 Curriculum B Middle Years 4-10: Assessment for Learning
COR111 Dimensions of Learner Engagement
Introductory/Foundation courses (3)
3 required introductory courses:
EDU100 E-Learning Leader
EDU101 Learning for Sustainability in Schools
SCS130 Human Development and Early Learning
Advanced courses (3)
3 required advanced courses:
EDU201 Teaching Reading and Writing
EDU220 Alternative Schooling Pedagogies
EDU221 Contexts of Disability and Differences
Education major (8)
8 required courses:
EDU107 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory
EDU202 Communication and Thought
EDU203 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
EDU204 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
EDU206 Becoming a Teacher
EDU207 Learning about Learning
EDU301 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
EDU302 Language and Literacies in Education
EDU303 Curriculum A Middle Years 4-10: Pedagogies for New Times
EDU305 Curriculum B Middle Years 4-10: Assessment for Learning
EDU309 Science and Sustainability in Primary Schools
EDU330 Dimensions of Learner Engagement
EDU331 Pedagogy, Play and Assessment
EDU332 Pedagogy of the Arts and Technology
EDU333 Sustainable Communities for Children and Families
EDU334 Guiding Play and Inquiry-based Learning
EDU335 Vocational Education and Training: Philosophy and Practice
EDU340 E-Learning Leader
EDU341 Learning for Sustainability in Schools
EDU342 Human Development and Early Learning
EDU343 Teaching Science in Primary Schools
EDU344 Senior Phase Curriculum
EDU351 Transition to School: Early Learning Environments and Curriculum
EDU371
Plus select any 8 courses from an area of interest across the University such as Science, English, Indonesian, or 4 courses from each of two areas of interest such as Mathematics, Physics or Civics.
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Education study plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Year 1
- Two (2) core courses
- Three (3) required introductory courses
- Three (3) required advanced courses:
EDU220 and EDU221 should be studied in Semester 2
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Contemporary Issues in Nutrition | |||
| COR110 Principles of Individual and Group Management | |||
| COR111 Epidemiology and Biostatistics |
Required introductory courses (3)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU100 Nutrition and Dietetic Practice Management | |||
| EDU101 Nutrition and Dietetic Practice | |||
| SCS130 Reading Course 1 |
Required advanced courses (3)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU201 Introduction to Research Concepts and Design | |||
| EDU220 Qualitative Research Methods | |||
| EDU221 Advanced Quantitative Research Methods |
Year 2
- Four (4) education major courses
- Four (4) elective courses:
These courses should be used to form either a major or 2 minors from any Faculty
Major courses (4)
Select 4 courses from your Education major study area
Elective courses (4)
Select 4 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 3
- Four (4) education major courses
- Four (4) elective courses:
These courses should be used to form either a major or 2 minors from any Faculty
Major courses (4)
Select 4 courses from your Education major study area
Elective courses (4)
Select 4 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).