| On Offer |
Yes |
| Award |
Bachelor of Education |
| Accepting Applications |
Applications have closed for Semester 1, 2013. Applications for
2014 will be available in August 2013. |
| Commences |
February 2014 |
| Classes Held |
Higher Education students can expect the majority of classes to
fall any time between 8:30 am and 6:30pm, Monday to Friday. The
timetable for Higher Education programs will be finalised when
offers are made. |
| Outline |
The 4 year Bachelor of Education program will prepare you as a
professional educator, providing a qualification to teach in
primary schools (P-6), or in primary and middle years of schooling
(P-10)*.
* P-10 strand offered at Mt Helen (Ballarat) campus
ONLY.
The program is comprised of Education Studies, Curriculum
Studies, Discipline Studies and Professional Experience. |
| Career Opportunities |
Mt Helen (Ballarat): Successful completion of the Bachelor of Education program qualifies you to teach students in the primary years (P-6), or primary and middle years of schooling (P-10).
MIT (Melbourne): Successful completion of the Bachelor of Education program qualifies you to teach students in the primary years (P-6). |
| Requirements |
The Bachelor of Education program consists of the following
courses:
Compulsory Courses:
- Language and Literacies
- Approaches to Teaching English
- Learning and Teaching Mathematics I, II & III
- Technology and Communities of Knowledge
- Health and Physical Education Curriculum
- Approaches to Teaching in the Arts
- Introduction to Science Education
- Social Education and Humanities Curriculum
- Perspectives on Curriculum and Education
- Assessment Data and Reporting
- Successful Learners*
- Australian History Curriculum
- Literacy Education in a Global World
- Indigenous Education
- Teacher as Researcher
- Professional Policy, Practise & Responsibility
- Practicum: Primary Classroom*
- Practicum - Diverse Context I*
- Practicum - Diverse Context II*
- Extended Practicum*
* These courses consist of a Professional Experience component
(minimum of 80 days throughout the four year program), where
students are required to travel throughout Victoria to attend
schools and other educational settings. Placements are arranged by
the Professional Experience Administrator in accordance with the
School of Education and Arts guidelines. Associated travel and
accommodation costs are the responsibility of the student.
DISCIPLINE COURSES
The P-6 sequence consists of four courses in one discipline area
of study and two courses in a second discipline area of study.
The P-10 sequence consists of two discipline areas of study with
four courses in each.
Mt Helen (Ballarat)
Discipline sequences offered for both P-6 and P-10 students:
Literature; Mathematics; General Science; Computing; History;
Sociology & Cultural studies.
Discipline sequences offered for P-6 students only: Psychology and
Health & Physical Education; Visual Arts
Discipline sequences offered for P-10 students only: Health
Please note: for P-10 students, the two discipline areas
undertaken will determine secondary teaching areas.
MIT (Melbourne)
Discipline sequences offered for P-6 students: Computing;
Literature; History; Sociology & Cultural Studies. |
| Content |
For further information regarding the Program Content for this program, please select the link below:
(Prep - 6) Literature
(Prep - 6) Psychology
(Prep - 6) Mathematics & General Science
(Prep - 6) Literature & History
(Prep - 6) Mathematics & Computing
(Prep - 10) Health & Mathematics
(Prep - 10) Cultural Studies & History
(Prep - 10) Literature & History
(Prep - 10) Sociology & History
(Prep - 10) Mathematics & Computing
(Prep - 6) Health and Physical Education
|
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 Domestic students are students who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent visa.
 International students are students who are not Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent visa. International students must pay overseas/international fees.
|
| UB Code |
TJ5 |
| VTAC Code |
Mt Helen: 37251, MIT: 37611 |
| Mid year entry |
No |
| Program Coordinator |
Dr Rob Davis |
| Credit Points |
480 |
| Duration (EFTSL) |
4 years |
| Contact Hours (per week) |
Approximately 15 contact hours per week |
| Objectives |
Successful completion of this program will give you the foundation, knowledge and skills to:
* Understand the learning needs of students as individuals and in groups, and know how to provide these students with enriching, stimulating and motivating learning environments that will cater for their diverse needs
* Understand and appreciate the broader contexts of education and other professional environments, and be aware of the complex issues associated with communities, schools, families and individuals
* Understand the curriculum requirements of schools, and be innovative and enterprising in creating learning environments
* Possess an understanding of yourself as a life-long learner within the teaching profession.
|
| Mode of Study - Length |
Four years full-time, or part-time equivalent |
| Location |
Mt Helen Campus (Ballarat)
MIT (Melbourne)
|
| Application Method |
Application is via VTAC at www.vtac.edu.au
Mid Year applicants and current UB students wishing to transfer to another UB program are required to complete the Direct Application for Admission (Internal Transfer) form.
To obtain a copy of this form, please visit
www.ballarat.edu.au/apply |
| Entry Requirements |
Successful completion of VCE including prerequisites of a minimum equivalent of Units 1 and 2 - General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (either); Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 25 in English (any); interstate or overseas equivalent.
Successful applicants are required to apply for a Working With Children Check (WWCC) card before commencing their program. A copy of the WWCC card must be supplied to the University prior to commencing professional experience placements. Information regarding the WWCC can be found at www.justice.vic.gov.au/workingwithchildren |
| Extra Requirements |
Non-VCE applicants who apply via VTAC must complete the VTAC Pi (personal information) form and submit this form to VTAC with their application. Non-VCE applicants who are required to attend an interview will be notified of the arrangements by telephone or mail. |
| Professional Recognition |
Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) |
| Pathways/Alternate Entry |
For relevant TAFE programs which provide a pathway into your
chosen Higher Education program, as well as credits you may receive
for studies from TAFE programs, visit our Pathways
website.
Advanced standing will be determined on a individual basis,
depending on eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience and
qualifications.
Opportunities may exist for students to progress into this program
after completing the Diploma of Children's Services or UB FAST
program. |
| Fees |
Please visit www.ballarat.edu.au/fees
to obtain further information regarding Indicative Program
Fees. |
| |
For further information regarding Commonwealth Supported Places and HECS-HELP please visit www.goingtouni.gov.au
For further information regarding student contributions for Commonwealth Supported Places please visit www.backingaustraliasfuture.gov.au |
| Other Study Costs |
For information on program fees and other study costs such as
accommodation and living costs, material fees, etc., please click
on the following link Study
Costs |
| Frequently Asked Questions |
Do I need to apply for a Working With Children Check
(WWCC)?
Yes, apply for the Volunteer WWCC
Is this an eligible program for the UB's Regional
Education Entry Program (REEP)?
Yes, the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education is eligible for
REEP entry |
| School/Department |
School of Education and Arts (Ref 09748) |
| Enquiries |
Tel: 5327 9000
Freecall: 1800 811 711
Email: info@ballarat.edu.au
Web: http://www.ballarat.edu.au/schools/education-and-arts |
| International Students |
This information may not apply to international students.
For further information contact:
International Student Programs
Tel: +61 1800 811 711
Email: international@ballarat.edu.au
Web: www.ballarat.edu.au/international-students |
|
 Domestic students are students who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent visa.
 International students are students who are not Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent visa. International students must pay overseas/international fees.
|
| Academic Entry Requirement |
To
access the Entry Requirements for this program click here. |
| English Language Requirement |
Overall IELTS band score of 7.5, with no less than 8.0 in
writing and speaking and no less than 7.0 in reading and
listening |
| VTAC (International) |
37253 |
| CRICOS Code |
040039J, 074416G (Melb) |
| Duration (International) |
4 years |
| Assessment (Internat.) |
Assignments, essays, class presentations, group work, portfolios
and possible exams |
| RPL and Credit Transfer |
International students wishing to apply for RPL and Credit Transfer are required to provide syllabus of previous study undertaken at time of applying for a program. Not all programs offer RPL and Credit Transfer. Contact the International Student Programs office at international@ballarat.edu.au |
| Objectives |
Successful completion of this program will give you the foundation, knowledge and skills to:
* Understand the learning needs of students as individuals and in groups, and know how to provide these students with enriching, stimulating and motivating learning environments that will cater for their diverse needs
* Understand and appreciate the broader contexts of education and other professional environments, and be aware of the complex issues associated with communities, schools, families and individuals
* Understand the curriculum requirements of schools, and be innovative and enterprising in creating learning environments
* Possess an understanding of yourself as a life-long learner within the teaching profession.
|
| Teaching Location (International Students) |
Mt Helen Campus |
| Application Method |
International students currently studying VCE in Victoria (Australia) are required to apply through VTAC. All other international students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees are required to apply through the University of Ballarat's International Student Programs office. All international students applying for Higher Degrees by Research are required to apply through Research Services. |
| Entry Requirements - International |
International students must meet the following basic entry
requirements (see below):
|
| |
Successful applicants are required to apply for a Working With Children Check (WWCC) card before commencing their program. A copy of the WWCC card must be supplied to the University prior to commencing professional experience placements. Information regarding the WWCC can be found at www.justice.vic.gov.au/workingwithchildren |
| Extra Requirements - Int |
There are no additional entry requirements to enter this program
other than the University Entry Requirements listed above. |
| Professional Recognition |
Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) |
| Other Providers |
N/A |
| Pathways (International) |
Please refer to the contact listed under 'Program Enquiries' |
| Partner Provider/s |
N/A |
| Other Study Costs |
For information on program fees and other study costs such as
accommodation and living costs, material fees, etc., please click
on the following link Study
Costs |
| Teaching Methods |
Usually three hours face to face teaching, per course, per week, which includes a lecture and tutorial or a seminar. |
| Teaching Resources |
Library and computing facilities |
| Frequently Asked Questions |
Do I need to apply for a Working With Children Check
(WWCC)?
Yes, apply for the Volunteer WWCC
Is this an eligible program for the UB's Regional
Education Entry Program (REEP)?
Yes, the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education is eligible for
REEP entry |
| Learning Facilities |
Lecture Theatres and Tutorial Rooms. Video and power-point facilities |
| Program Enquiries - International |
International Student Programs:
Tel: +61 3 5327 9018 Fax: +61 3 5327 9017
Email: international@ballarat.edu.au |
| School/Department |
School of Education and Arts (Ref 09748) |
|
| Further Information |
A range of student services, are available at most campuses. For further information on these services please call 1800 811 711.
The commencement of all programs is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
All information contained in this publication including the availability of programs and fees, is correct at the time of going to press as at the date above, however the University reserves the right to alter any program, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.
Employment Skills Summaries for Training Package qualifications can be downloaded from http://employabilityskills.training.com.au/ |
| Information correct as at |
29/Apr/2013 |
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