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Bachelor of Education (Primary)

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Overview

If you have an undergraduate degree and want to work in primary schools, this course will prepare you to teach.

In this degree you will study curriculum and teaching in primary school as well as key areas of learning such as mathematics, language, literacy and reading.

This postgraduate program will let you build on your existing knowledge to start a teaching or education career focusing on children from kindergarten to year six.

Key features

  • Use your existing study to start teaching sooner with this two year course.
  • Join the founding school of Macquarie University.
  • Work in schools as you study- put your skills into practice.

Minimum course duration

2 years

Location

North Ryde

Suitable for

If you have a degree and are interested in primary teaching, curriculum development and other educational careers.

Recent school leavers can choose the Bachelor of Arts with the degree of Bachelor of Education (Primary).

HECS Course fee

AUD $5,660.00 p.a. This is an Average Fee

Student amenities fee

Information on the Student services and amenities fee

Entry requirements

  • An undergraduate degree from a recognised university.
  • Prospective students will have their previous studies assessed against the NSW Institute of Teachers Key Learning Area content requirements. It is recommended that all intending applicants consult the NSWIT website to assess their eligibility before applying.

English language requirements

If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.

For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).

Work experience requirements

What you will study

General requirements Credit Points
Minimum number of credit points for the degree 72
Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above 42
Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above 27
Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below

Specific requirements

The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this degree

100 level Credit Points
Required either EDUC107 Introduction to Educational Studies
or both EDUC105 Education: The Psychological Context
and EDUC106 Education: The Social and Historical Context 3
200 level Credit Points
Required EDUC258 Mathematics in Schools 3
Required EDUC260 Language, Literacy and Learning 3
Required EDUC267 Introduction to Curriculum and Pedagogy 3
Required TEP248 Key Competencies in Inclusive Education 3
Required either EDUC262 Education: The Learner
or EDUC264 Education: The Policy Context 3
300 level Credit Points
Required EDUC371 Reading Acquisition in the Primary Classroom 3
Required TEP318 Curriculum and Teaching in Primary School 1 3
Required TEP319 Curriculum and Teaching in Primary School 2 3
Required TEP320 Curriculum and Teaching in Primary School 3 3
400 level Credit Points
Required TEP420 C Curriculum and Teaching in Primary School 6 3
Required TEP403 Professional Experience in Primary School I 3
Required TEP404 Professional Experience in Primary School II 3
Required TEP418 Curriculum and Teaching in Primary School 4 3
Required TEP419 Curriculum and Teaching in Primary School 5 3
Balance of credit points required (Electives) 27
Total credit points required to satisfy this degree 72

Notes

  • Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
  • The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
    For more information please read the courses disclaimer.

Careers

Career Opportunities

Graduates gain employment as primary teachers, educational researchers and educational advisors to government departments and other agencies.

Employers

  • Department of Education and Training
  • Non-government schools
  • Training agencies
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Contact us

Administrative Enquiries

Department of Education
T: +61 2 9850 8679, +61 2 9850 8704, +61 2 9850 8654
E: education@mq.edu.au
www.educ.mq.edu.au

Academic Enquiries

John De Nobile
Undergraduate Coordinator
T: +61 2 9850 8681
E: john.denobile@mq.edu.au
www.educ.mq.edu.au

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This course is NOT available for Session 2 2012


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