Bachelor of Education

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 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 who wants to upgrade your qualifications, or you want to work as a trainer within 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 Primary Education or Bachelor of  Early Childhood Education, or combined degrees of Bachelor of Education with a Bachelor of Arts, Business or Science.

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)
• 1 year full-time (or equivalent) of a degree (or equivalent) (on a 7-point scale) plus 2 years full-time (or equivalent) relevant work experience
• 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.

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 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability

Introductory/Foundation courses (3)

3 required introductory courses:
EDU100 Becoming a Teacher
EDU101 Learning about Learning
SCS130 Introduction to Indigenous Australia

Advanced courses (3)

3 required advanced courses:
EDU201 Language and Literacies in Education
EDU220 Curriculum A Middle Years 4-10: Pedagogies for New Times
EDU221 Curriculum B Middle Years 4-10: Assessment for Learning

Education major (8)

8 required courses:
EDU202 Dimensions of Learner Engagement
EDU303 Learning for Sustainability in Schools
EDU305 Human Development and Early Learning
EDU351 Alternative Schooling Pedagogies
EDU700 Professional Learning I
EDU702 Curriculum Development and Evaluation
EDU705 Leadership for Learning Communities
SCS230 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory

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

Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability

Introductory/Foundation courses (3)

3 required introductory courses:
EDU100 Becoming a Teacher
EDU101 Learning about Learning
SCS130 Introduction to Indigenous Australia

Advanced courses (3)

3 required advanced courses:
EDU201 Language and Literacies in Education
EDU220 Curriculum A Middle Years 4-10: Pedagogies for New Times
EDU221 Curriculum B Middle Years 4-10: Assessment for Learning

Education major (8)

8 required courses:
EDU202 Dimensions of Learner Engagement
EDU301 Vocational Education and Training: Philosophy and Practice
EDU302 E-Learning Leader
EDU303 Learning for Sustainability in Schools
EDU305 Human Development and Early Learning
EDU330 Senior Phase Curriculum
EDU340 Teaching Reading and Writing
EDU341 Teaching Mathematics
EDU343 The Diverse Learner across Early Childhood Contexts
EDU344 Leading in Early Childhood Contexts
EDU351 Alternative Schooling Pedagogies
EDU370 Policy, Processes and Professional Practices
EDU371 Contexts of Disability and Differences
EDU372 Responding to Difference: Programming Reporting and Assessment
EDU373 The Special Education Teacher in New Times

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:

Required introductory courses (3)

Required advanced courses (3)

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).

Why choose USC? 

It’s the best of both worlds. Students choose USC for its industry focused degrees, experienced academics, student support, overseas study opportunities and relaxed campus atmosphere.

Am I eligible for university study?

Find out what qualifications you need to apply for entry into your proposed study program. If you don’t have the required qualifications, there may be alternative pathways you can take to gain entry to USC.

If you have previously undertaken university or TAFE studies, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

If English is not your first language, you need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. This requirement applies to all students intending to study at the University.

How do I submit an application?

• Current Year 12 students—regardless of whether you are OP-eligible or not—apply for university using the Twelve to Tertiary (TTT) application service on the QTAC website
• Non-school leavers use the Apply by Web (ABW) online application service on the QTAC website
• Postgraduate applicants apply directly to USC
• International students apply directly to USC International
• All other applicants

When should I apply?

Check if the program is offered in Semester 1 and / or Semester 2, then follow the deadlines on the application calendar. The academic calendar provides all the key dates you need to know as a student at USC.

What happens next?

Accept your offer with QTAC (if applicable) and USC, enrol in your classes and attend Orientation.

Where can I ask more questions?

If you have more questions about how to apply:

• Online: find answers to commonly asked questions in the Student FAQs
• Email: information@usc.edu.au
• Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
• In person: Student Central, Building C

If you have questions about your program:

• Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering

As a USC student, you will need to refer to your study plan to enrol in the appropriate courses each semester or session.

Find out more about how to enrol or follow these steps:

1. Check the open enrolment dates and the academic calendar for key dates
2. Refer to your Study Plan to plan your courses for the study period
3. Find your courses and decide on your classes in the class timetable 
4. Log on to USC Central and enrol in courses and classes
5. Register your major or minor with your faculty (if applicable)
6. Apply for credit transfer or cross-institutional study (if applicable)
7. Pay required study fees by the fee due date

Useful links

• Getting Started Guide
• USC Central Guide
• Common enrolment problems
• Class timetables
• Academic Calendar
• Faculty major and minor offerings
• Student-related policies, plans and procedures
• Contact Student Administration

Where can I ask more questions?

If you have more questions about how to enrol:

• Online: Refer to the USC Central Guide 
• Email: information@usc.edu.au
• Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
• In person: Student Central, Building C

If you have questions about your program:

• Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering