Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Course Overview
Course Structure
The double degree course structure is based on 10 semesters (each of 12 weeks duration, plus an exam week), with four subjects taught in each semester. It comprises:
- 22 Core Subjects (220 credit points)
- 3 specialisations each from the separate awards (18 subjects - 180 credit points)
To qualify for award of the double degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education (Secondary) a candidate shall complete at least 400 credit points, including satisfactory completion of the core and specialisation subjects.
Entry Requirement
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| Academic Entry Requirements | Applicants admitted on the basis of their recent secondary education must demonstrate the completion of NSW Higher School Certificate with an ATAR of no less than 65 (or the completion of the interstate or overseas equivalent qualification and result) for admission into this course. This must include a minimum of three Band 5 HSC results, including one in English.
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| Language Requirement | |
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| IELTS Score (Minimum) | If English is not the applicant’s first language or if their first degree was awarded in a non-English speaking nation, they will be required to show proficiency in the IELTS (or equivalent). Such students admitted must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 6.5 (with no score below 6 in any of the four skills areas). |
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the double degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education (Secondary) may find employment in schools (faith-based, government and non-government schools), not-for-profit and mission-focused organisations, community service-orientated positions, and positions that require research skills, academic knowledge, practical experience and critical thinking. This includes careers such as:
- corporate trainers and development managers,
- curriculum consultants and developers,
- educational administrators,
- educational researchers,
- government policy advisers,
- community educators,
- education publication writers or editors,
- education policy analysts.
Internship or Work Placements
To meet the requirements of the Bachelor of Education (Secondary), all teacher education students will complete 4 subjects (40 credit points) of Professional Placement:
- EXP211 Professional Experience 1
- EXP212 Professional Experience 2
- EXP311 Professional Experience 3
- EXP312 Professional Experience 4
In addition, the pre-service teacher, once admitted into the course, may apply for a Clinical Teaching Module (CTM) placement. This is a mode of study that places the student, typically one day a week in a host school under a Host Coach(es), where they can practice their new skills and understanding without the pressures of assessment. They are encouraged to seek modifications to their subject assignments for their CTM context and so create synergy with their CTM commitment and their academic study.