Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Teaching
Why study the Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Teaching at UNE?
Teaching is a rewarding career choice for those who enjoy being part of children's development. The professional skills learned will be valued by the community and will bring teachers into contact with people of all ages. Teachers are members of one of the largest professions of our society. The degree will give students the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to become a successful secondary teacher. Students are encouraged to be independent learners who are able to adapt efficiently and constructively to meet the changes which occur in the teaching profession.
Teacher Registration: Students should note that teacher registration requirements vary from state to state. UNE bases its degree structures on the NSW Institute of Teachers guidelines for teacher registration (website: http://www.nswteachers.nsw.edu.au/). It is the responsibility of each students to check their eligibility to teach with the relevant state authority (including students who intend to teach in NSW).
Career Opportunities
Secondary teacher; Music teacher
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DURATION
4 Years Full-time8 Years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
122008 STUDY OPTIONS
Not offered in 2008.How to Apply
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| Official Abbreviation | BMus/BTeach |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| 2007 UAI | 75 |
| 2007 OP | 12 |
| Fees | Commonwealth Supported Place |
| Total Credit Points | 192 |
| How to apply |
New students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC. For more information, click here
All other students apply directly to UNE using the undergraduate admission form. For more information, click here |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is two units of English and two units of Mathematics. |
| Additional Requirements | Prohibited Employment Declaration and Probity Checks: In response to the New South Wales Department of Education and Training's requirement to meet legal obligations in respect to the Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998 and the Child Protection (prohibited Employment) Act 1998, the Faculty of Education, Health and Professional Studies has guidelines regarding students undertaking field experience. All students are required to declare whether they are a prohibited person by completing a Prohibited Employment Declaration with their Enrolment Form. In addition, the New South Wales Department of Education and Training has introduced probity (criminal record) checks for all student teachers participating in unsupervised situations with school students. Education Queensland and ACT Department of Education require probity checks for all students undertaking any school experience in Queensland or ACT. Probity checks may be carried out prior to students undertaking any school experience. Candidates should be aware that they will be subject to probity checks on behalf of potential employers after completing the course and prior to receiving clearance to function as an independent classroom teacher. These requirements are subject to change. Current information and further information (including requirements for other states) can be obtained at: http://www.une.edu.au/education/profexp/letter-to-students.php |
| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | The professional experience or practicum is a pivotal part of any pre-service teacher education program. Experienced teachers within schools are selected to function as school-based educators of student teachers in supervising the practicum. Students are supported in not only developing essential teaching competencies, but also in thoughtfully combining those practical experiences with theoretical frameworks developed within academic units. Each secondary curriculum or method area has corequisite practicum requirements. Students are required to complete 60 days of supervised professional experience. This time may be structured partly in a dispersed days pattern (internals only) and as block practica of up to four weeks' duration. In addition, students will have the option to select an elective unit within their program which will provide them with an additional 20 days of professional experience. Generally, external candidates are permitted to undertake the practicum in an approved school of their own choice. |
| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
| Academic Colours |
violet (BCC 179) |
| Further Information | 
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1. General
(a) The award shall be administered by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee.
2. Admission to Candidature
2.1. A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Undergraduate Admission Rules) and:
(a) shall have achieved a level acceptable to the Head of Music in the 2-Unit or 3-Unit Music course in the NSW Higher School Certificate, or an equivalent examination approved by the school for this purpose, or shall pass a department entrance test within six months prior to the date of enrolment; and
(b) shall have on admission to the degree a performing standard equivalent to Grade 6 of the Australian Music Examinations Board; and
(c) shall undertake such other musical tests as the head of discipline may require.
2.2. Admission to candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the Head of Music.
3. Award of the Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements listed under Rule 3. shall be awarded the Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Teaching.
4. Course Requirements
4.1. To qualify for the award, a candidate shall pass 192 credit points as specified in Rules 4.2., 4.3. and 8.
4.2. The Music component of the combined degree shall total at least 96 credit points and comprise:
(a) at least 36 credit points from Group 1 in one Major stream, which includes not more than 12 credit points at 100 level and at least 12 credit points at 300 level;
(b) at least 24 credit points at 200/300 level from any stream not undertaken as the Major stream which may include a Minor sequence of units in one stream which includes not more than 12 credit points at 100 level and at least 12 credit points at 200/300 level;
(c) not more than 48 credit points at 100 level;
(d) all units from Group 2.
4.3. The Teaching component of the combined degree shall total at least 96 credit points and comprise:
(a) 12 credit points from Group 3;
(b) all units in Group 4;
(c) at least 36 credit points from Group 5 together with 60 days of Practica; and
(d) 18 credit points from Group 6.
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5. Period of Candidature
The maximum period of candidature shall be:
(a) five years as a full-time candidate;
(b) 10 years as a part-time candidate.
6. Progress and Conduct
(a) Failure in any professional experience component of the award or breaches of professional conduct requirements or unethical conduct during the practical experience component shall be deemed to be unsatisfactory progress.
(b) Refer to the University General Rule on Academic Progress.
7. Code of Ethics
Candidates are required to abide by the Code of Ethics for general contact with schools and professional experience as laid down by the school.
8. Units Offered
Group 1
Composition
MUSI 107, 108, 354, 355, 356, 357.
Ethnomusicology
ECTW 300; MUSI 101, 102, 330, 333, 358; THEA 302.
Musicology
ECTW 300; MUSI 101, 102, 331, 332, 358; THEA 302.
or any other unit approved by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee.
Group 2
MUSI 105, 106, 107, 108, 109; 333 or 358; 351, 353; or any other unit approved by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee.
Group 3
EDCX 230, 235, 246; EDSP 244; EDUC 293; PDAB 100, 101, 200, 201; PDPS 204, 208; or any other unit approved by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee.
Group 4
EDCX 348; EDIT 312; EDLT 485, 486; EDSP 380; or any other unit approved by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee.
Group 5—Curriculum Area
Practicum—ED 901, 902, 903; Music–EDAE 904, 905.
Group 6
ED 904; EDAE 307/407, 310, 312/412, 313/413, 315/415,316, 317, 401, 406, 410, 414; EDCX 309/409, 315/415, 330, 331/431, 335, 346/446, 349, 420, 422, 428, 442, 445, 447, 448. 476; EDEE 322, 323, 324, 325, 422, 423, 426, 428, 498; EDIT 411, 412, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417; EDLA 314/414, 316, 318/418; 329/429, 403, 407, 410; EDLT 381/481, 388/488, 470, 482, 483, 484, 487; EDME 333/433, 338/438, 434; EDPE 340/440, 342/442, 343/443, 344/444; EDSE 369, 464, 465, 466; EDSP 382, 385, 480; EDSS 473, 475; EDUC 402; HS 332; PDAB 302/402, 306/406; PDEC 400; PDPS 333/433, 360/460; or any other unit approved by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee.