Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Teaching
Why study the Bachelor of Information Technology/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.
This combined degree approach to becoming a secondary teacher gives you equal depth in the theory and practice of education, as well as excellence in the subject/s you will be teaching.
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; IT teacher
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
4 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
122009 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC.
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| Official Abbreviation | BInfoTech/BTeach | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| 2008 UAI | 75 | |||||||||||||||
| 2008 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 |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is two units of English and two units of Mathematics. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | The practicum or professional experience 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 framework developed within academic units. Each curriculum area has associated practicum requirements and the co-ordination of enrolment in such linked units is required. Students are required to complete 60 days of supervised professional experience. This time may be structured partly in a dispersed days pattern and as block practica of up to 4 weeks duration. Generally, off-campus candidates are permitted to undertake the practicum in approved schools of their own choice. 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 prior to their professional experience placement. 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 |
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| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Academic Colours |
violet (BCC 179) |
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| Further Information | 
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General
(a) The award shall be administered by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee.
2. Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Undergraduate Admission Rules).
3. Award of the Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements listed under Rule 4. shall be awarded the Bachelor of Information Technology/ Bachelor of Teaching.
4. Course Requirements for Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Teaching
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 Candidate must also demonstrate the equivalent of HSC English Stadard Band 4. Candidates who have not completed this special requirement prior to admission to the course will be required to satisfactorily demonstrate this literacy competency during specific units in the course or by successfully completing an apporved test in literacy or equivalent.
4.3. The Information Technology component of the combined degree shall total 96 credit points and comprise:
(a) 60 credit points from Group 1;
(b) 24 credit points from Group 2.
(c) 12 credit points form Group 3.
4.4. The Teaching component of the combined degree shall total 96 credit points including 60 days of practicum and comprise;
(a) 48 credit points from Group 4;
(b) 12 credit points from Group 5;
(c) 36 credit points from Group 6 with at least six credit points from each of Groups 6A, 6B and 6C;
(d) all units from Group 7.
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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 under the University General Rule 4.
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
AMTH 140 and 250 or MATH 101 or 120; COMP 100, 131, 132, 160, 280, 283, 284, 285
Group 2
COMP 303, 309, 311, 313, 315, 318, 319, 320, 323, 389, 391, 393 and 395; or any other unit approved by the Course Coordinator
Group 3
BIOL110, 120; CHEM 110, 120; GEOL110, 120; PHYS131, 132; STAT100; or any other unit approved by the Course Coordinator
Group 4 - Compulsory Teaching Units
EDCX400, EDCX401; EDEE400; EDLT400; EDSP400, EDSP422; EDUC403, EDUC414.
Group 5 - Curriculum Area Units
EDIT914, EDIT915 .
Group 6 - Elective Teaching Units
Group 6A:
EDCX410, EDCX423, EDCX455, EDCX447, EDCX435, EDCX466; EDUC410, EDUC428
Group 6B:
EDAE417; EDEE420, EDEE421; EDIT413, EDIT415; EDLA403; EDME411; EDME433; EDPE443, EDPE447; EDSE453; EDSS473, EDSS475.
Group 6C:
EDLT420; EDSP444
or any other unit approved by the Course Coordinator
Group 7:Professional Experience Units
PREX901, 902, 903