Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching
Why study the Bachelor of Arts/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).
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
4 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
77.10-77.15 / 122011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
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| Official Abbreviation | BA/BTeach | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| 2010 ATAR | 77.10-77.15 | |||||||||||||||
| 2010 OP | 12 | |||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 192 | |||||||||||||||
| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC For more information, click here
New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways 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 | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is any two units of English. English Language Proficiency At least one of the following criteria must be met: A1. English is the applicant's first language; or A2. Satisfactory completion, no more than 5 years prior to the date of application for admission to UNE, of at least one year of full-time or equivalent full-time study at senior secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level in a country in which English is the primary official language or co-official language and in which English was the sole medium of instruction and assessment for the particular period of study claimed, resulting in an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) award or an award recognised by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR); or A3. Satisfactory completion, no more than 5 years prior to the date of application for admission to UNE, of at least one year of full-time or equivalent full-time study at senior secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level in an institution in which English is the sole medium of instruction and assessment for the particular period of study claimed, resulting in an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) award or an award recognised by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR); or A4. (a) An IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least a minimum overall score of 7.5 including a minimum result of 8.0 in both the speaking and listening modules and 7.0 in reading and writing; or (b) A Professional English Assessment for Teachers (PEAT) result of Band A in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing; or (c) An International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR) score of at least 4+ in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Band 4 Literacy Requirements Candidates must also demonstrate the equivalent of HSC Band 4 Standard English or English as a Second Language. Candidates who cannot demonstrate this level of attainment will be required to apply for admission into the Teacher Education Enabling Course and complete ENGL001. |
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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 a 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 80 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, external candidates are permitted to undertake the practicum in approved schools of their own choice. Prohibited Employment Declaration and Probity Checks: In response to the NSW 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 the ACT Department of Education require probity checks for all students undertaking any school experience in Queensland or the ACT. Students should be aware that they will be subject to criminal record checks on behalf of potential NSW employers after completing the course and prior to receiving clearance 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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Violet (BCC 179) |
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
English Language Proficiency
At least one of the following criteria must be met:
A1. English is the applicant's first language; or
A2. Satisfactory completion, no more than 5 years prior to the date of application for admission to UNE, of at least one year of full-time or equivalent full-time study at senior secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level in a country in which English is the primary official language or co-official language and in which English was the sole medium of instruction and assessment for the particular period of study claimed, resulting in an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) award or an award recognised by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR); or
A3. Satisfactory completion, no more than 5 years prior to the date of application for admission to UNE, of at least one year of full-time or equivalent full-time study at senior secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level in an institution in which English is the sole medium of instruction and assessment for the particular period of study claimed, resulting in an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) award or an award recognised by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR); or
A4. (a) An IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least a minimum overall score of 7.5 including a minimum result of 8.0 in both the speaking and listening modules and 7.0 in reading and writing; or
(b) A Professional English Assessment for Teachers (PEAT) result of Band A in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing; or
(c) An International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR) score of at least 4+ in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Band 4 Literacy Requirements
Candidates must also demonstrate the equivalent of HSC Band 4 Standard English or English as a Second Language. Candidates who cannot demonstrate this level of attainment will be required to apply for admission into the Teacher Education Enabling Course and complete ENGL001.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) four years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
1. To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 192 credit points.
2. Candidates must complete ENGL001 in the Teacher Education Enabling Course within the first two years of candidature.
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Candidates who have attained the required level of literacy must provide evidence to be recognised that the requirements for the Teacher Education Enabling Course have been met.
3. The Arts component of the combined degree shall total at least 96 credit points and comprises:
(a)(i) 36 credit points from Group 1 in one curriculum area as specified in Rule 3.( b), which includes not more than 12 credit points at 100 level and at least 12 credit points at 300 level; and
(ii) 36 credit points from Group 1 in a second curriculum area as specified in Rule 3.(b), which includes at least 12 credit points at 200/300 level; and
(iii) 24 credit points from Group 1 as specified in Rule 3.(b), which includes at least 12 credit points at 200/300 level; or
(iv) 24 credit points from Group 1 in any curriculum area as specified in Rule 3.
(b) Curriculum areas include: Aboriginal Studies; Drama; Economics; English; Geography; Ancient History; Modern History; Modern Languages; Society and Culture, including: Aboriginal Studies, Archaeology, Asian and Pacific Studies, Civics-Government-Politics, Philosophy, Psychology (one unit allowed), Religious Studies, Sociology; Studies in Religion and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
4. The Teaching component of the combined degree shall total 96 credit points including 80 days of professional experience and comprises:
(a) 48 credit points from Group 2;
(b) at least 24 credit points from Group 3 depending upon the number and combination of designated teaching areas/teaching specialisations; and
(c) at least 12 credit points from Group 4 depending upon the number and combination of designated teaching areas/teaching specialisations; or
(d) 48 credit points from Group 3;
(e) all units from Group 5.
5.(i) Candidates undertaking 24 credit points from Group 3 must complete 24 credit points from Group 4 including at least 6 credit points from each of Groups 4A, 4B and 4C; or
(ii) Candidates undertaking 36 credit points from Group 3 must complete 12 credit points from Group 4 including 6 credit points from Group 4A and six credit points from either Group 4B or 4C; or
(iii) Candidates undertaking 48 credit points from Group 3 complete no Group 4 electives.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Bachelor of Arts component: | |
| Two Curriculum Areas | 72 cps |
| Listed Units (chosen from curriculum areas) | 24 cps |
| Bachelor of Teaching component: | |
| Compulsory Teaching Units | 48 cps |
| 80 days Professional Experience | 0 cps |
| Curriculum Units | 24/36 cps |
| Listed Elective Teaching Units | 12/24 cps |
| Total | 192 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching.
Progress and Conduct
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 General Rule 4. Any candidate who has not demonstrated HSC Band 4 Standard English or English as a Second Language or equivalent interstate attainment by beginning of the third years of candidature will be excluded from the course.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.