Bachelor of Special Education (Primary)/Bachelor of Disability Studies
Why study the Bachelor of Special Education (Primary)/Bachelor of Disability Studies at UNE?
The Bachelor of Special Education (Primary) / Bachelor of Disability Studies is an external, four-year, undergraduate, initial teacher education award for pre-service special education teachers. The Bachelor of Special Education (Primary) / Bachelor of Disability Studies is comprised of 32 semester-long, 6 credit point units and 120 days of professional experience, which can be completed in four calendar years in full-time study mode and in up to ten calendar years in part-time study mode. The Bachelor of Special Education (Primary) / Bachelor of Disability Studies enables candidates to specialise in special education and primary education, as well as enabling access to employment in the disability service sector.
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.
Note: Trimester 3 Off Campus: Part-time Only
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To prepare teachers to work in the special education field in an inclusive setting (local primary school), or a special class (within a local primary school or within a special school). In addition the capacity to work in the area of disability services as a programme coordinator, educator, supervisor and other fields covering community participation, recreation and leisure, accommodation, employment and day programs.
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DURATION
4 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR
77.10-77.152012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 3, Off Campus
How to Apply
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| Official Abbreviation | BSpecEd(Prim)/BDS | |||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||
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| 2011 ATAR | 77.10-77.15 | |||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 192 | |||||||||
| Benefits | In the area of disability services students will be able to: enhance the lives of people with disabilities by fostering excellence and professionalism in the support services workforce; promote dissemination of information and practice relevant to disability professionals; have self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas; coordinate work in the disability sector; and promote the physical and emotional well-being of people with disabilities. |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct 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: (a) be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy), and (b) if admitted on the basis of an Australian school-leaving qualification, have achieved a standard set by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee in English and Mathematics in that school leaving qualification. 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 and HSC Band 4 General Mathematics or completion of Mathematics or Extension Mathematics to an equivalent standard. Candidates who cannot demonstrate this level of attainment will be required to apply for admission into the Teacher Education Enabling Course and successfully complete one or both of the units ENGL001 and/or MATH122. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | There are 7 professional experience units (120 days in total) in the course. 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 | Scholarships have been offered by DET NSW in 2011 and may be available for 2012. The following website will provide details www.une.edu.au/bsebds |
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy), and
(b) if admitted on the basis of an Australian school-leaving qualification, have achieved a standard set by the Combined Degrees in Education Management Committee in English and Mathematics in that school leaving qualification.
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 and HSC Band 4 General Mathematics or completion of Mathematics or Extension Mathematics to an equivalent standard.. Candidates who cannot demonstrate this level of attainment will be required to apply for admission into the Teacher Education Enabling Course and successfully complete one or both of the units ENGL001 and/or MATH122.
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
To qualify for the award a candidate shall:
(a) complete core units to the value of 192 credit points;
(b) complete 120 days professional experience; and
(c) Candidates must complete ENGL001 and/or MATH122 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 and/or numeracy must provide evidence to be recognised that the requirements for the Teacher Education Enabling Course have been met.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete the program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 192 cps |
| 120 days Professional Experience | 0 cps |
| Total | 192 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Special Education (Primary)/Bachelor of Disability Studies.
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 and HSC Band 4 in General Mathematics or completion of Mathematics or Extension Mathematics to an equivalent standard or equivalent interstate attainment by the beginning of the third year of candidature will be excluded from the course.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.