Science/Education
Mid-year entry now open
The dual award degree program Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Education (BSC/BEd) is a four-year program for intending secondary school teachers.Students combine studies in Science or Mathematics with both theoretical and practical aspects of education. From the second year of the program, students develop skills in classroom competence and spend 60 days working in a variety of school contexts, including supervised teaching practice in at least two different secondary schools.
Honours
High achieving BEd students may apply for entry to Honours. Honours is an additional year of study (two years part-time) which allows a student to further explore the field of Education. It involves seminars and the completion of a thesis. For more information on our honours program please click here.
Career Opportunities
The Education program at UNSW prepares graduates to pursue a career in secondary school teaching in New South Wales, Australia and overseas. Other career options include policy development and leadership within schools or supervisory, corporate training, customer relations and managerial roles in a variety of industries.
Professional Experience
Teaching practice is undertaken in at least two different secondary schools under the supervision of experienced teachers, and is complemented by an innovative program of community engagement. Students must be available five days a week during normal school hours during these periods. Click here for more information about Professional Experience at UNSW.
English Language Requirements
Proficiency in English is essential in all Education courses. It is expected that all applicants will have a Higher School Certificate minimum Band 4 in Standard English, English as a Second Language or Advanced English, or an overall IELTS score of 7.5, with a minimum of 8.0 in Speaking and Listening and a minimum of 7.0 in Reading and Writing, or the equivalent.
Program Information
| Program Convenor | Dr Slava Kalyuga |
| UNSW Program Code | 4076 |
| UAC Code | 422003 |
| Program Duration | 4 years |
| Units of Credit | 192 UOC |
| Program Structure | See handbook details below |
| Location | UNSW Kensington Campus |
| Commencement | Semester 1,2012 |
| How to Apply | Apply online at www.uac.edu.au |
| Fees | Click here for more information |
| Information for International Students | www.international.unsw.edu.au |
UNSW Handbook Information
Science at UNSW
> Ranked No. 1 in ‘Excellence' for teaching and learning (Federal government 2009 Learning and Teaching Performance Fund)
> Student population of nearly 8000
> Over 250 university partnerships
> Strong linkages with industry, commerce and the professions (nationally and internationally)
> Leader in research
www.science.unsw.edu.au
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