Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching

About this course

The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching offered online or on campus by the University of New England (UNE) provides you with the education and training required to become a professional teacher.

Studying this double degree program, you will gain the skills and knowledge to be able to meet the challenges and requirements of working in education. You will be able to specialise in two curriculum areas, including drama, economics, English, modern history, modern languages and geography.

As a student of this course, you may be required to attend mandatory intensive schools for some units.

Eligibility

To gain entry into this course you will need an ATAR of 77.10–77.15.

Practical industry work experience

The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching includes a mandatory work experience placement to ensure that you graduate with a strong mix of practical work experience and academic foundation. The requirements of this course include 80 days of supervised professional work experience in approved schools of your choice.
All student teachers must also clear a Prohibited Employment Declaration and Probity Check.

Areas of study

In this combined arts/teaching program, you will study:

A total of 96 credit points from the following curriculum areas (each area is worth 36 credit points):

• Aboriginal studies (HSIE)
• Ancient history (HSIE)
• Drama
• Economics (HSIE)
• English
• Geography (HSIE)
• Modern history (HSIE)
• Modern languages
• Society and culture (HSIE)
• Studies in religion (HSIE)
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Core units:

• Aboriginal education
• Curriculum and the social context of schooling
• Literacies in context
• ICT in education
• Planning for effective learning
• Inclusive and special education
• Classroom behaviour management
• Teaching for cultural diversity – NESB students

Four or six units from the following curriculum subjects:

• Secondary education: Drama
• Secondary English: Theory and practice
• Secondary English: Literature and literacy
• Secondary English: Specialist curriculum studies
• Secondary English: Specialist literature studies
• Secondary education: Languages
• Secondary education: English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Secondary education: Society and environment curriculum
• Secondary education: Economics, commerce
• Secondary education: Geography
• Secondary education: History
• Secondary education: Society and culture
• Secondary education: Studies of religion
• Secondary education: Aboriginal studies

And four or six subjects from the Elective Teaching Units group.

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Finance options

You may be eligible to receive HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and/or Austudy/Abstudy for this course.

Student support

The University of New England has extensive support systems in place for its distance education students. With a long history in distance education they understand the unique needs of off-campus students and are ready to help when you have challenges.

You will be able to submit questions to your lecturers by email or phone, participate in online discussions and chat, and attend on-campus intensive schools. UNE’s web-based facilities allow you to submit assignments, order library books or check your grades at any time.

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How will this course advance my career?

Upon completion of this online Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching course, you will graduate with the professional skills and experience to qualify for employment in the teaching industry. You will have the practical training in teaching techniques and knowledge of the curriculum to teach effectively and successfully, in an area of great demand and even greater personal rewards.

How else will I benefit from this bachelor degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching from the University of New England.
• Available to study online, on campus or by flexible delivery (blended delivery options).
• Studying by distance/correspondence means you can study when and where you want, at your own pace.
• Financial assistance available through HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and Austudy/Abstudy.
• 80 days of industry work experience to boost your CV and career opportunities.
• Access to course materials provided, including online units, CD-ROMs, DVDs, textbooks and other reference material.
• Advanced standing may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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