Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Teaching

About this course

The Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Teaching offered online or on campus by the University of New England (UNE) provides you with the skills and training to launch your career as a music teacher.

UNE’s double degree in education and music is structured on the NSW Institute of Teachers' guidelines and will give you the opportunity to develop effective, adaptable skills and understanding in both teaching and music.

As a part of the education component of the curriculum, you will be required to undergo professional practical experience in a school of your choice.

Practical industry work experience

The Bachelor of Music/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 work experience during vacation periods.

All student teachers must also clear a Prohibited Employment Declaration and Probity Check.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this program:

• Have achieved a level acceptable to the Head of Music in Music 1 or Music 2 in the NSW Higher School Certificate or equivalent.

OR

• Pass a department entrance test in the six months prior to the date of enrolment.

AND

• Have a performing standard equivalent to Grade 6 of the Australian Music Examinations Board.

AND

• Be willing to undertake other musical tests as the head of discipline may require.

Areas of study

In this online education and music double degree, the subjects you will study include:

Core units:

• Fundamental music processes and structures
• Foundation studies in musical performance
• Foundation studies in music craft
• Foundations in music composition
• Concepts and approaches in the cultural study of music
• Asian musical traditions
• Western music aesthetics and analysis, 1789–1914
• The past is a foreign culture: Early European music
• Music and migration
• Composition/craft: Australian music
• Song and the voice
• 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
• Second music pedagogy Y7–10
• Second music ICT
• Secondary music pedagogy Y11–12
• Research-based secondary music pedagogy

Plus two from the following units:

• Notation and musical performance
• Improvisation and musical performance
• History, culture and musical performance
• Ensemble performance in music

Plus two from the following units:

• Composition/craft: Technology and music
• Composition/craft: Music, numbers and patterns
• Composition/craft: Music loops and sound producers

Plus four from the following units:

• History of Australian education
• Sociology of education
• Religion in Australia
• Education for sustainability
• Reflective practitioner
• Drama skills for secondary teachers
• Grammar and text types for the secondary classroom
• Social computing tools: Blogs, wikis and beyond
• Implementing ICT in schools
• Mathematical investigations for the middle years
• Health promotion in the schools and the community
• Secondary education sport supervision
• Science education in the middle years
• Local studies in social science
• Religious education
• Talent development in mixed ability classes
• Learning childhood and adolescence

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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 course, you will have the skills and training to apply your musical education and training to a classroom scenario. Through this double degree, you will learn how to be a flexible and resourceful teacher of music.

Your knowledge and training in music, coupled with your understanding of the requirements of teaching, will give you a well-rounded start to your teaching career.

How else will I benefit from this bachelor degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Bachelor of Music/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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