Program Overview
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) program at the University of Newcastle aims to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for a highly successful career in teaching. Graduates of this program will be able to seek employment as K-6 (Primary) teachers in and beyond the New South Wales Government, Catholic, and Independent school sectors.
Description
A good teacher can have a profound effect on a young person's outlook on education, their career aspirations, and life generally. If you have a real commitment to helping young people get the most out of their education, a passion for learning, rapport with people, and a sense of humor, then you will find teaching a truly rewarding professional career where you can make a difference.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities include:
- Primary school teacher
- Specialist teacher in primary school
- Special education
- English as a second language teacher
- Community educator
- Educational researcher
- Education publication writer or editor
- Education policy analyst
- Education consultant
- Curriculum developer
- Educational materials developer
- Curriculum evaluator
- Educational administrator
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, graduates will have:
- A broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
- Cognitive skills to review critically, analyze, consolidate, and synthesize knowledge
- Cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
- Cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgment in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
- Communication skills to present a clear, coherent, and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with initiative and judgment in planning, problem-solving, and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
- Become inspirational teachers who act professionally, ethically, and effectively
- Become insightful scholars who engage in rational enquiry into the theory and practice of education
- Become innovative leaders who play a constructive role in public discourse on education
Admission Requirements
Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme. The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission.
English Language Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. The requirements are:
- Listening: 8
- Overall minimum: 7.5
- Speaking: 8
- Sub-test minimum: 7
Post-Admission Requirements
Students must complete the following post-admission requirements:
- Anaphylaxis Training: Students must complete the ASCIA Anaphylaxis e-training Course
- Child Protection Awareness Training: Students must complete Child Protection Awareness Training and annual Child Protection Update training
- Working With Children Check: Students must obtain a Working with Children Check
Assumed Knowledge
English (any level) and Mathematics (any level)
Professional Accreditation
The program is accredited by the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA). Graduates of this accredited initial teacher education program will be eligible for registration with NESA.
Career-Ready Placements
This degree requires students to participate in placements in NSW Department of Education or other NSW school or service providers via the completion of teacher observations and small group participation, and 90 days of professional experience across three placements.
Program Requirements
The program requires the successful completion of a total of 330 units. Students are required to successfully complete:
- 280 units of Core Courses
- 40 units from the course list (with no more than 20 units at the 1000 level) chosen from ONE Discipline Depth Study Area
- 10 units of Electives
Program Structure
The program structure includes:
- Core Courses
- Course List: Choose 40 units from ONE of the following Discipline Depth Study areas
- Creative Arts
- Human Society and its Environment
- Mathematics
- Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
- Science and Technology
- Special Education
- Electives: Complete 10 units of electives to fulfill the requirements of the program
Transition Arrangements
2021 Revisions: Important Information for students who commenced in the program prior to 2021. Core Course Changes: EDUC4749 Advanced Numeracy Studies has been removed from the Core Course list and replaced with EDUC3055 Pedagogies of Numeracy from Birth to 12 Years.
AQF Level
The program is a Level 7 Bachelor Degree.
Additional Handbook Information
All students can access free academic skills and support provided by Academic Learning Support through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
Program Contacts
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Type
The program is a Single Program.
Study Level
The program is an Undergraduate program.
Program Schedule
The program is a Bachelor Degree (240).
Study Areas
The program is in the field of Education.
Units to Complete
Students must complete 330 units to fulfill the requirements of the program.
College
The program is offered by the College of Human and Social Futures.
Full-Time Duration
The full-time duration of the program is 4 years.
Maximum Time to Complete
The maximum time to complete the program is 10 years.
Term Type
The program is offered in Semesters.
CRICOS Code
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UAC Code
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Locations of Offer
The program is offered at the Callaghan Campus, Gosford, and Ourimbah.