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Located in the heart of one of Australia’s fastest growing economic regions, Western Sydney University offers unlimited potential to students with the talent, drive and ambition to succeed. Western Sydney is an exciting place to be. As the nation’s third largest economy, and one of the fastest growing population and employment centres, it is an increasingly important, dynamic and culturally diverse hub of business, industry and innovation. With a large multicultural population of more than two million people from 170 nations, Western Sydney’s global links are creating unlimited opportunities for international business, investment, education and cultural exchange. Ranked amongst the top two per cent of universities in the world, Western Sydney University values academic excellence, integrity and the pursuit of knowledge. We are globally focused, research led and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we engage with. Your success starts here.
TRUE TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 REW WESTERN’S HSC TRUE REWARD EARLY OFFER PROGRAM. WE SEE THE AWESOME IN YOU. Most people are good at something. What’s your passion? Do you excel at English literature? Are you a mental mathematician? An advocate for social justice? A designer extraordinaire? Do you breathe foreign languages? It’s important to acknowledge and play to your strengths because, ultimately, your strengths will determine your future. This is the premise behind Western Sydney University’s HSC True Reward - a unique early offer program that recognises the strengths of each individual. True Reward offers you a place at Western before you receive your ATAR, on the basis of relevant HSC subject results. Why? Because at Western we recognise that too often, the ATAR system overlooks natural strengths and talent. At Western, we see the awesome in you. We recognise that you are much more than your ATAR. True Reward focuses on the scores that reflect your strong points. True Reward is a better system. It’s a more equitable system. It’s a system that makes sense. True Reward acknowledges the idea that if you’re good at something, you’re just what Western is looking for. Find out more about True Reward and how to apply – visit westernsydney.edu.au/hsctruereward 4 Western Sydney University
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 ≥ BE THE TEACHER ≥ BALANCE STUDY, THEY REMEMBER WORK AND FAMILY We all had that one teacher who made a Our student-friendly timetabling and difference in our education. That teacher who teaching approaches take full advantage influenced us beyond just the subject matter. of your time on campus and provide At Western Sydney University we know the you with the flexibility to balance your value a great teacher brings to the classroom study, work and family commitments. as well as the challenges you’ll face. That’s why we’ve built our Teaching degrees around giving you practical tools to provide ≥ FAST TRACK YOUR SUCCESS inspiration and direction to your students. Refine your skills with further courses, such as programs in Leadership, STEM, Inclusive Education and Social Ecology. ≥ MAKE A DIFFERENCE We also offer doctoral research programs, Our teaching degrees will give you the skills which will help you fast track into higher you need to make a positive difference to degrees of success in your career. individuals and the wider world. You can work with people of all ages and backgrounds, helping their growth and development and, ≥ ALREADY COMPLETED ultimately, improving social and educational A DEGREE? standards across society. Our courses A teaching qualification is the bridge to have a strong social justice focus, aimed at a clear career path where you can use improving educational outcomes for students those specialist skills and knowledge from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. to help educate tomorrow’s citizens. ≥ BE CLASSROOM-READY ≥ CONTEMPORARY Our teaching courses are designed to CURRICULUM BASED help you enter the classroom ready to teach, offering a strong balance of theory ON BEST PRACTICE and practical skills to help you adapt to When developing our programs, we any new challenges and complexities. undertook extensive research into the changing environment of teaching and The practical experience you will gain education, not only in Australia, but also in our teaching program will give you world wide, to help produce the best the confidence you need to excel educators of today and the future. from your first day as a teacher. ≥ LIVELY LEARNING ≥ THE SMART PATH ENVIRONMENT TO TEACHING With campuses spread across Western In a fast-changing world, tomorrow belongs Sydney, the University is one of Sydney’s to people who are ready for anything. most accessible metropolitan universities. We’ll train you to be a critical thinker, not Each of our campuses is directly linked to a narrow specialist. Take your pick from a the community and reflects the cultural huge range of subject majors, like English diversity, energy and growth of the region. Literature, Sociology, Philosophy, History, Facilities vary from campus to campus Mathematics and Geography. Learn from and include libraries, gyms, computer an interdisciplinary team of academics laboratories, wireless internet, cafes, with real-world experience. Be prepared to bars, tennis courts, and open space! fulfil your unlimited potential. A Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching) degree from Western is the stepping stone to earning ≥ FREE DIGITAL TEXTBOOKS your Master of Teaching. If you want to Western was the first university to provide all become an inspiring early childhood, primary the digital textbooks for your first year units or secondary teacher, this degree will kick- for free. We are pleased to be offering the start your journey. Plus it will give you the benefit of free digital textbooks for first year skills you need to explore your prospects units to students once again in 2019! That’s beyond the classroom in other careers. up to $800 in value. Why? Because money shouldn’t stand between you and opportunity. Discover more about free digital textbooks at westernsydney.edu.au/textbooks westernsydney.edu.au 7
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Future thinking. Unlimited possibilities. The Academy at Western Sydney University. Success is not just about The Academy at Western Sydney ≥ unprecedented opportunities for University offers advanced industry and real-life experience getting a degree, but also degrees that prepare you to thrive developing the critical in the face of change and seize ≥ world-class research, researchers, teachers, thinking and leadership success at every opportunity. experts and innovation labs Whether your dream is to achieve skills to support a as a professional, an entrepreneur ≥ travel to national and successful career. or an academic, you will learn to international leadership think differently and creatively experiences and conferences It’s about learning skills in whatever you do. for your chosen life, not The Academy offers high- ≥ a range of professional and personal development just a job. achieving students a unique, workshops hands-on approach to learning in an interdisciplinary environment. ≥ internship, service learning and Led by Professor Jonathon Allen, volunteering opportunities The Academy draws on the unique experience of leading thinkers, ≥ personalised career planning social change agents, community ≥ mentorship programs leaders, and high-achieving students both past and present. ≥ applied leadership experience in student-led, community-focused With a focus on ethical leadership projects. and critical thinking, built on the pillars of academic rigour, Visit westernsydney.edu.au/ community engagement, and theacademy for more information. professional and personal development, The Academy offers students access to: The Academy 8 Western Sydney University
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TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Early Childhood Education Our innovative and future-oriented pathway DIFFERENT PATHWAYS Alternatively, with an additional six degree programs are unique in the early months of study, you can graduate with a childhood education sector. They are AND CHOICES Master of Teaching (Birth–12 Years), which designed to meet emerging trends of the We are proud to offer two degree pathways provides you with a dual early childhood 21st century and the expansion of early for the early childhood professionals who and primary teaching qualification. childhood services for children and their will provide 21st century leadership. families. Our courses provide graduates with These qualifications give you a comprehensive the professional qualifications necessary The unique consecutive combination of an understanding of the current curriculum for them to be successful practitioners in undergraduate Arts degree and postgraduate and policy context of early childhood and early childhood settings and schools. teaching qualification will prepare you for a primary teaching, which will allow you to rewarding career in early childhood teaching accelerate quickly through your early career or early childhood and primary teaching. into higher-level teaching and directing positions. And with a combined degree, you will always maintain that edge. FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS AND NON-CURRENT If you are intending to seek employment as SCHOOL LEAVERS a teacher in prior-to-school and/or school settings, you must complete the Master of By successfully completing the undergraduate Teaching in addition to the Bachelor of Arts. Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years) degree, you will achieve advanced standing on successful FOR GRADUATES OF entry into the Masters program, so you can THE DIPLOMA OF graduate in as little as one year after the completion of your undergraduate degree CHILDREN’S SERVICES with a Master of Teaching (Birth–5 Years) Students with a Diploma of Children’s Services as a qualified early childhood teacher. or equivalent receive six months of advanced standing in the areas of Education and Early Childhood Studies, and can complete the Bachelor of Arts in two and a half years. 12 Western Sydney University
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Bachelor of Arts COURSE UAC CODE CRICOS CODE WS CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR (Pathway to B Arts (Pathway to 729017 086119G 1708 March/July Bankstown 3F/EqP 81.40 Teaching Birth– Teaching Birth–5 Years/ 729018 086119G 1708 March/July Parramatta 3F/EqP 80.55 Birth–12 Years) 729019 086119G 1708 March/July Penrith 3F/EqP 80.00 5 Years/Birth– B Arts (Pathway to 729022 086119G 1708 March/July Bankstown 2.5F/EqP N/A 12 Years) Teaching Birth–5 Years/ 729023 086119G 1708 March/July Parramatta 2.5F/EqP N/A Birth–12 Years) Diploma Pathway 729024 086119G 1708 March/July Penrith 2.5F/EqP N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternate entry; EqP = equivalent part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. The total duration of the pathway is shown above. The M Teaching component is only offered at the Bankstown campus. The three-year Bachelor of Arts (Pathway ADVANCED STANDING For further details on other courses, please to Teaching Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years) refer to the relevant Area of Study brochures If you have a Diploma of Children’s Services, component of this program is offered or visit westernsydney.edu.au/future you are eligible to apply for advance standing at Penrith, Parramatta and Bankstown for four units in the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway campuses. The postgraduate degree into CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES to Teaching Birth-5 Years/Birth-12 Years), which this Bachelor degree leads, the Master enabling you to complete the Arts degree in To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (Pathway of Teaching (Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years), is two and a half years full time. to Teaching Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years), offered only at Bankstown. you will be required to complete 24 units. The Completing the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway units within the Bachelor of Arts component PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE to Teaching Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years), may include: Analytical Reading and Writing; will provide you with advanced standing Professional experience placements in Contemporary Society; Texts and Traditions; in the Masters degree, allowing you to early childhood settings such as long and Australia and the World. complete your Master of Teaching (Birth–5 day care and preschool occur in the Years) in one-and-a-half years, or one year in You will also be required to complete a M Teaching (Birth–5 Years). Placements in accelerated pattern, to qualify to teach in long major in an Arts area, and a mandatory early childhood settings and primary school day care and preschool. Alternatively, you can eight-unit major in Education Studies occur in the M Teaching (Birth–12 Years). also complete the Master of Teaching (Birth–12 and 20 credit points of Education Studies Years) in two years or one and a half years in core units and a teaching specialisation in accelerated mode, to qualify to teach primary either English or Mathematics. Units in the school from kindergarten to year 6, as well as Education major may include: Contemporary early childhood. Childhoods; Ethical Futures plus others. TRANSITION TO TEACHING Please note that not all units are offered on all campuses, and that units on offer may If you study the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to vary from year to year. Teaching Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years) you can transition into the Master of Teaching (Birth–5 The pathway degree is structured so that you Years/Birth–12 Years) program when you: complete the Education Studies major, which ≥ successfully complete your Bachelor of allows you advanced standing if you choose Arts degree to undertake a Master of Teaching (Birth–5 ≥ complete eight units in the Education Years/Birth–12 Years). Studies major, including four units for which you will gain advanced standing in For detailed information about the the Master of Teaching (Birth–5 Years/ course structure and units, visit Birth–12 Years) and 20 credit points westernsydney.edu.au/future of Education Studies Core units and a teaching specialisation in either English or CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Mathematics) ≥ complete a process to assess the As a graduate of this pathway you can demonstration of your suitability for establish a career in education in child teaching. and family support services, education policy, curriculum development and Alternatively, you can study any administration. The pathway course undergraduate course, choosing from areas of articulates with the Master of Teaching study including Arts, Social Science, Business, (Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years) after which Psychology, Science, Engineering and more. you can obtain a teaching qualification You can use your electives to select some for prior-to-school and primary school. units from the Education Studies major or Early Childhood Studies sub-major, and then apply through UAC to study the Master of Teaching (Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years). westernsydney.edu.au 13
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Master of Teaching COURSE UAC CRICOS CODE CODE WS CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR (Birth–5 Years/ M Teaching (Birth–5 950904 071442G 1783 March/July Bankstown 1A–2.5F (Birth–5 N/A Birth–12 Years) Years/Birth–12 Years) Years); 1.5A–2.5F (Birth–12 Years) Key: M = Master of; A = Accelerated; F = Full-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternate entry. CORE UNITS The Master of Teaching (Birth-5 Years) and Master of Teaching (Birth-12 Years) are also As there are no electives in the Master of recognised by the Australian Children’s Teaching (Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years) Education and Care Quality Authority for early course, all units are core. To graduate, you will childhood teaching. need to complete 16 units for the Master of Teaching (Birth–5 Years) or 20 units for the Master of Teaching (Birth–12 Years). TRANSITION TO TEACHING If you study the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Units include: Diverse Literacies; Children, Teaching Birth–5 Years/Birth–12 Years), you Families, Communities; and Creative Teaching transition into the Master of Teaching (Birth–5 and Learning. You will complete professional Years/Birth–12 Years) when you complete experience placements in a range of your Bachelor of Arts with the recommended educational settings. study pattern. You will receive four units of Advanced Standing in the Master of Teaching The Master of Teaching (Birth-5 Years/Birth- degree. 12 Years) provides you with the curriculum knowledge and skills to be an effective early childhood and primary school teacher. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES You will have the option of graduating with For detailed information about the a Master of Teaching (Birth–5 Years) as a course structure and units, visit qualified early childhood teacher. This opens westernsydney.edu.au/future career opportunities in a range of prior-to- school settings, such as preschool, long day PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE care and integrated child and family services. You will undertake professional experience Alternatively, you can graduate with a Master and other field experiences in a variety of of Teaching (Birth–12 Years), which qualifies early childhood and primary school settings. you to teach in prior-to-school services and primary schools. A literacy and numeracy task is required at the commencement of your course and a POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS literacy and numeracy test is required prior Taken as additional study following your initial to the school placement for Professional teaching qualification, a Master of Inclusive Experience K-6. Education gives you a second teaching qualification in an area of high demand. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION This degree allows you to work as a special The Master of Teaching (Birth-12 Years) is educator in early intervention (if you have a professionally accredited with the NSW Birth-5 teaching qualification) or primary and Education Standards Authority. If you secondary (if you have either a primary or have an undergraduate degree other than secondary teaching qualification). the BA pathway degree, you are advised to check the appropriateness of your You may also consider additional study undergraduate studies for your employment in the Masters programs in Leadership, as a teacher in NSW with the subject content Management, TESOL, Social Ecology, primary requirements for primary teaching on Mathematics, primary Science and STEM. the NSW Education Standards Authority website (educationstandards.nsw.edu.au). A formal assessment of your undergraduate degree will be completed upon receipt of your application for a place in the Master of Teaching (Birth-5 Years/Birth-12 Years). Nicole Vella BACHELOR OF ARTS (PATHWAY TO TEACHING BIRTH–12 YEARS) “I decided to come to Western Sydney University due to the pathways course. It was very appealing as I can complete a Masters degree in just four and a half years. I also love that there are so many modern study areas on campus.” 14 Western Sydney University
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Primary Education Primary school teaching can offer enormously Alternatively, if you already have an Alternatively, you can study any Western rich and varied work and life experiences. Not undergraduate degree with appropriate Sydney University undergraduate course, only are you likely to encounter children from units, you can also apply to do the Master of choosing from areas of study including many cultures, the professional environment Teaching (Primary) as a postgraduate degree. Arts, Social Science, Business, Psychology, is also diverse. Science, Engineering and more. You can Please contact our Course Information Centre use your electives to select some units Within any given school, teachers from a wide on 1300 897 669 for more details. from the Education Studies major, and range of backgrounds work together with the then apply through UAC to study the common purpose of helping children get the TRANSITION TO TEACHING Master of Teaching (Primary). For further best possible start in life. details on other courses, please refer to If you study the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway the relevant Area of Study brochures or You can turn a degree like a Bachelor of to Teaching Primary) or the Bachelor of visit westernsydney.edu.au/future Arts and Bachelor of Science into a primary Science (Pathway to Primary), you can teaching qualification with a clear career transition into the Master of Teaching For more information, see the Bachelor of destination in sight. Your combined degree, (Primary) program when you: Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) on page with a Master of Teaching qualification, gives ≥≥ successfully complete your undergraduate 16, see the Bachelor of Science (Pathway to you the inside running in your career, and degree with a pass average during your Secondary/Primary) on page 20, or the Master may help you to achieve promotions and studies at the University of Teaching (Primary) on page 17. leadership positions more speedily. ≥≥ complete eight units in the Education Studies – Primary Teaching specialisation in either English, Mathematics, or Science, DIFFERENT PATHWAYS AND CHOICES including four units for which you will gain At Western Sydney University, our advanced standing in the Master of Teaching pathway to primary teaching begins with (Primary) if studying the Bachelor of Arts an undergraduate degree, providing a (Pathway to Teaching Primary) broad educational qualification and strong OR academic preparation in a number of the complete four units in the Education key areas of the primary curriculum. The Studies sub-major if studying the Bachelor undergraduate degree is followed by a of Science (Pathway to Teaching Primary). Master of Teaching course, which provides ≥≥ complete a process to assess the professional preparation for primary teaching. demonstration of your suitability If you accelerate your study, then the Master for teaching. of Teaching can take as little as one or one- and-a-half years to complete after your undergraduate degree. For those dedicated to a primary teaching program from the start of their studies, a pathway is available through the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary). You will complete an Education - Primary Teaching Specialisation in either English, Mathematics, or Science during the three years of your Bachelor studies, and then progress to the Master of Teaching (Primary). In the Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Primary), you will complete an Education Studies sub-major. By completing an undergraduate pathway degree, you will fast track your teaching qualification. westernsydney.edu.au 15
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Bachelor of Arts COURSE UAC CODE CRICOS CODE WS CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR (Pathway to B Arts (Pathway to 729000 061012B 1651 March/July Bankstown 3F/6P 81.85 Teaching Primary) Teaching Primary) 729004 061012B 1651 March/July Parramatta* 3F/6P 80.00 729005 061012B 1651 March/July Penrith 3F/6P 80.00 Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. *The B Arts component of this program is offered at Penrith, Bankstown and Parramatta campuses, except for the Education units which are predominately offered at Bankstown and Penrith campuses with a small selection of units at Parramatta campus and online. The M Teaching (Primary) component is primarily offered at the Bankstown campus, although a small selection of units offered at the Penrith campus. The Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES Primary) is a three-year degree offering To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts students an opportunity to develop a depth (Pathway to Teaching Primary), you will be of disciplinary expertise and academic required to complete 24 units, including preparation for a number of the key four core Bachelor of Arts units. These learning areas of the primary curriculum, include: Australia and the World; Analytical together with a broad understanding Reading and Writing; Contemporary of issues relating to education. Society; and Texts and Traditions. The degree is also designed to provide In addition, an eight unit specialisation in knowledge, tools for thinking, and enhanced Education Studies is mandatory. Units in this self-understanding, so as to form a basis for major may include: Mathematical Patterns and lifelong learning. Relationships; Understanding and Teaching Children; and Classrooms Without Borders. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE You will then have the option of completing Agency placement and field experience is another eight-unit major in the Bachelor of available in the B Arts undergraduate course. Arts, and this may include Chinese; Cultural Practice teaching in primary school settings and Social Analysis; English; History and will be gained in the Master of Teaching Political Thought; Indigenous Australian component. Studies; International Relations and Asian Studies; Islamic Studies; Philosophy or Psychological Studies. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The course meets the NSW Education Please note that not all units are offered on all Standards Authority subject content campuses, and that units on offer may vary requirements of an undergraduate degree from year to year. for students continuing to a Master of Teaching (Primary). Please refer to the Arts Area of Study brochure or visit westernsydney.edu.au/future for Completion of the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway more information on the Bachelor of Arts to Teaching Primary) involves mandatory majors, including the types of units you may study of the Education Studies - Primary study and the career opportunities. Teaching Specialisation in: either English, Mathematics, or Science. This eight-unit The Master of Teaching (Primary) is outlined specialisation incorporates four units from in more detail on page 17. the Master of Teaching (Primary), allows you to complete the Master of Teaching CAREER OPPORTUNITIES component in accelerated mode over 12 Graduates of this pathway will be prepared for months, and complete a process to assess the a wide range of employment opportunities. demonstration of your suitability for teaching. You will be equipped with the communication and people skills, creativity and capacity In the Master of Teaching (Primary) you will for independent thought, flexibility and concentrate on the skills and knowledge adaptability in new situations that are needed to translate your expertise to a increasingly demanded by employers. classroom setting. This unique consecutive combination of an undergraduate Arts The aim of the combined BA (Pathway to degree and postgraduate teaching Teaching Primary) and Master of Teaching qualification will prepare you for a (Primary) degrees is to produce teachers rewarding career in primary teaching. with strong academic knowledge and skills, excellence in professional practice, The Bachelor of Arts component may be Elif Turksel studied at either Bankstown, Parramatta or commitment to equity and social justice, and pursuit of personal and professional BACHELOR OF ARTS Penrith campus, and your location of study growth. Because of these qualities, employers, (PATHWAY TO PRIMARY) may depend on your choice of majors. including school principals in Western Sydney, “My advice to anyone considering Western hold graduates of our primary teaching Sydney University is to pick something you program in high regard. like to study and pursue it as a career. For me, I love being able to teach someone, and see them apply that knowledge.” 16 Western Sydney University
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Master of Teaching COURSE UAC CODE CRICOS WS CODE CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR (Primary) M Teaching (Primary) 950906 067904F 1781 March/July Bankstown 1.5A/2F/4P N/A Key: M = Master of; A = Accelerated; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternative entry. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. The M Teaching (Primary) is predominantly offered at the Bankstown campus, although a small selection of units is offered at the Penrith campus. CORE UNITS However, you should note that while this may increase your career prospects, it does There are no electives in the Master of NOT lead to a professional qualification that Teaching (Primary) course. To graduate will allow you to teach in primary education with a Master of Teaching (Primary), you settings. will be required to complete 16 units. Units include: Understanding and Teaching In accelerated study mode, the Master of Children; Teaching and Learning in Teaching (Primary) degree comprises three Classrooms; and Inclusive Teaching for sessions of study either commencing in March Effective Learning. For detailed information and finishing in June of the following year, or about the course structure and units, commencing in late July and finishing at the visit westernsydney.edu.au/future end of November the following year. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TRANSITION TO TEACHING You will undertake professional experience If you study the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway in primary school settings and other to Teaching Primary), you transition into placement opportunities. the Master of Teaching (Primary) when you complete your Bachelor of Arts with the PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION recommended study pattern. You will receive The course is professionally accredited by four units of advanced standing in the Master the NSW Education Standards Authority. of Teaching degree. You are advised to check the appropriateness of your undergraduate studies for CAREER OPPORTUNITIES employment as a teacher in NSW with This postgraduate degree qualifies you to the subject content requirements be a primary school teacher, teaching from for primary teaching on the NSW kindergarten to year 6 in government and Education Standards Authority website non-government primary schools in Australia, (educationstandards.nsw.edu.au). and in most other countries. A formal assessment of your undergraduate A Master of Teaching (Primary) also lets you degree will be completed upon receipt of pursue exciting options in other fields such your application for a place in the Master of as education policy, curriculum development Teaching (Primary). and education administration. Because of the quality and flexibility of this degree, you This degree gives you the skills, practices will graduate with transferrable skills that and understanding to operate effectively are highly valued by employers, including as a teacher in diverse contemporary communication and knowledge sharing, primary school settings. It includes study problem-solving, planning and organising, in all learning areas and, importantly, leadership, and interpersonal skills. links on-campus classes with a variety of professional experiences. POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS The aim is to produce teachers with strong Taken as additional study following your initial academic knowledge and skills, excellence teaching qualification, a Master of Inclusive in professional practice, commitment to Education gives you a second teaching equity and social justice, and pursuit of qualification in an area of high demand. personal and professional growth. Because of This degree allows you to work as a special these qualities, employers, including school education teacher in primary schools and principals in Western Sydney, hold graduates secondary schools (if you enter with a primary of our primary teaching program in high teaching qualification). You may also consider regard. You can also opt to graduate with an additional study in the Masters programs 80-credit point early exit award, the Graduate in Leadership, Management, TESOL, Social Diploma in Educational Studies (Primary). Ecology, Mathematics, Science and STEM. westernsydney.edu.au 17
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Bachelor of The Bachelor of Education (Primary) – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education HOW TO APPLY Education is a four-year undergraduate program for Prospective Aboriginal and Torres Strait Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Islander students have two pathways in which to apply. (Primary) – This program gives you the skills and understanding to teach effectively across Aboriginal & 1. U NIVERSITIES ADMISSIONS CENTRE OR the full curriculum range in kindergarten to DIRECT TO WESTERN year 6. It comprises a full suite of foundation, Torres Strait primary curriculum, and school-based units, including a range of professional Students who are eligible for an ATAR should complete an online application for Islander admission via UAC at uac.edu.au (UAC experiences. The degree extends your code 729032) or direct to Western at personal literacy and numeracy skills and Education westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws develop your cultural perspectives as it relates to schools and communities. This study You will be invited to the Aboriginal and Torres provides a firm foundation for the curriculum strait Islander Alternative Entry Program. studies units, in which you will examine the curriculum content of primary schools. 2. D IRECT ADMISSION VIA THE ABORIGINAL The course is offered at the Bankstown AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER campus in block mode. This block mode ALTERNATIVE ENTRY PROGRAM is designed to afford students the Apply direct to Western at capacity to remain in their communities westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws and indicate to fulfil their family, community, career, you would like to be considered for the cultural and social responsibilities. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Alternative Entry Program. To study a block mode program requires students to attend five residential schools You will be invited to the Alternative per year, each lasting approximately one Entry Program assessment days. to three weeks. Travel, accommodation For more detailed information go to and meal costs to attend workshops westernsydney.edu.au/alternativeentry or are funded by Abstudy for approved contact the University on 1300 897 669 or students. Students may also be eligible for email study@westernsydney.edu.au Tutoring for Success (TFS) assistance. Professional experience is undertaken in schools in students’ home communities and in Sydney. A literacy and numeracy test is required prior to the school placement for Professional Experience 4: Teaching in Country. 18 Western Sydney University
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Secondary In secondary school settings, teachers who can provide inspiration and direction to their TRANSITION TO TEACHING Education students are highly valued. The Western You can transition into the Master of Teaching Sydney University secondary teaching (Secondary) when you graduate from one of program gives you the best possible chance the following degrees: of becoming such a teacher and playing a ≥≥ Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching leadership role for others. Your specialist Secondary) undergraduate degree provides a clearly ≥≥ Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching signposted career path in teaching. Secondary) ≥≥ Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Graduating with a Masters qualification can Physical Education)- Pathway to Teaching enhance your progression to leadership (Secondary) positions in schools. ≥≥ Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) or ≥≥ Bachelor of Business (Pathway to Teaching DIFFERENT PATHWAYS Secondary). AND CHOICES To receive guaranteed entry to the Master Your study begins with an undergraduate of Teaching (Secondary) you must: degree, to provide a strong academic preparation and broad educational ≥≥ successfully complete your Bachelor degree qualifications in a wide range of areas suitable with a pass average minimum to secondary teaching. ≥≥ complete four units in the Education Studies major or sub-major If you are dedicated to a secondary teaching ≥≥ complete a process to assess the program from the start of your studies, demonstration of your suitability for specific degree pathways are available. You teaching. can choose from a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Graphic Design, If you choose to study any other Bachelor of Health Science (Health and undergraduate degree, you may apply for Physical Education) or a Bachelor of Science. entry into the Master of Teaching (Secondary) You will complete an Education Studies sub- through UAC. For further information major at the same time as you are undertaking on any of these courses, please refer to studies in your chosen discipline. the relevant Area of Study brochures or visit westernsydney.edu.au/future Our secondary teaching pathways build on the success of the graduate entry programs For more information, see the Bachelor of offered by the University over many years, fine- Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) on tuned to be among the best on offer today. page 21, the Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) on page 20, the Master of Teaching (Secondary) on page 28, or the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) – Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) on page 24, the Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) on page 26 and Bachelor of Business (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) on page 27. westernsydney.edu.au 19
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Bachelor of COURSE UAC CODE CRICOS WS CODE CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR Science Bachelor of Science 729036 094198C 3736 March/July Campbelltown 3F/6P 80.00 (Pathway to (Pathway to Teaching 729041 094198C 3736 March/July Hawkesbury 3F/6P 80.00 Secondary/Primary) 729046 094198C 3736 March/July Parramatta* 3F/6P 80.00 Teaching M Teaching (Primary) 950906 067904F 1781 March/July Bankstown 2F/4P N/A Primary/ M Teaching (Secondary) 950920 057369G 1714 March/July Penrith 2F/4P N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; M = Master of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternative entry. Secondary) Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. Not all key programs are available on all campuses – please refer to the Sciences Area of Study brochure for more details. *The B Science component of this program is offered at Campbelltown, Hawkesbury and Parramatta campuses. The Education component of the B Science is offered at Penrith and Bankstown with some units offered at Parramatta or online. This unique consecutive combination of Immunology and Cell Biology; and Physics. four-unit sub-major provides an overarching an undergraduate Science degree and introduction to the field of education and postgraduate teaching qualification will Please note that not all units are offered on provides a sound basis for specific secondary prepare you for a rewarding career in all campuses, and that units on offer may studies undertaken as part of the Master of primary and secondary teaching. vary from year to year. Please refer to the Teaching. Sciences Area of Study brochure or visit The first three years of study in the westernsydney.edu.au/future for more You will need to consult with your Science Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching information on the Bachelor of Science, Academic Course Advisor and take advice Primary/Secondary) will allow you to including the units you may study and the to ensure that your program of study meets focus on a general science program of career opportunities. the requirements of the NSW Education your choice, and to structure your units Standards Authority (NESA) document, of study to gain the necessary learning The Master of Teaching (Secondary) Subject Content Requirements for Teaching in areas to satisfy the NSW Education is outlined in more detail on page 28. a NSW Secondary School (refer to Standards Authority discipline knowledge The Master of Teaching (Primary) is educationstandards.nsw.edu.au). requirements for entry into teaching. outlined in more detail on page 17. Completion of a Bachelor of Science (Pathway You can select one of the Bachelor of Science PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION to Teaching Primary/Secondary) meets the programs in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, subject requirements of NSW Education Environmental Science, Mathematical Science, Accreditation for secondary or primary Standards Authority to teach in a primary Nutrition and Food Science (Food Technology school teaching in both government and school. major) or choose a more flexible program non-government schools in Australia and within the degree rules, including a major that most other countries is achieved with In addition, completion of the Bachelor is related to a secondary teaching discipline. completion of the Master of Teaching of Science and Master of Teaching (Secondary) or Master of Teaching (Primary). (Primary) will enable you to graduate with a Primary Specialisation in either CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES The Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) is Science or Mathematics depending on your To graduate with a Bachelor of Science – accredited by The Royal Australian Chemical undergraduate studies. Pathway to Teaching (Primary/Secondary), Institute Incorporated. Graduates of the you will be required to complete 24 units. In Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Science) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES the Bachelor of Science you will be required qualify for membership of the Australian to complete at least six core units from Mathematical Society and the Statistical As well as being equipped with all the the Bachelor of Science unit pool, which Society of Australia depending on the units necessary elements for initial teacher may include units in: Biology; Chemistry; studied. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science training, a Bachelor of Science (Pathway Computing and Information Technology; (Food Technology) would be qualified to Teaching Primary/Secondary) prepares Geoscience; Mathematics; Physics; and to become professional members of the students for a professional career in science. Integrated Science. You will also be required Australian Institute of Food Science. to complete a mandatory four-unit sub- Fundamental to this degree are the skills major in Education Studies. Units in this sub- Depending on the units chosen within the necessary for quantification and analysis, the major may include: Learning and Creativity; Bachelor of Science (Biological Science), capacity for critical analysis, problem solving Education in a Cosmopolitan Society; and graduates can satisfy the requirements for and independent thinking. The Brain and Learning plus others. membership of professional bodies such as the Australian Society for Microbiology and Graduates will be prepared for a wide Enrolment in a unit from the Indigenous the Australian Institute of Biology. Graduates range of employment opportunities in the Australian Studies major is available as may also join other professional societies, such sciences and related disciplines. Bachelor part of the Education Studies major. The as the Australian Society for Biochemistry and of Science graduates find employment in Education Studies sub-major is offered on Molecular Biology, Australian Biotechnology industry, research, forensics, patents, quality both the Penrith and Bankstown campuses Organisation, Australian Society for Medical control, environmental analysis, scientific with some units at Parramatta and online. Research and the Royal Zoological Society. instrumentation, medical laboratories and technical management. With further In addition to the key areas of study, you You may combine a program with one or study, you will be qualified to teach in may choose to study General Biology; more majors or sub-majors, or choose various government and non-government secondary Conservation Biology; Marine Biology; units instead of a specific program in Science. and primary schools and colleges. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Completion of the Bachelor of Science Chemistry; Climate Change; Forensic (Pathway to Teaching Secondary/Primary) Science; Mathematics; Microbiology; involves mandatory study in the Education Zoology; Aquatic Environments; Food Studies sub-major, taken as part of the Technology – Secondary Teaching; elective strand in the Bachelor of Science. This 20 Western Sydney University
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Bachelor of COURSE UAC CODE CRICOS WS CODE CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR Arts (Pathway B Arts (Pathway to 729011 061013A 1652 March/July Bankstown 3F/6P 80.00 to Teaching Teaching Secondary) 729014 061013A 1652 March/July Parramatta 3F/6P 81.75 729016 061013A 1652 March/July Penrith 3F/6P 80.00 Secondary) M Teaching (Secondary) 950920 057369G 1714 March/July Penrith 2F/4P N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternative entry. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. The B Arts component of this program is offered at Penrith, Bankstown and Parramatta campuses. Education sub-major units are primarily offered at Bankstown and Penrith campuses, with a small selection of units at Parramatta campus and online. The Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Please refer to the Arts Area of Study Secondary) is a three-year degree offering brochure or westernsydney.edu.au/future The course meets the Educational Standards students an opportunity to develop a for more information on the Bachelor of Arts Authority subject content requirements depth of disciplinary expertise and an majors, including the types of units you may for the undergraduate degree for students understanding of issues relating to education, study and the career opportunities. continuing to a Master of Teaching in the context of curricula in NSW. (Secondary). You are advised to check the The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is appropriateness of your undergraduate The degree is also designed to provide outlined in more detail on page 28. studies for teaching in NSW with the knowledge, tools for thinking, and enhanced requirements for secondary teaching on self-understanding, so as to form a basis for POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS the NSW Education Standards Authority lifelong learning. website (educationstandards.nsw.edu.au). Taken as additional study following your The four Education units are offered at initial teaching qualification, a Master of Completion of the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway Inclusive Education gives you a second Penrith and Bankstown campuses with a to Teaching Secondary) involves mandatory teaching qualification in an area of high small selection of units offered at Parramatta study in the Education Studies sub-major. This demand. This degree allows you to work campus and online. four-unit sub-major provides an overarching as a special education teacher in primary introduction to the field of Education and and secondary schools (if you enter with a CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES provides a sound basis for specific secondary secondary teaching qualification). You may To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (Pathway studies undertaken as part of the Master also consider additional study in the Masters to Teaching Secondary), you will be required of Teaching. programs in Leadership, Management, TESOL, to complete 24 units. You will be required to Social Ecology primary Mathematics, Primary complete the core Bachelor of Arts units. This pathway combination of an Science and STEM. undergraduate Arts degree and postgraduate In addition, a four-unit sub-major in Education teaching qualification will prepare you for a rewarding career in secondary teaching. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Studies is mandatory. Units in this sub- major may include Learning and Creativity; As well as being equipped with all the Education in a Cosmopolitan Society; and The The Bachelor of Arts component may be necessary capabilities for initial teacher Brain and Learning plus others. You will then studied at either Bankstown, Parramatta or education, Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to choose an eight-unit major in the Bachelor Penrith campus, and your location of study Teaching Secondary) graduates will also be of Arts, and this may include: English; may depend on your choice of key program prepared for a wide range of employment History and Political Thought; Languages or major. opportunities. You will be equipped with the (Arabic, Indonesian, Chinese or Japanese). communication and people skills, creativity You will have an additional four-unit sub- and capacity for independent thought, major, which may be used to prepare for flexibility and adaptability in new situations a second teaching area. that are increasingly demanded by employers. Susan Amiri ARTS (PATHWAY TO TEACHING SECONDARY) “At Western Sydney University we have some of the best academics in the country! They are so passionate about what they teach it rubs off on you. You become more passionate to become the type of educators they are!” westernsydney.edu.au 21
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Bachelor of COURSE UAC CODE CRICOS CODE WS CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR Health Science B Health Science (Health 729033 089200A 4742 March/July Penrith 3F* 80.00 (Health and and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching Secondary Physical Education) M Teaching (Secondary) 950920 057369G 1714 March/July Penrith 2F/4P N/A Pathway to Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternative entry. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. Teaching * You may choose to study with a reduced load, but classes are not offered in the evening. The B Health Science component of this program is offered at Penrith campus. Education sub-major units are primarily offered at Bankstown and Penrith campuses, with a small selection of units at Parramatta (Secondary) campus and online. Our Health and Physical Education (HPE) The University has developed an innovative program brings together a comprehensive integrated suite of Health Science programs. foundation of health sciences, understanding This integration may give you the option of physical activity and skills in interacting to transfer to another stream at the end with diverse people. You will gain the of the first year, providing the criteria theoretical skills to analyse new challenges, has been met, with advanced standing and the practical skills required to help for completed units. Note that transfer people improve their health. places to some streams may be very limited and competitive, and transferring HPE graduates from Western Sydney may extend the duration of the degree. University stand out for their holistic understanding of the concepts of health CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES and physical activity and their relationship to other components of physical education. To graduate with a Bachelor of Health The degree also gives the advantage of Science (HPE) Pathway to Teaching early access to Education Studies units (Secondary), you will be required to through completion of an Education complete 24 units. You will study core Studies sub-major. These units of study common units with other Bachelor of Health are structured to gain the necessary Science students and allied health students. learning areas to satisfy the NSW Education This will develop a solid understanding Standards Authority discipline knowledge of health science, competencies needed requirements for entry into teaching. Teaching for ethical and safe work, and high- opportunities can be extended beyond quality skills in communication. HPE by studying electives, such as Science and Mathematics units, where students Core units include: Evidence-Based gain a second teaching specialisation. Practice; Research Methods; Professional Competencies; Communication; Population The HPE program is known for the Health and Society; Psychology; and Culture, international standard of its facilities. The Diversity and Health. The skills you will University has invested significantly in a gain from these core units will be valuable new gymnasium and renovated the dance throughout your entire career and in your life. and gym facilities used for HPE. These are HPE studies include such areas as aquatic complemented by a wealth of sports venues sports, youth health issues, ethics, games, in the local region, and the opportunity for gymnastics and dance, movement and skill outdoor activities in the Blue Mountains. development, nutrition, outdoor recreation, personal training and coaching, physical The course explores challenging areas activity, health and psychology. including youth health issues, sexuality, drugs, psychology and risk-taking PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE behaviours, as well as general health science, including human biology, health Experience is integrated into course units. systems, health promotion and research. Our students use the University’s gymnasium, dance and gym studies facility, and a dedicated research and teaching laboratory. 24 Western Sydney University
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION FURTHER STUDIES The course meets the NSW Education Our high-achieving students can apply to Standards Authority subject content gain entry into a Master of Research as an requirements for the undergraduate degree additional two-year program for full-time for students continuing to a Master of students (or a longer equivalent for part-time Teaching. You are advised to check the students) at the end of third year. You will appropriateness of your undergraduate design and undertake original research under studies for teaching in NSW with the the supervision and guidance of experienced requirements for secondary teaching on the researchers, and write a thesis. The Master’s NSW Education Standards Authority website program offers a way of adding to your (educationstandards.nsw.edu.au). qualifications and opening up the world of research to you. You will be expected to There is no professional accrediting body for identify new ways to address real problems, the HPE specialisation. working under academic supervision. COURSE REQUIREMENTS To pursue a career in teaching, you can consecutively study both the Bachelor In order to enrol at the start of second year, of Health Science (Health and Physical all students must have a Child Protection Education) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Certificate Prohibited Employment and the Master of Teaching (Secondary) over Declaration Form, and Working with Children 4.5-5 years. check. By the start of the following session, all students must have a First Aid Certificate. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES For detailed information about the course structure and units, visit The Bachelor of Health Science (HPE) westernsydney.edu.au/future Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) enables direct entry into a Master of Teaching INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES (Secondary) degree, and then on to a teaching career. You are required to extend Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian your teaching opportunities beyond HPE by Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units is completing an Education Studies sub-major available to all undergraduate students who and studying a second teaching specialisation, have open electives. For more information, such as Science and Mathematics. visit westernsydney.edu.au/future westernsydney.edu.au 25
TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 Bachelor of COURSE UAC CRICOS WS CODE CODE CODE INTAKE LOCATION DURATION ATAR Graphic Design B Graphic Design 729026 N/A 1843 March Parramatta 3F/6F 80.00 (Pathway (Pathway to Teaching Secondary to Teaching M Teaching (Secondary) 950920 057369G 1714 March/July Penrith 2F/4P N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternative entry. Secondary) Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. The Bachelor of Graphic Design/Pathway to CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES Teaching Secondary is a three year degree To graduate with a Bachelor of Graphic specifically designed to lead into the Master Design Pathway to Teaching (Secondary), of Teaching (Secondary), an accredited you will be required to complete 24 units. postgraduate teaching qualification. Together, the two degrees provide direct You must successfully complete 10 core access to a teaching career and improved units: Graphic Design: Understanding the prospects for career advancement. Principles; Design Histories and Futures; Image Design; Graphic Design: Process and With an emphasis on studio-based practice, Practice; Web and Time-based Design; Visual you will study areas such as image design, Storytelling; Researching the Visual; Australian typography, layout design, branding, Design; Contextual Design Studies; Graphic design history, research methods, and Design: Developing a Personal Portfolio. web-based design. As you progress you will develop a focus on digital design, In addition, you must complete the photography and graphic technology, following Design specialisations as enabling you to develop two teaching their first teaching area: Photomedia; disciplines – Design & Technology and Digital Design and the Visualisation Graphics & Multimedia Technology. and Education Studies sub-majors. You will also have the opportunity to You will also be required to complete a study an Education Studies sub-major, mandatory four-unit sub-major in Education where you will gain an understanding of Studies. Units in this sub-major may include: contemporary education issues, teaching Learning and Creativity; Education in a and learning. As well as being equipped Cosmopolitan Society and The Brain and with the necessary pre-requisite study Learning plus others. Enrolment in a unit from for an initial teacher qualification, the the Indigenous Australian Studies major is Master of Teaching (Secondary) course, available as part of the Education Studies will prepare you for professional graphic major. The Education Studies sub-major design practice and associated alternate is offered on the Parramatta, Penrith and employment opportunities in design. Bankstown campuses with some units online. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The course meets the NSW Education Standards Authority subject content requirements for the undergraduate degree for students continuing to a Master of Teaching (Secondary). You are advised to check the appropriateness of your undergraduate studies for teaching in NSW with the requirements for secondary teaching on the NSW Education Standards Authority website (educationstandards.nsw.edu.au). To enter the Master of Teaching course, you will be required to demonstrate your suitability for teaching. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As well as being equipped with the necessary elements of an initial teacher qualification, you will be prepared for professional graphic design practice and associated alternate employment opportunities in design. 26 Western Sydney University
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