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EDUCATION EDUCATION COURSES 2019 Early childhood Primary Secondary
EVERY YEAR MANY PEOPLE
MAKE QUT THEIR FIRST
CHOICE FOR STUDY.
Here’s why you might like to make it yours.
BE IN DEMAND GLOBAL OUTLOOK
QUT graduates are in demand. During With QUT’s world-class courses
your time at QUT you’ll gain the and learning facilities, and programs
knowledge, skills and connections to for overseas experience, you will be
thrive in your chosen field. prepared to work in Australia and
internationally.
REAL-WORLD COURSES RESEARCH WITH IMPACT
Prepare for employment in a changing QUT researchers are working on
world with up-to-date courses and some of the biggest challenges and
flexible options to tailor your degree to opportunities facing Australia and the
your interests. global community.
CONVENIENT CAMPUSES LEARN FROM THE BEST
QUT has campuses at Gardens You’ll be taught by award-winning
Point and Kelvin Grove in central teaching staff and have access to
Brisbane. With high-quality academic, industry-standard facilities and
recreational and support facilities, you opportunities for practical,
will find QUT the perfect place to study. real-world learning.
THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE
You will study in a culturally diverse
and inclusive environment, with
opportunities to help you discover
your place in the world and make the
most of your time at QUT.
The difference is real. Find out more at www.qut.edu.au/graduate-success
EDUCATION CONTENTS 2 Step into the classroom with confidence 4 Create the classrooms of tomorrow 5 Explore careers outside the classroom 6 Professional Experience 7 More real-world experience 8 Support for teaching success 9 Education on campus 10 Learn from the best EDUCATION DEGREES 12 Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) 14 Bachelor of Education (Primary) 16 Bachelor of Education (Secondary) 19 Secondary education double degrees GRADUATE-ENTRY COURSES— if you have a degree in another area 20 Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) 22 Master of Teaching (Primary) 24 Master of Teaching (Secondary) 26 Entry and other course requirements 27 How do I apply? 29 Education at a glance
STEP INTO THE CLASSROOM
WITH CONFIDENCE
If you’re ready to pursue your passion for CREATING POSITIVE LEARNING EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
teaching we’ll help you learn everything ENVIRONMENTS You’ll learn how to purposefully interpret
you need to know. Before your first Professional Experience assessment data to evaluate your
QUT’s courses provide authentic and you’ll receive a grounding in key teaching practice and continuously
realistic learning approaches to prepare capabilities needed for the classroom improve learner outcomes.
you for the teaching profession, and to or early childhood setting. Creating
help you make a real difference. and maintaining positive learning YOUR PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY
environments and developing inclusive
Our courses are constantly reviewed You’ll learn key capabilities including the
teaching strategies are important
in consultation with the education ability to liaise effectively and ethically
components of the course. You will
profession to meet the latest teaching as a teaching professional. The ability to
continue to develop these capabilities
standards. You’ll undertake a variety of take an evidence-based approach to your
alongside current teachers during your
Professional Experience placements to teaching plans and career development
Professional Experience placements.
ensure you are linking theory to practice journey will be a valuable asset.
throughout your degree.
BUILDING POSITIVE RESILIENCE
Our aim is to prepare you to be a well-
rounded professional who is prepared to
RELATIONSHIPS
The ability to reframe challenges
teach in the classrooms of today and into As a teacher you will communicate as opportunities for development is
the future. These key inclusions to QUT’s with people from a diverse range of important in life, and in the teaching
courses will ensure you step into the backgrounds. You’ll learn to build positive profession. Modules offered at QUT
classroom with confidence. relationships with people associated with provide skills to help you build your own
the education community, including parents resilience, and help your students to
and carers, other education professionals, develop these strengths.
KNOWLEDGE OF LEARNING and members of the wider community.
A deep understanding of child and You will build your abilities to work as part
adolescent development from birth
through to the age of 18 is vital for
of a team in the education profession. Your teacher toolkit:
education professionals. You’ll learn how
to tailor teaching to individual and diverse
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES • be compassionate
Technology increasingly plays an • have diverse cultural perspectives
learners and to create safe, supportive
important role in the classroom and • be a team player
and inclusive learning environments.
you’ll learn to effectively incorporate new • be an effective communicator
technologies into your teaching. You’ll • employ digital literacies
CURRICULUM AND PEDAGOGY also be exposed to strategies to help • be resilient
You will learn innovative strategies and you continue to adapt to new advances • love learning.
approaches to teach subjects in the during your career.
Australian Curriculum and other curriculum
frameworks. Your classes at QUT will
include opportunities to design and
experiment with planning for learning
experiences. You will learn to observe, plan,
teach and evaluate programs to ensure all
learners are learning to their full potential.
Graduates in demand QUT received the best
98.4%
of QUT graduates of undergraduate
skill development rating
from students in undergraduate teacher
education courses in Queensland.#
education courses were employed
four months after graduation.^
^ Full-time, part-time, or casual employment, of those graduates available for work, according to the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching website (February 2018).
2 # Student experience survey results, according to the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching website (February 2018).
DAVID ASHBY
Primary education graduate
Coming from a trade background,
I needed to build confidence in
my ability to study again. When I
commenced at QUT I attended free
learning seminars that gave me many
academic skills. This support helped me
thrive in my studies and even achieve an
Academic Excellence Award. The range
of extra learning opportunities offered
at QUT supported me throughout my
journey, and helped me secure my first
teaching job before I graduated.
SHERIDAN
VICKERS-DALTON
Secondary education graduate
It’s exciting to have finished my first year
working as a teacher at a school I love.
I’ve definitely had some challenging
moments in the classroom, but at the
end of the day every challenge is an
opportunity for learning and growth
as a person and educator. All the
Professional Experience placements at
QUT definitely helped alleviate some of
my nerves and gave me the confidence
I needed when starting out.
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CREATE
THE CLASSROOMS OF TOMORROW
Today’s teachers are preparing the next Our courses incorporate entrepreneurial
generation for the workforce of the future. thinking, innovation, collaboration and Your teacher toolkit:
A future we can’t even begin to predict. creativity into the learning process to
A future where your students will play a ensure you can take new approaches • be curious
major role in shaping their own unique to your teaching, inspire students and • be flexible and agile
and agile careers. provide the best learning outcomes. • be able to imagine and realise
change.
The ability to think creatively and innovate As a QUT education graduate, you’ll be
will be a valuable asset in these rapidly equipped to take your own career in any
changing times. Your students will need to direction you choose, whether it be a
develop the capabilities required to thrive specialist role, an education leadership
as the 21st century workforce evolves. role, or into a revolutionary job that
doesn’t exist today.
DEVELOP YOUR
CURIOSITY AND
INNOVATION
To prepare you to be an inspiring,
innovative and confident teacher for
the future, you’ll experience a range
of exciting new learning and teaching
environments in our new Education
Precinct. This will facilitate the right
balance of collaborative learning,
interaction and quiet individual research
when you need to retreat.
Using the latest technologies, you will
be able to seamlessly share content and
connect your learning from a mobile
device to big screen. These new rooms
are equipped with plenty of writable
surfaces for you to collaborate with your
peers and to generate and storyboard
your ideas.
Our expert teaching staff will encourage
you to push boundaries, be curious and
innovate. Qualities you will in turn foster in
the students you teach.
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EXPLORE
CAREERS OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
Education graduates have the transferable
skills to suit many other careers and roles.
Our aim is to empower QUT education
graduates to shape their own career
path and explore many ways to make an
impact. Some alternative ways to make a
difference include:
• education policy and program
implementation
• training and development roles in
private and public organisations
• education and outreach roles
• developing products for the education
services industry
• learning designer
• education technology roles
• entertainment industry roles
• consultancy
• educational research.
MELISSA BL ACKLOCK IAN WEDLOCK GEORGIA IRVINE CASEY
Secondary education graduate Secondary education graduate Early childhood education graduate
After working in the Diverse Learning My role within CSIRO Education and I have a passion for early childhood
Department at a high school, I changed Outreach is to manage a team delivering education and recognise its importance
to the role of Lead Presenter at the a number of programs. I focus on in laying the foundations for lifelong
education engagement company, Street creating meaningful partnerships learning.
Science. I visit schools and community and lines of communication across
There are so many different career
venues each week, working to get kids industry, research, government
opportunities. My recent work in a
of all ages excited about science. agencies, and primary, secondary and
policy role contributed to ensuring
tertiary institutions. My passion is to
I’m also a committee member of current policy reflects best practice
see teachers and students engaged
the English Teachers Association of and provides children and families with
in creative learning, and using open
Queensland and have commenced my the best outcomes. The resources my
inquiry to make a difference to global
PhD at QUT. I love continuing to learn team developed help teachers and
sustainability and economic issues.
and challenge myself through new educators in their planning and support
I have previously worked with Code Club
experiences. for families to make positive decisions
Australia, State Library Queensland, and
about their children’s education.
as an English teacher.
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PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
Professional Experience placements are through the course. You can test your and remote schools, and overseas.
an essential component of QUT’s courses. teaching techniques and gain valuable You will be required to undertake the
practical experience in a structured and majority of your supervised Professional
You’ll undertake placements in school
supported environment. Experience in Australian school
classrooms or early childhood settings
settings. You can select from a range of
alongside practising professional You can complete your Professional
experiences to align with your interests
educators. These experiences help you to Experience in a variety of locations
and career goals.
develop your capabilities as you progress including South-East Queensland, rural
Professional experiences available include:
• State schools • Rural locations • Steiner schools
• Independent schools • Regional locations • Montessori schools
• Catholic schools • Remote locations • Special needs schools and centres
• Overseas • Youth detention centres
Early childhood students will undertake Professional Experience placements in a range of early childhood settings and in primary schools.
OLIVIA NELSON
Secondary education graduate
QUT’s course was so relevant to the
classroom, but being in a real class
of diverse learners gives you the best
opportunity to learn to adapt to different
situations. No two days are the same in
EMMA TRAN
this profession.
Secondary education student
Teaching in a rural community provides
Going on Professional Experience and implementing the skills and strategies I’ve so many awesome experiences that
been taught only reinforces my passion for teaching. On my very first Professional you would not get in the city. I highly
Experience placement I had a breakthrough moment where I helped a student recommend doing a Professional
understand a concept in maths. In this instant, I realised this is why I am pursuing Experience or teaching in a rural town
education and why it’s my passion. My learning experiences at QUT prepared me with at some point in your career.
teaching techniques to allow for such a memorable moment.
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MORE REAL-WORLD
EXPERIENCE
At QUT we have extensive networks KELVIN GROVE TEACHER GO GLOBAL
and partnerships with the education EDUCATION CENTRE OF QUT offers opportunities to gain valuable
profession and the community. EXCELLENCE experience overseas. These diverse
These connections provide plenty of cultural experiences can enhance your
This opportunity, offered by QUT in
opportunities for Bachelor of Education personal development and cultural
partnership with Kelvin Grove State
students to gain relevant knowledge, competence, and show employers
College and Department of Education,
experience and skills. These are just that you can deal with change and
helps you develop your teaching capability
some examples. have initiative, commitment, flexibility,
through a work readiness program and a
personalised, experienced teacher mentor. and compassion. You can apply for
OUT OF THE BOX FESTIVAL opportunities to travel overseas for
If you apply and are accepted into the
Early childhood students can volunteer semester exchange or short-term
program you can receive a conditional
at the Out of the Box Festival at the international programs offered in
offer of permanent employment in a
Queensland Performing Arts Centre. conjunction with our global partners.
remote, rural or regional school. QUT
The festival is an opportunity to be You may be eligible to receive credit for
students can also apply to other centres of
involved in delivering various fun your experience and funding towards
excellence, including special education.
community arts activities and to engage your travel.
with many children, their teachers and
families across the festival. OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
Keep your eye out for local opportunities
for volunteer or paid experiences related
ROBOTICS@QUT
to your studies to help you make valuable
Education students can volunteer to
connections during your degree. Schools
help deliver robotics-based classroom
and organisations contact us regularly
activities through the Robotics@QUT
to offer roles such as tutoring, sports
program. The program aims to encourage
coaching, and involvement in community
science, technology, engineering and
events, local school and early childhood
mathematics literacy, problem-solving
programs, and environmental education
and collaborative learning in Year 6–12
programs.
school students.
CHENOA MASTERS
Secondary education student
I believe overseas experiences
contribute greatly to both my
personal and professional
development. Through QUT’s
partner, CISaustralia, one
of my experiences involved
volunteering on a community
housing project just outside
Tacloban in the Philippines.
It was very rewarding to be able
to help the local community.
The experiences ranged from
teaching English at the local
school to assisting with social
welfare, nutrition, and building
projects.
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SUPPORT
FOR TEACHING SUCCESS
A number of special programs and • technology support available 7 days a EDUCATION CURRICULUM
resources are available to help you week COLLECTION
transition to university and ensure you • HiQ student services located in the QUT’s Kelvin Grove library provides special
make the most of your time at QUT. libraries on each campus resources for you to use when you go
• free, confidential personal counselling on Professional Experience. There are
QUT SCHOLARSHIPS • disability services. puppets, games, musical instruments,
You can apply for a number of QUT maps—even LEGO kits and a skeleton!
Find out more about the full range of
scholarships to recognise your Of course, there are books too—picture
support services at www.qut.edu.au/
achievements or to support you books for children, young adult fiction and
support
throughout your studies including: information books, with an expanding
electronic collection for downloading to
• Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for STEPPING IN PROGRAM your devices.
academic achievement
At the beginning of the course you’ll be
• Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for elite introduced to the teaching profession
athletes
through a series of workshops, and
• scholarships for students experiencing interactions with current teachers.
financial hardship You will hear from professionals about
• scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres their work and teaching journeys across
Strait Islander students early childhood, primary and secondary
• scholarships for students from regional contexts. The Stepping In Program is
or remote areas. a unique introductory program and is a
For more information. Visit www.qut.edu.au/ key element of preparation for your first
scholarships Professional Experience.
GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS STEPPING OUT CONFERENCE
The Queensland Government also offers In the final year of the course, the
scholarships for studies leading to a Stepping Out Conference allows you to
teaching career—www.teach.qld.gov.au/ hear from keynote speakers from across
get-supported the education sector including school
principals, early childhood leaders, and RUBY NAHUYSEN
SUPPORT AND FINDING YOUR a panel of first-year teachers talking Vice-Chancellor’s Scholar
WAY about their experiences on the job. Primary education student
The conference helps prepare you for
We want you to achieve your academic, I was fortunate to receive a
the transition from university student to
personal and career goals. There are a Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
professional teacher.
number of services available to help you for academic excellence. This
develop the skills you need and manage scholarship has helped me find
your life including: my feet during the first years
• orientation programs and workshops to of uni and covered some of my
daily expenses, and some more
help you settle in and get started
exciting things like overseas
• free workshops, academic skills
trips. This assistance means I am
advisers and online tutorials to help not pressured to take on a huge
you with time management, exam QUT received the best number of hours at work to stay
preparation, researching and writing learning resources rating afloat financially, so I can give
assignments, and referencing from students in undergraduate teacher greater attention to my studies
• maths, science, IT and literacy support education courses in Queensland.# and keep a balanced lifestyle.
for all students
8 # Student experience survey results, according to the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching website (February 2018).EDUCATION
ON CAMPUS
With high-quality academic, recreational
and support facilities, you will find QUT EDUCATION PRECINCT
campuses the perfect place to study. If The new $76.7 million Education Precinct to be completed in 2018, is located at the heart
you study within the Faculty of Education, of the Kelvin Grove campus and will provide excellent facilities for collaborative learning.
you will be based at the Kelvin Grove Students will be able to take advantage of the imaginatively designed face-to-face and
campus. You may need to attend classes online interactive teaching spaces.
at Gardens Point campus for some
subjects. A free intercampus shuttle bus
operates between the two campuses.
KELVIN GROVE CAMPUS
Kelvin Grove campus is situated just three
kilometres from Brisbane’s city centre,
and is part of the Kelvin Grove Village—an
inner-city precinct with creative, residential,
shopping and dining facilities.
More than 18 000 students study at
Kelvin Grove. The campus is conveniently
connected to the city and suburbs by
buses.
Facilities at Kelvin Grove include:
• cafés and food court
• Creative Industries Precinct and theatre
• childcare centre
• HiQ student services
• counselling and QUT medical centre
• 24-hour computing labs
• library
• bookshop, supermarket, pharmacy and
other retail outlets
• Oodgeroo Unit
• automatic teller machines (ATMs)
• general store and post office
• licensed bar
• gymnasium including 25-metre pool
• sports stadium and sports field.
For more information visit www.qut.edu.au/
campuses-and-facilities
9LEARN
FROM THE BEST
In the past 8 years
You’ll learn from inspiring and innovative
QUT’s Faculty of
lecturers who are committed to providing Education has received
a quality experience for the teachers
of the future. Our lecturers have real-
8 AUSTRALIAN
world experience and have a wealth of AWARDS
knowledge and advice to set you on the QUT received the best or citations for
right path.
teacher quality rating university teaching.
from students in undergraduate teacher These awards recognise the nation’s
education courses in Queensland.# most outstanding teachers, and
learning and teaching programs.
DR CHRISTOPHER
BLUNDELL
Lecturer
I enjoy teaching future teachers and
helping to prepare them to positively
transform the lives of their students.
I bring to QUT my extensive experience
DR AMANDA MCFADDEN as a secondary teacher and deputy
Course Coordinator, Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) principal of a large, independent P–12
school, along with roles in curriculum
I have worked in early childhood for many years including contexts such as long
development and assessment
day care, family day care and kindergarten programs, as well as other teaching and
moderation. My areas of expertise
leadership roles. Early childhood teaching is a profession that is vibrant, engaging
include digital technologies in learning
and provides diverse opportunities. As a QUT lecturer I work closely with researchers,
and teaching, science and technology
educators and teachers working in the field, and am connected to the early childhood
education, and assessment.
sector through a number of roles. At QUT, we are proud to support our pre-service
teachers to put their degrees into action and play a key role in shaping the future for It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to
young children. inspire purposeful practice in education.
10 # Student experience survey results, according to the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching website (February 2018).PENNY
HOSKING-POTTS
Secondary education graduate
When it came to do Professional
Experience in the fourth year of
my course, I chose the Australian
International School in Singapore.
When I graduated from QUT I
applied for and was offered my
dream job at the same school.
I’ve had so many amazing
experiences here. We have been
to Vietnam for Year 8 camp, and I
have been to Nepal twice, and have
travelled to Malaysia, Hong Kong and
Melbourne for sporting competitions.
QUT helped me get here.
Hear more from Penny at
www.qut.edu.au/graduate-success
11BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION (EARLY CHILDHOOD)
2018 OP (including adjustments) 13 FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS Domestic students who have completed
At QUT we understand life is busy so our a Diploma of Early Childhood Education
2018 selection rank (including adjustments) 71
courses are flexible and responsive to and Care, Advanced Diploma of
QTAC code February: 404162, July: 403162 Children’s Services or an equivalent
your needs. Choose the part-time or full-
Campus Kelvin Grove accredited qualification, and who have the
time course to suit your circumstances
Duration 4 years full time, 8 years part and lifestyle. appropriate level of early childhood work
time experience, can apply for and receive
Prerequisites English (4 SA), 144 credit points of advanced standing.
Maths A, B or C (4 SA), and Science* (4 SA) REAL EXPERIENCE These students may study part time and
OP Guarantee Yes^
QUT has extensive partnerships and externally to help fit these studies around
industry connections within the early work commitments.
Entry February and July
childhood education and care field. These
See page 26 for detailed entry requirements. partnerships benefit you by connecting For more information about advanced
you with professionals working across standing for other prior study visit
early childhood contexts. QUT organises www.qut.edu.au/credit
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
Professional Experience placements to
The early years are a time of rapid growth
give you the opportunity to experience GRADUATE ENTRY
and development. Early relationships,
a diverse range of placements including If you already hold a degree in an area
interactions and experiences provide the
school classrooms, kindergartens and other than education, a Master of Teaching
foundation for everything that follows—
early childhood settings, supervised by may be suitable for you. See page 20 for
school, work, life. Early childhood teachers
practising professional educators. You more information.
make a significant and lasting contribution
may also have the opportunity to gain
to a child’s education and lifelong learning.
extra experience through other programs
ENTRY AND OTHER
You will be supported by specialist early offered by QUT. For more information see
childhood academics and will experience
REQUIREMENTS
pages 6–7.
unique, real-world opportunities that For detailed information about the
prepare you to teach in early childhood. entry requirements and other important
CAREER OUTCOMES information for this course see page 26.
As early childhood specialists, graduates
BE IN DEMAND are prepared to work as qualified
There has never been a better time to
COURSE UPDATES
teachers in early childhood education
study to become an early childhood and care settings, kindergarten, and At the time of printing, this course was
teacher in Queensland. The most recent Prep to Year 3 in primary school. Your being updated to meet the latest teaching
Queensland Early Childhood Education qualification can also allow you to work standards and professional accreditation
and Care census identified a significant across Australia and overseas. was being sought through Queensland
shortfall in the number of specialist early College of Teachers, the Australian
childhood teachers needed to lead Institute for Teaching and School
ADVANCED STANDING (CREDIT Leadership, and the Australian Children's
approved kindergarten programs in long
FOR PRIOR LEARNING) Education and Care Quality Authority.
day care and kindergarten services. With
Students admitted with a completed For the latest course details visit
the planned introduction of new national
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and www.qut.edu.au/study
requirements for a second early childhood
Care, Advanced Diploma of Children’s
teacher in most long day care services,
Services or an equivalent accredited
demand is set to increase. This puts you,
as an early childhood graduate teacher,
qualification, are eligible for advanced Already working in the
standing (credit) of 96 credit points.
in the box seat for leadership in the early early childhood sector?
childhood education and care sector.
We value your expertise and experience.
If you have suitable early childhood
qualifications and work experience, you
may be eligible for generous advanced
Growing Australian workforce
26%
standing, and choose to study part time
expected growth in the number of early childhood and externally to fit your study around
teachers in prior to school settings 2017 to 2022
work, family and other commitments.
Source: www.joboutlook.gov.au (February 2018)
Evening classes may be available for some units.
Admission in July is with suitable advanced standing (credit) only. Your course progression and duration will be subject to the advanced standing granted.
* Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Marine Science, Marine Studies, Physics or Science21.
^ If you receive an OP 1–5 or equivalent, and meet the course prerequisites and additional entry requirements, you’re guaranteed an offer for this course.
12 For more detail about this course and OP/selection rank, see the online course information at www.qut.edu.au/studyMICHELLE WARD
I have the honour of being an
important person in young lives
and strive to provide a learning
environment where every
student can reach their potential.
It’s rewarding to regularly
receive feedback from students,
parents and colleagues
regarding the calmness and
welcoming feeling when
entering my classroom.
As a teacher at a large
multicultural college, I realise
how much the overseas
experience I gained at QUT has
equipped me to teach in such a
culturally diverse environment.
13BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION (PRIMARY)
2018 OP (including adjustments) 13 FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS GRADUATE ENTRY
2018 selection rank (including adjustments) 71 Choose the part-time or full-time course If you already hold a degree in an area
to suit your circumstances and lifestyle. other than education, a Master of
QTAC code February: 404202, July: 403202
Teaching may be suitable for you.
Campus Kelvin Grove
REAL EXPERIENCE See page 22 for more information.
Duration 4 years full time, 8 years part
time QUT organises Professional Experience
placements to give you the opportunity to ENTRY AND OTHER
Prerequisites English (4 SA),
Maths A, B or C (4 SA), and Science* (4 SA) work in a range of real school classrooms REQUIREMENTS
OP Guarantee Yes^
and other settings, supervised by For detailed information about the
practising professional educators. entry requirements and other important
Entry February and July
You may also have the opportunity to gain information for this course see page 26.
See page 26 for detailed entry requirements. extra experience through other programs
offered by QUT. See pages 6–7 for more
COURSE UPDATES
information.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? At the time of printing, this course was
Primary teaching is a stimulating and being updated to meet the latest teaching
rewarding career. As a primary school CAREER OUTCOMES standards and professional accreditation
teacher, you will provide the foundation You will be prepared to teach Prep to Year was being sought through Queensland
for lifelong learning in young minds. 6 in a primary school. Teachers develop a College of Teachers, and the Australian
range of skills which, in combination with Institute for Teaching and School
The course will prepare you to create
work experience and personal qualities, Leadership. For the latest course details
learning experiences that will encourage,
equip them for a variety of career paths. visit www.qut.edu.au/study
challenge, support and extend all
Your qualification can also allow you to
learners. You’ll be qualified to teach
work across Australia and overseas.
primary subjects in the Australian
Curriculum and other frameworks.
You will develop your own creative
approaches to respond to the diverse
needs of your students.
Evening classes may be available for some units.
Admission in July is with suitable advanced standing (credit) only. Your course progression and duration will be subject to the advanced standing granted.
* Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Marine Science, Marine Studies, Physics or Science21.
^ If you receive an OP 1–5 or equivalent, and meet the course prerequisites and additional entry requirements, you’re guaranteed an offer for this course.
14 For more detail about this course and OP/selection rank, see the online course information at www.qut.edu.au/studyLUA TUIGAMAL A
I get to play an important role
in shaping the education path
children take. Having a teacher
who understood my needs made
all the difference for me, so that’s
what I want to do for my students.
QUT gave me the opportunity to
learn first-hand in local schools,
rural and remote communities,
and overseas. I worked with
experienced teachers who
showed me how to create a
positive rapport with each student
and build trust and respect.
15BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION (SECONDARY)
2018 OP (including adjustments) 13 SECONDARY TEACHING AREAS COURSE LOCATION
2018 selection rank (including adjustments) 71
• biology This course is based at Kelvin Grove
• chemistry campus, however, depending on your
QTAC code February: 404492, July: 403492
• earth and environmental science chosen teaching areas, you may need to
Campus Kelvin Grove
• English complete some units at Gardens Point
Duration 4 years full time, 8 years part campus. A free shuttle bus runs regularly
time • geography
between the campuses.
Prerequisites English (4 SA), • health and physical education
Maths A, B or C (4 SA) • history
mathematics*
GRADUATE ENTRY
OP Guarantee Yes^ •
If you already hold a degree in an area
Entry February and July • mathematics extension
other than education, a Master of
See page 26 for detailed entry requirements. • physics
Teaching may be suitable for you.
See page 24 for more information.
REAL EXPERIENCE
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
QUT organises Professional Experience
As a secondary teacher, you can ENTRY AND OTHER
placements to give you the opportunity
contribute to the development and further REQUIREMENTS
to work in real school classrooms,
the growth of young adults, and share For detailed information about the
supervised by practising professional
your passion for your chosen teaching entry requirements and other important
educators. You may also have the
areas. information for this course see page 26.
opportunity to gain extra experience
You will be a qualified specialist in your through other programs offered by QUT.
teaching areas and learn to effectively See pages 6–7 for more information. COURSE UPDATES
teach subjects in the Australian At the time of printing, this course was
Curriculum and other frameworks. You’ll CAREER OUTCOMES being updated to meet the latest teaching
be encouraged to create future-focused standards and professional accreditation
Graduates will have a solid foundation
learning opportunities for your students was being sought through Queensland
of knowledge to teach in secondary
and be equipped with positive strategies College of Teachers, and the Australian
schools. Your career will be guided by,
to manage your classrooms. Institute for Teaching and School
but not limited to, your chosen teaching
Leadership. For the latest course details
areas. Teachers develop a range of
FLEXIBLE STUDY visit www.qut.edu.au/study
skills which, in combination with work
Choose the part-time or full-time course experience and personal qualities, equip
to suit your circumstances and lifestyle. them for a variety of career paths. Your
qualification can also allow you to work
across Australia and overseas.
Evening classes may be available for some
units.
Admission in July is with suitable advanced
standing (credit) only. Your course progression
and duration will be subject to the advanced
standing granted.
^ If you receive an OP 1–5 or equivalent, and
meet the course prerequisites and additional
entry requirements, you’re guaranteed an offer
for this course.
* The mathematics teaching area assumes
sound achievement in at least Mathematics A
(or equivalent).
p The mathematics extension teaching area
assumes sound achievement in Mathematics
B and/or Mathematics C (or equivalent). This
teaching area is subject to approval.
For more detail about this course and OP/
selection rank, see the online course information
at www.qut.edu.au/study
16Your secondary teaching options
Choose two teaching areas from this list to give you a broad background and to maximise your employment opportunities. If you can’t decide,
the best advice is to follow your passion and select senior subjects you enjoyed at school. You need to choose two different teaching areas—
you won’t be able to choose two science, or two mathematics teaching areas.
Teaching areas
BIOLOGY – Biology teachers have the opportunity to appeal to HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION – Healthy, active
students’ curiosity about nature. You can teach students how the natural living benefits individuals and societies in many ways. As a teacher
world works, and how to grow and protect it. of health and physical education you have the opportunity to work
with students to enhance their own and others’ health, wellbeing and
physical activity participation in a range of varied and changing contexts.
CHEMISTRY – Chemistry teachers play a central role in developing HISTORY – Studying history teaches students critical inquiry
students’ scientific literacy as chemistry is the enabling science skills. History teachers lead students to actively investigate the past
fundamental to many other scientific disciplines including biotechnology, and ask meaningful questions. You will learn to present sources
environmental science, geosciences, materials science and food as evidence and guide students in their investigation, analysis and
science. interpretation of the past so they can become informed citizens.
EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE – Earth and MATHEMATICS – Mathematics teachers play a central role in
environmental science teachers help students to become active developing students’ essential scientific and numeracy capabilities.
citizens who understand that the Earth is an amazing place. You can Students develop fundamental skills across number and algebra,
help them understand the natural processes acting in and upon our measurement and geometry, and statistics and probability.
planet, and its history, along with providing in-depth knowledge of Mathematics teachers have the opportunity to prepare students for
the mechanisms, natural processes and human impacts that shape learning in a range of disciplines and provide them with the skills they
environmental systems. will need in their personal life and career.
ENGLISH – The English teaching area prepares future English MATHEMATICS EXTENSION – Mathematics teachers
teachers to creatively and competently put into practice the can engage and extend advanced learners to help them develop
knowledge of the English discipline, which covers literature, screen thorough and rigorous skills, which can be applied to a range of other
and media studies, and language. As an English teacher you will disciplines.
assist students in becoming multiliterate citizens and creative
thinkers, writers, speakers and shapers.
GEOGRAPHY – Geography fosters students’ sense of wonder, PHYSICS – Physics teachers play a central role in developing
curiosity and respect for places, people, cultures and environments. students’ scientific literacy. Physics deals with the natural laws and
As a geography teacher you can help students become informed, processes, and the states and properties of matter, energy, space and
responsible and active citizens who can contribute to the time. You will help students to understand physics and the roles it has
development of a socially just and environmentally and economically played in recent advances in information technology, medicine and
sustainable world. biotechnology, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics and relativity.
BRIANNA MADSEN
When I was in high school,
I had a couple of teachers who
really inspired me and made me
love particular subjects. I want
to pass my knowledge and love
for maths and science on to the
generations to come.
The practical learning at QUT is
fantastic. I can already see my
confidence and skills growing.
By the end of the degree, I'm
confident I will be ready to teach
a class of teenagers.
This teaching area is subject to approval. 17STEPHANIE
SUDMALIS
I love my two teaching areas,
geography and English, and being
able to explore these areas on a
daily basis is very rewarding.
I commenced my teaching
career at Beenleigh State High
School. I undertook Professional
Experience placements at this
school, and fell in love with the
teaching and school community.
I am very grateful for the support
that QUT staff have provided me
in getting to this stage.
18DOUBLE DEGREES
In 2019 we plan to offer double degrees and graduate with a combination of You can complete your studies in less
in secondary education (subject to final skills. These skill sets will enable you to time than two single degrees and save
approval). These double degrees are forge unique careers and easily transition time and money.
designed to give you the opportunity to between jobs and industries.
broaden and deepen your specialisation,
Combine a degree in with a degree in Career opportunities
Secondary Business Explore rewarding careers in secondary school teaching and the modern business world.
education
Fine arts Create original content for the creative industries, or apply your creative abilities to educational
Teaching areas: settings and the teaching profession. You can pursue a secondary teaching career with two teaching
• English areas, one being a fine arts teaching area. Choose from fine arts majors in creative writing; dance;
drama; film, screen and new media; music or visual arts.
• geography
• history Information technology Work in a range of roles and industries to apply new technologies to business or education
enterprises. You can also work as a secondary school teacher with two teaching areas, one being
• mathematics
information technology.
These double degrees will be offered from 2019, subject to final approval.
See page 29 for campus, duration, prerequisites and entry requirements.
NICOLE GALEA
Following a professional dance
career, I made the transition to
dance teacher in a school. I love
watching people discover dance,
and passing on my knowledge.
I especially find it rewarding to
give children the skills to get
on stage and perform. Their
excitement and enthusiasm is
contagious and the pride and
confidence they acquire makes
my job very worthwhile. I have
also been a guest writer for the
implementation of the Australian
Curriculum in dance.
19MASTER OF
TEACHING (EARLY CHILDHOOD)
2018 selection rank (including adjustments) 93 FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
QTAC code February Kelvin Grove: 424102, Choose the part-time or full-time course to
February external: 424105, July Kelvin suit your circumstances and lifestyle. You Year 1—Semester 1
Grove: 423102, July external: 423105 can study on campus or online, depending
Campus Kelvin Grove and external on your preferred learning style. • child and adolescent development
• how to innovate with digital technologies
Duration 2 years full time, 4 years part
time or 2–4 years external • culture studies in Indigenous education
CUSTOMISE YOUR DEGREE • teaching in new times
OP Guarantee No As this course qualifies you to teach • learn innovative methods to teach
Entry February and July to Year 3, you will undertake a primary reading and writing
See page 26 for detailed entry requirements. specialisation as required by the Australian • teach English as an additional language/
Institute for Teaching and School dialect
Leadership. This will enhance your skills
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? in national areas of priority for a primary Year 1—Semester 2
The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) school setting. You can choose from:
will allow you to obtain a teaching • curriculum planning for teaching diverse
• maths/numeracy learners
qualification if you have a bachelor degree science
• • leadership and entrepreneurial thinking
in a field other than education.
• English/literacy. • mathematics, numeracy and introductory
The course is designed to complement coding
content knowledge obtained from your • create engaging science experiences for
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE young learners
previous qualification, and the breadth of
Professional Experience placements give Professional Experience:
life and other experiences you can draw
you the opportunity to work in real school 10 days (birth to 2 years)
on in the role of early childhood teacher.
classrooms, childcare settings and 15 days (kindergarten)
You will learn innovative ways to provide kindergartens.
foundation programs for young learners
Year 2—Semester 1
from birth to eight years of age, setting
CAREER OUTCOMES
up these children for their lifelong learning
As an early childhood specialist, you • English language and writing
journey. development
will be prepared to work as a qualified
You will be supported by specialist early • geometry, algebra, statistics and
teacher in early childhood education and
probability
childhood academics and will experience care settings, kindergarten and Prep • dance, drama, media arts, music and
real-world opportunities that prepare you to Year 3 in primary school. A masters visual arts
to teach in early childhood. Our future- qualification can set you up for leadership • problem-solving and digital innovation
focused course will equip you with the roles in the sector. Your qualification can • use evidence to inform your own
broad range of skills and capabilities also allow you to work across Australia professional practice
to manage learning programs, and to and overseas. Professional Experience:
develop your own professional identity as 20 days (Year 1 to Year 3)
a teacher.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Year 2—Semester 2
This course meets professional teaching
BE IN DEMAND standards for the Australian Institute for
• child wellbeing and health and safety
There has never been a better time to Teaching and School Leadership and • health and physical education curriculum
study to become an early childhood Queensland College of Teachers. At the • humanities and social science curriculum
teacher in Queensland. The most recent time of printing, accreditation was being • research and measure your skills and
Queensland Early Childhood Education sought through the Australian Children’s ability to the Australian Professional
and Care census identified a significant Education and Care Quality Authority Standards for Teachers
shortfall in the number of specialist early framework. Graduates are eligible to Professional Experience:
childhood teachers needed to lead apply for teacher registration. 25 days (Prep)
approved kindergarten programs in long
day care and kindergarten services. With
the planned introduction of new national
ENTRY AND OTHER
requirements for a second early childhood REQUIREMENTS
teacher in most long day care services, For detailed information about the
demand is set to increase. This puts you, entry requirements and other important
as an early childhood graduate teacher, information for this course see page 26.
in the box seat for leadership in the early
childhood education and care sector.
Evening classes may be available for some units.
Admission in July is with suitable advanced standing (credit) only. Your course progression and duration will be subject to the advanced standing granted.
20 For more detail about this course and selection rank, see the online course information at www.qut.edu.au/studyJO TREGENZA
I returned to study after a long
break and found external study
was the perfect solution to
balancing the busyness of work,
family and study. The online
resources available at QUT were
vital to my success, and I accessed
the extensive range of resources
available in the education
curriculum collection for students
to take on Professional Experience
placements. I have secured my first
teaching job in a prep class and
can’t wait to get started.
21MASTER OF
TEACHING (PRIMARY)
2018 selection rank (including adjustments) 93 CUSTOMISE YOUR DEGREE COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
QTAC code February Kelvin Grove: 424301, As this course qualifies you to teach
February external: 424305, July Kelvin from Prep to Year 6, you will undertake Year 1—Semester 1
Grove: 423301, July external: 423305 a primary specialisation as required by
Campus Kelvin Grove and external the Australian Institute for Teaching and • child and adolescent development
School Leadership. This will enhance • how to innovate with digital technologies
Duration 2 years full time, 4 years part
time or 2–4 years external your skills in national areas of priority • culture studies in Indigenous education
for a primary school setting. You can • teaching in new times
OP Guarantee No
• learn innovative methods to teach
choose from:
Entry February and July reading and writing
• maths/numeracy teach English as an additional language/
See page 26 for detailed entry requirements. •
• science dialect
• English/literacy.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? Year 1—Semester 2
The Master of Teaching (Primary) will set PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
you on the path to a primary teaching • curriculum planning for teaching diverse
Professional Experience placements will learners
career if you have a bachelor degree in a
give you the opportunity to work in real • leadership and entrepreneurial thinking
field other than education.
school classrooms. • mathematics, numeracy and introductory
The course is designed to complement coding
content knowledge obtained from your • create engaging science experiences for
CAREER OUTCOMES young learners
previous qualification, and the breadth of
As a primary specialist, you will be Professional Experience: 15 days
life and other experiences you can draw
prepared to teach all years in a primary
on in the teaching profession. The course
school (Prep to Year 6). Your qualification Year 2—Semester 1
will ensure you are well prepared for your
can also allow you to work across
Professional Experience placements in
Australia and overseas. English language and writing
real school settings and you’ll also be •
development
supported by a supervising teacher in the
geometry, algebra, statistics and
classroom. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION •
probability
This course meets professional teaching dance, drama, media arts, music and
A future-focused philosophy ensures •
standards for the Australian Institute visual arts
you’ll have the key capabilities to be
for Teaching and School Leadership • problem-solving and digital innovation
an innovative teacher in the primary
and Queensland College of Teachers. • inform your professional practice with
classrooms of today and tomorrow.
Graduates are eligible to apply for teacher evidence
Your professional identity will also be
registration. Professional Experience: 20 days
developed during the course and you’ll
be prepared to manage classrooms, key
relationships, and your own personal ENTRY AND OTHER Year 2—Semester 2
wellbeing. REQUIREMENTS
• child wellbeing and health and safety
For detailed information about the • health and physical education curriculum
FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS entry requirements and other important • humanities and social science curriculum
Choose the part-time or full-time course to information for this course see page 26. • research and measure your skills
and ability to Australian Professional
suit your circumstances and lifestyle. You
Standards for Teachers
can study on campus or online, depending
on your preferred learning style. Professional Experience: 25 days
Evening classes may be available for some units.
Admission in July is with suitable advanced standing (credit) only. Your course progression and duration will be subject to the advanced standing granted.
22 For more detail about this course and selection rank, see the online course information at www.qut.edu.au/studyK ATHLEEN LIDDLE
QUT made me think and be
creative with how I structure
and manage my classroom. This
has made me confident to take
calculated risks and try different
things to engage my students.
My time on Professional
Experience was great. I visited
some wonderful schools and was
able to apply the content and
behaviour management techniques
I learned at QUT. I made real-world
connections that helped me secure
a teaching position.
23MASTER OF
TEACHING (SECONDARY)
2018 selection rank (including adjustments) 93 SECONDARY TEACHING AREAS COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
QTAC code February Kelvin Grove: 424401,
• dance education
February external: 424405, July Kelvin • drama education Year 1—Semester 1
Grove: 423401, July external: 423405 • English education
Campus Kelvin Grove and external • how to innovate with digital technologies
• film and media education
• child and adolescent development (birth
Duration 2 years full time, 4 years part • mathematics education to 18 years)
time or 2–4 years external
• middle years music education • teach English as an additional language/
OP Guarantee No dialect
• music (secondary) education
Entry February and July • culture studies in Indigenous education
• science education (biology)
• teaching in new times
See page 26 for detailed entry requirements. • science education (chemistry) • classroom organisation and
• science education (earth and management strategies
environmental science) introduction to curriculum—Years 7–10
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
•
• science education (physics)
The Master of Teaching (Secondary)
• social education (geography) Year 1—Semester 2
can transform your prior studies and
experience into a teaching qualification. • social education (history)
• curriculum planning for teaching diverse
If you have a bachelor degree in a field • visual arts education
learners
other than education this course can • leadership and entrepreneurial thinking
offer a pathway to a rewarding career in PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE • design engaging learning experiences for
teaching. Professional Experience placements will junior secondary
give you the opportunity to work in real Professional Experience: 15 days
Bring your passion for knowledge and
school classrooms.
your work and life experience to the
teaching profession. At QUT, you’ll learn to Year 2—Semester 1
be an agile and innovative teacher for the CAREER OUTCOMES
classrooms of the 21st century. Curriculum As a secondary specialist, you will be • teaching, learning and assessment in
Year 11–12 subject areas
studies will prepare you to use your prepared to teach in schools with your
• developmental, socio-emotional and
existing knowledge to develop and plan career guided by, but not limited to, your learning characteristics of adolescent
effective teaching strategies to respond to two teaching areas. Your qualification can learners
the diverse needs of your students. Key also allow you to work across Australia Professional Experience: 20 days
capabilities in classroom and behaviour and overseas.
management will be developed before
Year 2—Semester 2
you undertake your first Professional
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Experience in a school setting. research and measure your skills
This course meets professional teaching •
You will engage in up-to-date and and ability to Australian Professional
standards for the Australian Institute
Standards for Teachers
relevant learning experiences designed for Teaching and School Leadership • independent project in your teaching
to prepare you for your new career. You and Queensland College of Teachers. areas
will have opportunities to develop and Graduates are eligible to apply for teacher • choose an elective subject
reflect on your own professional identity registration. Professional Experience: 25 days
and explore the range of possible career
directions available to you.
ENTRY AND OTHER
REQUIREMENTS
FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS For detailed information on the entry
Choose the part-time or full-time course to requirements and other important
suit your circumstances and lifestyle. You information for this course see page 26.
can study on campus or online, depending
on your preferred learning style.
Evening classes may be available for some units.
Admission in July is with suitable advanced standing (credit) only. Your course progression and duration will be subject to the advanced standing granted.
24 For more detail about this course and selection rank, see the online course information at www.qut.edu.au/studyYou can also read
