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TEACHING
AND EDUCATION
2019
WE ARE WESTERN SYDNEY
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
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TEACHING AND EDUCATION 2019 WHY STUDY AT WESTERN SYDNEY? 6 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
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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
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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.
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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).
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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.”
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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.
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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.”
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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 17TEACHING 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 UniversityTEACHING 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 19TEACHING 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 UniversityTEACHING 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 21TEACHING 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 UniversityTEACHING 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
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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.
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