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Monash University Handbook 2011Undergraduate courses by faculty: Faculty of EducationFaculty of Education courses collation-ug-byfaculty-edu 2296 - Bachelor of Adult Learning and DevelopmentThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThis course is designed specifically for people currently working in the field of adult learning and development who wish to upgrade their formal qualifications, gain recognition for prior work experience, and improve their theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. Completion of this course will lead to a recognised tertiary degree in adult and vocational education and training that will place graduates at the forefront of professional knowledge and practice and give them a competitive edge in the employment market. Opportunities exist for further study at honours or masters level. ObjectivesThis course aims to develop highly qualified educational professionals and leaders who can facilitate the learning and development of individuals and enterprises within local and global communities. Upon successful completion of the course, it is expected that participants will have:
StructureStudents receive recognition of prior learning and complete compulsory units. RequirementsStudents enter directly into the second year of the course. The second and third years of the course comprise 16 compulsory units. First-year level
Second-year level
Third-year level
Award(s)Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development 1541 - Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThe Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education (primary) combines specific studies with the theory and practice of primary teaching. The education degree provides a comprehensive knowledge of the theoretical foundations of education, curriculum studies and practical experiences in schools and other appropriate settings, with the opportunity to gain overseas or remote practical experiences. When students take the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education double degree, they are able to complete both courses in four years of full-time study at a normal course load for each year. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
For objectives of the Arts component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/0002.html FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Those students who are employed in schools must complete a minimum of 50 per cent of supervised placement in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in arts and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsArts componentStudies in arts (96 points) includes: (a.) an arts major (48 points) (b.) an arts minor in a different area of study (24 points) (c.) a first-year arts sequence in a third area of study (12 points) (d.) another 12 points of arts at first, second or third-year level Refer to the Faculty of Arts areas of study in this Handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html for a list of the arts disciplines available. Education componentStudies in education (96 points) includes:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Primary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---primary.html. Award(s)Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Education 1641 - Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionSecondary school teachers are specialists in one or more areas within a school curriculum, allowing them to focus on subjects and issues of personal interest. The Monash double degree gives students the ability to deepen their understanding of the areas they intend to teach in schools by offering a choice of more than 50 subject areas within the Bachelor of Arts. This approach enables students to also pursue professional development opportunities in business, industry, government or the community as well as teaching. Students put their learning into action through practical experiences, completing professional placements in secondary schools and other settings, including opportunities for overseas or remote practical experiences. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will:
For objectives of the Arts component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/0002.html FieldworkThe course includes a minimum of 80 days of placement, with some placement being undertaken in each year of the course. In first, second and third year, placements are tied to education units offered. In fourth year, the 50 days of placement are tied to the four professional experience units. These placements involve a program of field visits to different educational sites and include structured teaching experience. Students must be available to undertake these on a full-time basis for several weeks at a time. For full-time students placement is typically conducted in two blocks of five weeks, one each semester. For part-time students it is typically conducted in four blocks of two to three weeks, one block in each of four semesters. These units are taken concurrently with enrolment in the core curriculum units and the curriculum specialism units. They provide supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of the student's curriculum units while on school placement. Students who are employed in schools must complete at least 25 days of supervised school placement in a setting other than the school at which they are employed. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as secondary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in arts and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsArts componentStudies in arts (96 points) includes: (a.) an arts major (48 points) (b.) an arts minor in a different area of study (24 points) (c.) a first-year arts sequence in a third area of study (12 points) (d.) another 12 points of arts at first, second or third-year level Refer to the Faculty of Arts areas of study in this Handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html for a list of the arts disciplines available. Education componentStudies in education (108 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Secondary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---secondary.html. Students need to be aware that their major and minor studies in arts must satisfy the requirements for the study of two curriculum specialism units in their fourth year and the requirements for employment laid down by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Generally, to qualify for secondary curriculum specialism units, a candidate will require a minimum of two years of full-time academic study in that discipline. There are additional requirements for some disciplines. Students should refer to the VIT website at http://www.vit.vic.edu.au in consultation with their course adviser. Award(s)Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Education 3727 - Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionOn completion of the Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Education (primary) program of studies, graduates will have a sound preparation for entry into the business and commerce and/or education and training professions. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of the education component of this course it is expected that students will have:
For objectives of the Bachelor of Business and Commerce component of this double degree refer to http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/2224.html FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Those students who are employed in schools must complete a minimum of 50 per cent of supervised placement in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. The Bachelor of Business and Commerce is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html StructureThis course comprises studies in the business and commerce and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. The Bachelor of Business and Commerce course structure has three main components:
RequirementsBusiness and Commerce component16 units (96 points) from the Bachelor of Business and Commerce program comprising: All unit codes displaying a 'G' as the third character are offered by OCL. (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units* (48 pts)
* Depending on the major chosen, one or more of the units in the major may have already been studied as part of the group of common core units - where this is the case, students will complete additional unit/s as detailed below. (iii.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 pts). Additional degree requirements:
Education componentStudies in education (96 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Primary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---primary.html. Areas of StudyBusiness and Commerce component
Education componentAward(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Business and Commerce 3202 - Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor RecreationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionGraduates of the program will have qualifications which enable them to enter the sport and outdoor recreation and tourism industries supported by a sound knowledge of business/commerce. ObjectivesThe major aim of this double-degree program is to foster the development of confident and competent professionals, combining knowledge and skills from the fields of business, sport and outdoor recreation, and health and wellbeing promotion. Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
For objectives of the Bachelor of Business and Commerce component of this double degree refer to http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/2224.html Professional recognitionThis degree with relevant units is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThis course comprises studies in business and commerce and studies in sport and outdoor recreation incorporating compulsory and elective units. The Bachelor of Business and Commerce course structure has three main components:
RequirementsBusiness and Commerce component16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce comprising: All unit codes displaying a 'G' as the third character are offered by OCL. (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 pts):
(iii.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 pts). Additional degree requirements:
Sport and Outdoor Recreation componentStudies in sport and outdoor recreation (96 points) from the Faculty of Education, comprising: First year
Second year
Third year
Fourth year
BSOR elective units
Field experienceDepending upon sport and outdoor recreation units studied, students must successfully complete the outdoor experiences and physical activity requirements of each unit. Areas of StudyBusiness and commerce component
Education componentProgression to further studiesTo be eligible to progress to a graduate diploma specialism:
Award(s)Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation Bachelor of Business and Commerce 2026 - Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionIn the process of studying the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Education (secondary) program of studies, students will engage in a range of teaching and learning approaches, in university and fieldwork settings. On completion of the program of studies, graduates will have a sound preparation for entry into the business and/or the education and training professions. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will:
For objectives of the Bacelor of Commerce component of this double degree refer to http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/0179.html FieldworkThe course includes a minimum of 80 days of placement, with some placement being undertaken in each year of the course. In first, second and third year, placements are tied to education units offered. In fourth year, the 50 days of placement are tied to the four professional experience units. These placements involve a program of field visits to different educational sites and include structured teaching experience. Students must be available to undertake these on a full-time basis for several weeks at a time. For full-time students placement is typically conducted in two blocks of five weeks, one each semester. For part-time students it is typically conducted in four blocks of two to three weeks, one block in each of four semesters. These units are taken concurrently with enrolment in the core curriculum units and the curriculum specialism units. They provide supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of the student's curriculum units while on school placement. Students who are employed in schools must complete at least 25 days of supervised school placement in a setting other than the school at which they are employed. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as secondary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. The Bachelor of Commerce component of this degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThis course comprises studies in commerce and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsCommerce componentStudents complete a major specialisation in accounting, economics or management taught by the Faculty of Business and Economics and should ensure that their commerce unit choices meet the requirements of their chosen teaching specialisations, which is:
16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus comprising: (i.) Six compulsory common core units (36 points)
(ii.) at least two units from the following list (12 points)
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points)*
* Depending on the major chosen, one or more of the units in the major may have already been studied as part of the group of common core units - where this is the case, students will complete additional unit/s as detailed below. (iv.) additional units from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units. Additional Bachelor of Commerce degree requirements:
Education componentStudies in education (108 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Secondary' area of study at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---secondary.html. Students need to be aware that their major and minor studies in commerce must satisfy the requirements for the study of two curriculum specialism units in their fourth year and the requirements for employment laid down by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Students are advised to consult the VIT website at http://www.vit.vic.edu.au in consultation with their course adviser. Generally, to qualify for a secondary teaching discipline, a candidate will require a minimum of two years of full-time academic study in that discipline. There are additional requirements for some disciplines. Students must have their program of study approved by the course adviser before commencement of the relevant year. Areas of StudyCommerce componentEducation componentAward(s)Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Education 1515 - Bachelor of Early Childhood EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThis course is designed to fully prepare students for a career in a range of early childhood educational settings. The course explores a wide range of issues in teaching and children's learning, and covers the key learning areas of the arts, literacy, numeracy, health, wellbeing, physical education, science, Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE), and technology. It also provides recognised teaching qualifications in primary and early childhood settings. ObjectivesThis course is designed to provide students with a program of studies and experiences, which should enable them to:
FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 130 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Those students who are employed in schools must complete a minimum of 50 per cent of supervised placement in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates will be eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria, and qualified for employment in preschools, childcare centres, primary schools, and other children's services and specialist early childhood settings in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in teaching and curriculum and studies in education, especially early childhood education, incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsFirst year
Second year
Third year
Fourth year
Minimum grade for course completionCandidates must satisfactorily complete all units and receive a satisfactory teaching assessment to be eligible for the award. Award(s)Bachelor of Early Childhood Education 3708 - Bachelor of Early Childhood StudiesThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThis course is intended for students who have completed a Diploma of Community Services (Children's Services) or an equivalent and who wish to develop advanced skills and experience in teaching in early childhood education. It is especially suitable for those wishing to upgrade their qualifications to a teaching degree suitable for prior-to-school settings. ObjectivesThe broad objective of this course is to provide early childhood educators with the additional skills and understandings necessary to teach across a range of early childhood education settings, including kindergarten. It is expected that students will develop:
FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised early childhood education experience. Those who are employed in early childhood settings must complete a minimum of 40 days of supervised fieldwork in a setting other than the one in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates will be eligible for appointment as kindergarten teachers in pre-schools or childcare centres in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises compulsory units and professional experience placements. RequirementsFirst year
Second year
Third year
* Applicants with significant work history in the field would be eligible to apply for up to a further six months of credit based on recognition of prior learning (RPL) and would not be required to complete these units. Minimum grade for course completionCandidates must satisfactorily complete each of the 16 units of study and receive a satisfactory teaching assessment to be eligible for the award. Award(s)Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies 2025 - Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionOn completion of the Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education (secondary) program of studies, graduates will have a sound preparation for entry into the music education and training professions. The course design draws on important traditional approaches to teaching and learning, and brings together the latest theory, practice and research. There is an emphasis on ethical reflexive practices and the development of an engaged professional identity. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will:
For description and objectives for the music component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/0821.html FieldworkThe course includes a minimum of 80 days of placement, with some placement being undertaken in each year of the course. In first, second and third year, placements are tied to education units offered. In fourth year, the 50 days of placement are tied to the four professional experience units. These placements involve a program of field visits to different educational sites and include structured teaching experience. Students must be available to undertake these on a full-time basis for several weeks at a time. For full time students placement is typically conducted in two blocks of five weeks, one each semester. For part-time students it is typically conducted in four blocks of two to three weeks, one block in each of four semesters. These units are taken concurrently with enrolment in the core curriculum units and the curriculum specialism units. They provide supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of the student's curriculum units while on school placement. Students who are employed in schools must complete at least 25 days of supervised school placement in a setting other than the school at which they are employed. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as secondary teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in music and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsMusic componentStudies in music (108 points) comprises: (a.) a primary music major (48 points) (b.) two music minors (48 points) (c.) further third year level music units (12 points) For information on the requirements for these areas of study visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-music.html. Education componentStudies in education (108 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Secondary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---secondary.html. Students need to be aware that their major and minor studies in music must satisfy the requirements for the study of two curriculum specialism units in their fourth year and the requirements for employment laid down by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Students are advised to consult the VIT website at http://www.vit.vic.edu.au in consultation with their course adviser. Generally, to qualify for secondary curriculum specialism units, a candidate will require a minimum of two years of full-time academic study in that discipline. There are additional requirements for some disciplines. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Music 3717 - Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionOn completion of the Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education (primary) program of studies, graduates will have a sound preparation for entry into the music education and training professions. This course provides the opportunity to focus on music concepts as well as the theory and practice of teaching, and qualifies graduates as primary school teachers in Victoria. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
For description and objectives for the music component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/0821.html FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Those students who are employed in schools must complete a minimum of 50 per cent of supervised placement in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in music and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsMusic componentStudies in music (108 points) comprises: (a.) a chief music major (48 points) (b.) two music minors (48 points) (c.) further third year level music units (12 points) For information on the requirements for these areas of study visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-music.html. Education componentStudies in education (96 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Primary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---primary.html. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Music 1514 - Bachelor of Primary EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThis is a specialised course designed to fully prepare students for careers as teachers in primary schools. It provides graduates with a comprehensive background in primary education. Students study a range of units that provide them with essential understandings relating to children's learning and teaching, and units that cover each of the key learning areas of the primary school curriculum ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
* Optional specialisation for Gippsland students. FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Students who are employed in schools must complete at least 50 per cent of their supervised fieldwork in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. Students undertaking the middle school option available at Gippsland will be eligible for registration and employment in Victoria to teach P-10 in their discipline area for the secondary years. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises core and elective education units and disipline studies, incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. Students on the Peninsula campus complete a broad selection of 10 discipline units in the Faculty of Education. Students on the Gippsland campus complete two discipline sequences (six units plus four units) or three discipline sequences (two units plus four units plus four units) in other partner faculties. One of these sequences must be in the areas of science or mathematics. Middle school specialism (Gippsland only)Gippsland students have the option of completing a middle school specialisation where their four education electives will be replaced with two middle school units and two specialism units (for teaching years 7-10) related to their chosen discipline sequences. These students will be required to do 25 days placement in a secondary school, and 55 days placement in a primary school. RequirementsFirst yearSemester 1
Peninsula onlyGippsland only
Semester 2
Peninsula onlyGippsland only
Second yearSemester 1
Peninsula only
Gippsland only
Semester 2
Peninsula only
Gippsland only
Third yearSemester 1Peninsula only
Gippsland only
Semester 2
Peninsula only
Gippsland only
Fourth yearSemester 1
Peninsula only
Gippsland only
Semester 2Award(s)Bachelor of Primary Education 1633 - Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThe course design draws on important traditional approaches to teaching and learning, and brings together the latest theory, practice and research. There is an emphasis on ethical reflexive practices and the development of an engaged professional identity. Upon completion of this program of studies, graduates will have a sound preparation for entry into the science and/or education and training professions, in a range of science education contexts, including schools, industry and community-based settings. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will:
For description and objectives of the Science component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/0050.html FieldworkThe course includes a minimum of 80 days of placement, with some placement being undertaken in each year of the course:
Students must be available to undertake these placements on a full-time basis for several weeks at a time. For full-time students placement is typically conducted in two blocks of five weeks, one each semester. For part-time students it is typically conducted in four blocks of two to three weeks, one block in each of four semesters. These placement units are taken concurrently with enrolment in the core curriculum units and the curriculum specialism units. They provide supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of the student's curriculum units while on school placement. Students who are employed in schools must complete at least 25 days of supervised school placement in a setting other than the school at which they are employed. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as secondary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in science and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsScience componentStudies in science (96 points) comprising:
Students must also complete:
plus one of*:
* The unit(s) taken will depend on the student's mathematics background and interests. The statistics units SCI1020 and STA1010 are normally recommended for students planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as the life sciences. SCI1020 is for students without a strong mathematics background, while STA1010 requires Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Mathematical Methods 3 and 4 (or equivalent). The mathematical methods units MTH1020 and MTH1030 are recommended for students with an interest in mathematics and/or physics. MTH1030 requires VCE Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) or MTH1020. Students with a strong mathematics background and a keen interest in the subject could replace the units MTH1030 and MTH2010 with their advanced versions MTH1035 and MTH2015 respectively. Enrolment in these units is with permission from the Head of School of Mathematics. Within the science component of the double degree, students cannot include more than 36 points of level-one science units and no less than 24 points of level-three science units overall. The science studies must be chosen from the approved science units and sequences for the relevant campus of study listed in the 'Science areas of study and sequences section' of this Handbook available from http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/undergrad/sci.html. Education componentStudies in education (108 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Secondary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---secondary.html. Students need to be aware that their major and minor studies in science must satisfy the requirements for the study of two curriculum specialism units in their fourth year and the requirements for employment laid down by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Students are advised to consult the VIT website at http://www.vit.vic.edu.au in consultation with their course adviser. Generally, to qualify for a secondary teaching discipline, a candidate will require a minimum of two years of full-time academic study in that discipline. There are additional requirements for some disciplines. Progression to further studiesStudents may apply for admission to an honours program in science, following the completion of an approved combination of at least 144 points of units including all of the science requirements for the double degree course. Students who are considering doing honours in science prior to completing the double degree should consult with the Faculty of Science regarding their unit selection prior to re-enrolling for level three. Alternative exit(s)Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Science prior to the completion of the double degree course must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the science requirements for the double degree course. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Science 3711 - Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThis double degree course provides the opportunity to focus on science concepts as well as the theory and practice of teaching. On completion of this program of studies, graduates will have a sound preparation for entry into the science and/or education and training professions. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
For description and objectives of the science component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/0050.html FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Those students who are employed in schools must complete a minimum of 50 per cent of supervised placement in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities StructureThis course comprises studies in science and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsScience componentStudies in science (96 points) comprising:
Students must also complete:
plus one of:*
* The unit(s) taken will depend on the student's mathematics background and interests. The statistics units SCI1020 and STA1010 are normally recommended for students planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as the life sciences. SCI1020 is for students without a strong mathematics background, while STA1010 requires Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Mathematical Methods 3 and 4 (or equivalent). The mathematical methods units MTH1020 and MTH1030 are recommended for students with an interest in mathematics and/or physics. MTH1030 requires VCE Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) or MTH1020. Students with a strong mathematics background and a keen interest in the subject could replace the units MTH1030 and MTH2010 with their advanced versions MTH1035 and MTH2015 respectively. Enrolment in these units is with permission from the Head of School of Mathematics. Within the science component of the double degree, students cannot include more than 36 points at level one science units and no less than 24 points at level three of science units overall. The science studies must be chosen from the approved science units and sequences for the relevant campus of study (Peninsula students refer to the Clayton science areas of study) listed in the 'Science areas of study and sequences' section of this handbook available at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/undergrad/sci.html. For course advice regarding the science component of the double degree contact the Faculty of Science at http://www.sci.monash.edu.au. Education componentStudies in education (96 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Primary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---primary.html. Progression to further studiesStudents may apply for admission to an honours program in science, following the completion of an approved combination of at least 144 points of units including all of the science requirements for the double degree course. Students who are considering doing honours in science prior to completing the double degree should consult with the Faculty of Science regarding their unit selection prior to re-enrolling for level three. Alternative exit(s)Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Science prior to the completion of the double degree course must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the science requirements for the double degree course. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Science 2069 - Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor RecreationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThis course offers an interdisciplinary program which focuses specifically on the employment and training needs of those employed in the expanding sport and outdoor recreation industries. The course offers sequences of units for students in areas such as outdoor leadership and guiding, physically active communities, sports coaching and development, physical and outdoor education. Graduates of the program will have qualifications which enable them to enter the sport and outdoor recreation and tourism industries. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
FieldworkStudents must successfully complete the outdoor experiences and physical activity requirements of each unit (approximately 40-60 days total over the program duration). StructureThis course comprises units in sport and outdoor recreation and minor studies incorporating compulsory and elective units, and fieldwork. RequirementsFirst yearSport and outdoor recreation
Minor studies
Second yearSport and outdoor recreation
Minor studies
Third yearSport and outdoor recreation
Award(s)Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation 2070 - Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThe Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation and Bachelor of Education (primary) program provides attractive sequences of studies for students interested in sport and outdoor recreation studies and/or the theory and practice of education, teaching and curriculum. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
FieldworkStudents must successfully complete the outdoor experiences and physical activity requirements of each unit (a minimum of approximately 40-60 days total over the program duration). Students must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Those students who are employed in schools must complete a minimum of 50 per cent of supervised placement in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake school placements on a full-time basis and attend their placement for full days at times determined by the faculty. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria (including health and physical education if the approved unit sequence is followed). For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in sport and outdoor recreation and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, fieldwork and teaching placements. RequirementsSport and outdoor recreation componentFirst year
Second year
Third year
* Students wishing to major in physical education are required to complete the AUSTSWIM certificate and an approved qualification in first aid (level 2) in addition to their studies. Education componentStudies in education (96 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Primary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---primary.html. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation 3718 - Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThe Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation and Bachelor of Education (secondary) program may provide sequences of study in physical education, outdoor education and a number of disciplinary areas outside of the Faculty of Education. This is a unique, interdisciplinary program which focuses specifically on the employment and training needs of those seeking to work in physical education, sport and outdoor education as secondary school teachers within Victoria, and the expanding sport and outdoor recreation industries. In the process of studying this course, students will engage in a range of teaching and learning approaches, in university and fieldwork settings. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
FieldworkStudents must successfully complete the outdoor experiences and physical activity requirements of each unit (approximately 40-60 days total over the program duration). The course includes a minimum of 80 days of placement, with some placement being undertaken in each year of the course. In first, second and third year, placements are tied to education units offered. In fourth year, the 50 days of placement are tied to the four professional experience units. These placements involve a program of field visits to different educational sites and include structured teaching experience. Students must be available to undertake these on a full-time basis for several weeks at a time. For full time students placement is typically conducted in two blocks of five weeks, one each semester. For part time students it is typically conducted in four blocks of two to three weeks, one block in each of four semesters. These units are taken concurrently with enrolment in the core curriculum units and the curriculum specialism units. They provide supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of the student's curriculum units while on school placement. Students who are employed in schools must complete at least 25 days of supervised school placement in a setting other than the school at which they are employed. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as secondary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. Students seeking registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (or their local authority) should check the latest registration requirements for certifications in first aid and/or AUSTSWIM or similar. StructureThis course comprises studies in sport and outdoor recreation and studies in education, incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsStudents complete one of three pathways in sport and outdoor recreation, including studies in academic disciplines appropriate for the sport and recreation industry and/or teaching at the secondary level and the adult and vocational education sector. Pathway 1 (physical education/outdoor education option)First year
Second year
Third year
Fourth year
plus the following two curriculum specialism units: * Students wishing to major in physical education are required to complete the AUSTSWIM certificate and an approved qualification in First Aid (level 2) in addition to their studies. Students wishing to major in outdoor education are required to complete an approved qualification in First Aid (level 2) in addition to their studies. Pathway 2 (physical education and alternative second specialism)First year
Second year
Third year
Fourth year
* Students wishing to major in physical education are required to complete the AUSTSWIM certificate and an approved qualification in first aid (Level 2) in addition to their studies. Pathway 3 (outdoor education and alternative second specialism)First year
Second year
Third year
Fourth year
* Students wishing to major in outdoor education are required to complete an approved qualification in First Aid (Level 2) in addition to their studies. Note: Students should refer to the Victorian Institute of Teaching specialist area (consult the VIT website at http://www.vit.vic.edu.au in consultation) and Faculty of Education guidelines for information on definitions, teaching methodologies and specialist areas. Students should consult their course adviser to assist in planning their program of study. Students need to be aware that their discipline sequence 1 and discipline sequence 2 must satisfy the requirements for the study of two curriculum specialism units in their fourth year and the requirements for registration laid down by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Students are advised to consult the VIT website at http://www.vit.vic.edu.au in consultation with their course adviser. Particular care must be taken in unit choice by those wishing to qualify as health and physical or outdoor education teachers. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation 3712 - Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThe Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of Education (primary) develops student's artistic skills in one or more visual media and prepares students for a career in the creative and visual arts, or visual arts education. Students develop skills and creativity, learning from active practitioners in visual art. The education studies provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the theoretical foundations of education, curriculum studies and practical teaching experience. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
For objectives of the visual arts component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/2479.html FieldworkStudents must complete teaching practice which consists of a minimum of 80 days of satisfactory supervised school experience. Those students who are employed in schools must complete a minimum of 50 per cent of supervised placement in a setting other than the school in which they are employed. Students must be available to undertake fieldwork placements full time. This fieldwork is a program of field visits to different educational sites and includes structured teaching experience. Students will be required to complete projects related to their field visits. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as primary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in visual arts and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsVisual Arts componentStudies in visual arts (96 points) comprising:
First year
Second year
Third year
Education componentStudies in education (96 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Primary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---primary.html. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Visual Arts 3719 - Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
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DescriptionThe Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of Education (secondary) develops student's artistic skills in one or more visual media and prepares students for a career in the creative and visual arts, or visual arts education. Students develop skills and creativity, learning from active practitioners in visual art. The education studies provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the theoretical foundations of education, curriculum studies and practical teaching experience. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will:
For the objectives of the visual arts component of this double degree visit http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/2479.html FieldworkThe course includes a minimum of 80 days of placement, with some placement being undertaken in each year of the course. In first, second and third year, placements are tied to education units offered. In fourth year, the 50 days of placement are tied to the four professional experience units. These placements involve a program of field visits to different educational sites and include structured teaching experience. Students must be available to undertake these on a full-time basis for several weeks at a time. For full time students placement is typically conducted in two blocks of five weeks, one each semester. For part time students it is typically conducted in four blocks of two to three weeks, one block in each of four semesters. These units are taken concurrently with enrolment in the core curriculum units and the curriculum specialism units. They provide supervised teaching practice in the teaching area of the student's curriculum units while on school placement. Students who are employed in schools must complete at least 25 days of supervised school placement in a setting other than the school at which they are employed. Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for registration and employment as secondary school teachers in the government, Catholic and independent school systems in Victoria. For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities. StructureThis course comprises studies in visual arts and studies in education incorporating compulsory and elective units, and teaching placements. RequirementsVisual Arts componentStudies in visual arts (96 points) comprising:
First year
Second year
Third year
Education componentStudies in education (108 points) comprising:
For full details on the education requirements refer to the 'Education - Secondary' 'area of study' at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/ug-education---secondary.html. Students need to be aware that their major and minor studies in visual arts must satisfy the requirements for the study of two curriculum specialism units in their fourth year and the requirements for employment laid down by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Students are advised to consult the VIT website at http://www.vit.vic.edu.au in consultation with their course adviser. Students should consult their course coordinator to assist in planning their program. Award(s)Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Visual Arts 2674 - Honours degree of Bachelor of EducationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education
DescriptionThe course is designed for those who have completed their undergraduate degree and see their future in educational research. It also offers a direct pathway to doctoral studies. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will have:
Entry requirementsStudents will be eligible for admission to the Honours degree of Bachelor of Education within five years of the year of completion of a relevant undergraduate degree (eg Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Primary Education). Normally, students must achieve an average grade of distinction or higher in the final two years of their undegraduate studies. StructureThis course comprises approved coursework studies and an honours thesis of 12,000 to 16,000 words. All units are worth 12 points each. RequirementsCoursework unitsStudents select:
These are taken on advice from the supervisor and honours coordinator. ThesisAward(s)Honours degree of Bachelor of Education |
