2015 UOW Education Discipline Book

EDUCATION

UOW COURSES IN EARLY YEARS EDUCATION / PRIMARY EDUCATION / MATHEMATICS EDUCATION / SCIENCE EDUCATION / HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION / MASTER OF TEACHING (PRIMARY & SECONDARY) / SOCIAL SCIENCE

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UOW is one of the best modern universities in Australia. We connect over 30,000 students from more than 130 nations to learn and discover. We’re young, we’re smart and we work hard enough to be ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world. Join us and see how far you can go.

UOW graduates have the skills employers want. We’ve been rated in the top 100 in the world by employers for nearly a decade. You’ll learn how to learn, how to turn theory into practice, and how people with different skills work together.

YOU’RE IN CONTROL Take control of your life like never before at UOW. Choose your degree. Choose a major. Choose elective subjects, and make exactly the study program you want.

BE SOMEONE YOU’RE PROUD OF Challenge yourself and come out on top at UOW. Tackle big ideas in your degree, push yourself and travel the world on international exchange, bring your learning to life with a UOWx program such as mentoring local students.

THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE Study where the brightest people take the time to learn your name. You’ll be more than a number at UOW, and be taught by world famous educators and researchers.

Outside of class, you’ll be part of a campus culture defined by fun and friendship.

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FIVE REASONS TO STUDY EDUCATION AT UOW Our degrees provide students with authentic learning experiences, preparing them to work with young children, parents, families, communities and other professionals in a range of educational settings.

1. EARLY START The new Early Start facility will connect UOW’s regional campuses with early childhood education and care services across NSW. Distinguished academics from Australia and overseas, with a focus on the earliest years of life, collaborate within the Early Start initiative to enrich teaching, learning and research.

Within the Early Start facility is the Early Start Discovery Space - an exciting new destination for toddlers and children (aged up to 12) and their families. The Discovery Space is like nothing else you’ve seen before, offering interactive playful experiences to inspire imagination and ignite a love of learning. Come on an adventure where together children and adults explore, discover and create. You might just be amazed.

3. REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE Learn by doing and gain global connections! You will have opportunities for local, rural and international professional experiences where you to learn by observation and apply your skills in real world education contexts.

You can also study overseas with UOW’s international exchange program, study abroad partners, and Education’s international cultural immersion programs.

4. MENTORING & SUPPORT TOWARD CAREER READY GRADUATES We have support programs and people to enable you to successfully complete your degree. We can help build connections with peers, academic staff and professional educators to prepare you for your future career. This includes community outreach coordinators and careers consultants, who provide targeted services (specifically to the education sector) and support to increase employability and graduate satisfaction.

2. H IGH QUALITY RESEARCH & TEACHING UOW academics in the School of Education are expert researchers and quality educators which allows you to grow your passion and motivation for teaching while ensuring you are ready for a contemporary career. Our academics are at the forefront of their specialisations - they are passionate about teaching and learning, published authors, and accredited professionals.

5. MODERN FACILITIES You will work with the latest technology so that you are well prepared for when you enter the workforce. Facilities include our own Curriculum Resource Library and classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards. You will gain access to the latest research in teacher education and practice through the extensive resources available at the UOW library.

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Bachelor of Education – The Early Years (Birth – 5 years) ATAR DURATION STARTS UAC CRICOS LOCATIONS

70 / 90 (DS) 4 years Autumn (February) 755111 / 755211 (DS) 064117B / 081896F (DS) Wollongong, Shoalhaven, Batemans Bay, Bega

The Bachelor of Education – The Early Years is an exciting and innovative approach to professional preparation of teacher qualified professionals in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector. It recognises the increasingly expanding and rewarding role of the Early Education Teacher. It also recognises the significance of enriched educational opportunities and experiences for all children in the early years necessary to ensure their present and future health, development and wellbeing.

It focuses on extending and enriching young children’s learning from birth through to five years and transition to school, providing children with opportunities to maximise their potential and develop a foundation for future success in learning.

In this degree you will focus on the development of very young children being connected to family, community, culture and place. You will learn about: child development, improving educational and developmental outcomes for children, contemporary theories and approaches to curriculum development and implementation, establishing respectful and caring relationships with children and their families, cultural and social diversity, developing partnerships with additional services, early intervention and transition to school, leadership and advocacy, as well as creating physical and social learning environments designed to deliver a holistic approach to children’s learning.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE This degree combines university and professional experience throughout the course, with some subjects offered face-to-face on campus and others using a flexible and blended mode of delivery, including online learning.

PROFESSIONAL PARTNERS IN PRACTICE (PPP) You will be part of the Professional Partners in Practice (PPP) program for the duration of your degree where you are paired with an early childhood education and care centre for a continuous professional mentoring program throughout your entire degree, giving you invaluable industry experience and professional connections, and enhancing employment pathways. In fourth year you will work with your experienced mentor on a substantial year-long project.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) You will ‘learn by doing’ in the Professional Experience Program where you spend up to 16 weeks teaching in early childhood education and care centres, which will span across the length of your degree.

DEAN’S SCHOLAR The Bachelor of Education - The Early Years (Dean’s Scholar) is a program for highachieving students who wish to continue their studies through honours and research degrees. As a Dean’s Scholar you will make a scholarly contribution to your field of study and to UOW. You will have access to an academic mentor, extended library privileges, invitations to attend School workshops and seminars, and networking events. There is also the opportunity for casual employment in the UOW Faculty of Social Sciences, community research, or projects supervised by leading practitioners or scholars for 15 hours per year.

HONOURS PROGRAM You can apply for the Honours program, which is an embedded fourth year involving a research project under academic supervision. Entry to honours is based on application and merit.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES There are high employment opportunities for Early Years graduates, and varied employment options. You can choose to be an Early Education teacher or Centre Director in early childhood education and care centres. You can also choose a career in educational policy, non-government organisations, training and development.

You can work in specialist children’s programs including disability and early intervention, and broader child and family services in quality education and care in Commonwealth, State and Local government programs responsible for supporting children and their families with complex needs.

The career of an Early Education Teacher is full of many responsibilities, roles and challenges, and like most worthwhile endeavours it is often demanding, exciting and rewarding.

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES You will have opportunities to participate in student exchange and study abroad programs, international cultural immersion programs and participation in University hosted international early childhood teacher education programs.

ACCREDITATION The Bachelor of Education - The Early Years is accredited through the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). This is an approved early childhood teaching qualification for the purpose of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.

I gained so much through these practical experiences and casual work in Early Childhood Education and Care centres, because although I had experience working in the sector before beginning my degree, you learn so much from other people and other centres.

It was great to then come to class, share these experiences and explore new ideas with my fellow Early Years students. It’s just something that keeps me interested and excited about my job.

DOLORES FITZPATRICK Bachelor of Education – The Early Years Illawarra Area Child Care Community Scholarship Recipient

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Bachelor of Social Science (Education for Change)^

Social Sciences help transform the lives of individuals, families and communities by understanding, explaining, predicting and changing human behaviour and environments. To do this social science students engage in interdisciplinary study about human behaviour, including foundations in psychology, social policy, sociology, human geography, research methodology, indigenous studies, and social determinants of health and wellbeing.

ATAR 70 DURATION 3 years STARTS Autumn (March) UAC 081145A LOCATION Wollongong (UAC 755300 Batemans Bay (UAC 755302)* Bega (UAC 755303)* Shoalhaven (UAC 755301)*

Nationally and globally, there is an urgent need for reflective scholarly practitioners and researchers who are able to contribute to understanding the complex and changing needs of people throughout their lives, and in diverse communities in the face of technological, economic and social change.

*Campus offerings may be subject to change ^ New for 2016, subject to final approval

EDUCATION FOR CHANGE MAJOR This major intersects with the aspiration of the Social Sciences i.e. to transform lives and understand human behaviour. The theme of this major reflects how education is and can be a major influencing factor to bring about change in society. Education for Change draws on a range of topics including Advocacy, Indigenous Studies, Social Equity, Social Justice, Social Policy, Gender and Inequality. Embedded within this major is the opportunity for students to undertake a Service Learning placement.

PATHWAY TO A BACHELOR OF PRIMARY EDUCATION A new major has been added to the Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) called Education for Change. Enrolling in this course will provide a pathway to Primary Education for students who do not receive 3 Band 5s.

You will need to declare your Education For Change as your major in the BSS at the time of enrolment.

If you wish to use this pathway as a means of transferring into the Bachelor of Primary Education you must complete and pass all 8 subjects of the first year of the Bachelor of Social Science (Education for Change). You will then be eligible to apply for transfer and will commence primary education. Upon transfer, you will receive 48 credit points of specified and unspecified credit thus the duration of their time in the Primary Education degree will be 3 years.

All students entering the Bachelor of Primary Education after 1 year in the BSS will complete 80 days of Professional Experience.

Those students who decide to stay in the BSS- (Education For Change) will be eligible to apply for the Masters of Teaching (Primary) at the completion of their undergraduate degree.

DEAN’S SCHOLAR The UOW Bachelor of Social Science (Dean’s Scholar) is a program for high-achieving students. You will have extended subject loads, and guaranteed entry to the Bachelor of Social Science Honours degree. You will have extended library privileges, invitations to attend School workshops and seminars and networking events. There’s also the opportunity for casual employment in the UOW Faculty of Social Sciences, community research, or projects supervised by leading practitioners or scholars for 15 hours per year.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE PROCEDURES New students enrolling will be required to complete the new online Working with Children Check at www.newcheck.kids.nsw.gov.au and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.

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TEACHER EDUCATION PATHWAYS

*subject to final approval

HSC SCHOOL LEAVER (UAC Applicants)

PRIMARY TEACHING

SECONDARY TEACHING

3 BAND 5’s (1 being English)

YES

Bachelor of Education (Primary) 4 years

Bachelor of Education- the Early Years 4 years

NO

Bachelor of Health and Physical Education 4 Years

Bachelor of Social Science (Education for Change) – 3 Years

1 OF THE FOLLOWING

(Undergraduate Degrees)

Bachelor of Arts – 3 Years

Bachelor of Maths Education 4 Years

Bachelor of Business – 3 Years

PRIMARY TEACHER

Bachelor of Creative Arts – 3 Years

Bachelor of Mathematics – 3 Years

Bachelor of Science Education 4 Years

Bachelor of Science – 3 Years

Bachelor of Social Science (other majors) – 3 Years

SECONDARY TEACHER

KEY Teaching qualifications.

Masters of Teaching (Primary) 2 years

Masters of Teaching (Secondary) 2 years

PRIMARY TEACHER

SECONDARY TEACHER

Pathways to teaching qualifications.

For students who do not meet the required ATAR, the UOW College Program can be a pathway into some teacher education programs.

PASS FIRST YEAR Transfer to Bachelor Education Primary 2nd year.

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Bachelor of Primary Education ATAR 75 / 90 (DS) DURATION 4 years STARTS Autumn (February) LOCATION Wollongong UAC 755112 / 755212 (DS) CRICOS 059750G / 081899C (DS) As of 2016 any student wishing to enter into a Bachelor of Primary Education must receive 3 Band 5s in their HSC results, and one of those Band 5s MUST be in English (Advanced or Standard). N.B. this rule does not apply to Early Years or Secondary Education.

Primary teaching is a rewarding profession that can change lives. The Bachelor of Primary Education is a 4 year accredited qualification preparing graduates for the rewarding role of being a primary school educator. A primary school teacher educates children from Kindergarten to Year 6 (ages 5 to 12 years) and teaches all areas of the Australian primary curriculum. UOW Bachelor of Primary Education graduates focus on educating the ‘whole child’ and promote lifelong learning in children.

The degree aims to develop reflective, professional teachers, acknowledging the role of the teacher in the community, the demands of emerging technologies and the increasingly diverse classroom environment.

In addition to studying the subjects in the Australian curriculum, you will focus on educational foundation subjects including Professional Studies, Teaching Gifted Learners, Aboriginal Education, Learners with Exceptional Needs, Educational Research, and Teaching Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Students.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE The degree combines university and classroom experience throughout the course, using on-campus, on-site and online learning environments. In addition to your core pedagogy and speciality subjects you can choose to study an education minor in Quality Mathematics Teaching, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), Literacy and Teaching, Environmental Education, The Arts, Special Education or English as a Second Language (ESL).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) You will ‘learn by doing’ in the Professional Experience Program which will occur each year of the Bachelor of Primary Education degree at UOW, with the first in-school placement commencing in the first session of the degree. Through your involvement in both teaching within the classroom and in whole school activities you will have the opportunity to experience the ‘life of a primary school teacher’. You can undertake professional experience in local schools throughout the course, and can also apply for ‘out-of-area’ or rural professional experiences.

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DEAN’S SCHOLAR The Bachelor Primary Education (Dean’s Scholar) is a program for high-achieving students who wish to continue their studies through honours and research degrees. As a Dean’s Scholar you will make a scholarly contribution to your field of study and to UOW. You will have access to an academic mentor, extended library privileges, invitations to attend School workshops and seminars, and networking events. There is also the opportunity for casual employment in the UOW Faculty of Social Sciences, community research, or projects supervised by leading practitioners or scholars for 15 hours per year.

HONOURS PROGRAM You can apply for the Honours program, which is an embedded fourth year involving a research project under academic supervision. Entry to honours is based on application and merit.

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES You will have the opportunity for international professional experiences, and to study overseas with UOW’s international exchange and study abroad partners, and international cultural immersion programs.

ACCREDITATION This degree is accredited by the Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) and is recognised as a professional teaching qualification in other jurisdictions nationally and internationally. Students seeking work outside Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for local requirement.

“It is true that employees recognise the high expectations UOW places on its students. My experiences from studying at UOW have modelled the person and teacher that I have become today.

Studying at UOW provided me with the opportunities to extend my horizons, to meet new inspiring people, explore innovative ideas and develop a love and passion for teaching.

As a graduate, I am now equipped with the skills, connections, relationships and experiences to educate the children of the future. My success, love for teaching and education would not have transpired without UOW’s Bachelor of Primary Education.”

LAURA DOUGLAS Bachelor of Primary Education (Class I Honours)

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Bachelor of Mathematics Education ATAR DURATION STARTS UAC CRICOS

73 / 90 (DS 4 years Autumn (February) 755102 / 755202 (DS) 051340B / 069475F (DS)

2 units of Mathematics is essential, highly recommended advanced Mathematics or further

This degree focuses on developing mathematical knowledge and professional teaching skills and will prepare you for work as a high school Mathematics teacher. Mathematics is a discipline central to many branches of science and commerce. Given its wide variety of applications, teaching the next generation of mathematicians requires specific skills. UOW Mathematics Education involves both learning mathematics but more importantly how to teach it effectively. There is also an opportunity to complete a Mathematics major as part of this degree.

During this four-year degree you will study a combination of maths and education subjects, allowing you to practically apply both disciplines throughout your degree.

Mathematics subjects including calculus, algebra, statistics and mathematical modelling are complemented with education subjects about teaching and learning including learning and development, pedagogy (the method and practice of teaching), professional teaching skills, curriculum studies and meeting learners’ needs.

SCHOLARSHIP Each year, UOW offers five Mathematics Secondary Education Scholarships valued at $1,500p.a. to students starting this degree with an ATAR above 80 and Band 5 in Advanced Mathematics or equivalent.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE Your program of study will include mathematical content areas of calculus, algebra, statistics and mathematical modelling. This course also includes content related to teaching and learning strategies and allows for the practical application of these disciplines throughout your degree.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) You will ‘learn by doing’ in the Professional Experience Program. You will have a wide range of teaching experiences in a school environment throughout your degree. This allows you to experience life as a teacher in school and classroom settings, and apply the skills you learn in a real world setting. You can undertake professional experience at a range of different schools throughout your degree and can also apply for ‘out-of-area’ professional experiences (e.g. in rural NSW).

DEAN’S SCHOLAR The Bachelor of Mathematics Education (Dean’s Scholar) is a program for high-achieving students who wish to extend their studies through research projects. As a Dean’s Scholar you will make a scholarly contribution to your field of study and to UOW. You will have access to an academic mentor, extended library privileges, invitations to attend School workshops and seminars, and networking events. There is also the opportunity for casual employment in the UOW Faculty of Social Sciences, community research, or projects supervised by leading practitioners or scholars for 15 hours per year.

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES The degree will allow you the opportunity for international professional experiences, and to study overseas through UOW’s International Exchange and Study Abroad partners, and international cultural immersion programs.

ACCREDITATION This degree is accredited by the Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) and is recognised as a professional teaching qualification in other jurisdictions both nationally and internationally. Students seeking work outside Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for local requirements.

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“I’ve always been really good at maths but never really considered teaching as a career path until Year 11 when I helped some of my classmates and found I really enjoyed it.”

“Studying at UOW was always my goal.

Over the years I’ve considered other universities, but none of them have the

range of facilities that UOW does. It also has a great reputation, which will open up more career opportunities for me.

“My Mathematics Education degree is something I will be able to take everywhere. At the moment, my ideal job would be working as a maths teacher at a boarding school in England.”

THALIA WILSON First year, Bachelor of Mathematics Education

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Bachelor of Science Education ATAR DURATION STARTS UAC CRICOS

73 / 90 (DS) 4 years Autumn (February) 755103 / 755203 (DS) 069491F / 069589G (DS)

2 units of a Science is essential, highly recommended band 5 or 6 in a Science

This degree qualifies you as a secondary Science teacher in the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science and / or Physics. Science Education at UOW involves learning science and how to teach it effectively. As a science teacher you will teach the structure and behaviour of both the physical and natural world through observation and experiment. UOW Science teachers have practical teaching skills and a high-level knowledge of science.

During this four-year degree you will study a combination of science and education subjects allowing you to practically apply both disciplines throughout your degree.

Science subjects including biology, chemistry, earth and environmental science, and physics are complemented with education subjects about teaching and learning including learning and development, pedagogy (the method and practice of teaching), professional teaching skills, curriculum studies and meeting learners’ needs.

SCHOLARSHIP UOW offers five Science Secondary Education Scholarships valued at $1,500p.a. to students starting this degree with an ATAR above 80 and Band 5 in at least one science subject.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE Your program of study will include studying one subject in all of the four science areas, with you your choice of specialising in two areas of science. This course also includes content related to teaching and learning strategies and allows for the practical application of these disciplines throughout your degree.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) You will have a wide range of teaching experiences in a school environment throughout your degree. This allows you to experience life as a teacher in school and classroom settings, and apply the skills you learn in a real world setting. You can undertake professional experience at a range of different schools throughout your degree and can also apply for ‘out-of-area’ professional experiences (e.g. in rural NSW).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our teacher education courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to and from Professional Experience placement.

You will ‘learn by doing’ in the Professional Experience Program.

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DEAN’S SCHOLAR The Bachelor of Science Education (Dean’s Scholar) is a program for high-achieving students who wish to extend their studies through research projects. As a Dean’s Scholar you will make a scholarly contribution to your field of study and to UOW. You will have access to an academic mentor, extended library privileges, invitations to attend School workshops and seminars, and networking events. There is also the opportunity for casual employment in the UOW Faculty of Social Sciences, community research, or projects supervised by leading practitioners or scholars for 15 hours per year.

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES The degree will allow you the opportunity for international professional experiences, and to study overseas through UOW’s International Exchange and Study Abroad partners, and international cultural immersion programs.

ACCREDITATION This degree is accredited by the Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) and is recognised as a professional teaching qualification in other jurisdictions both nationally and internationally. Students seeking work outside Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for local requirement.

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Bachelor of Health and Physical Education ATAR DURATION STARTS UAC CRICOS

75 / 90 (DS) 4 years Autumn (February) 755101 / 755201 (DS) 062239G / 081891M (DS)

2 units of PDHPE is essential, 2 units of another Science is recommended

This degree provides academic and professional preparation for employment, both nationally and internationally, as a Health and Physical Education teacher.

Health and Physical Education teachers promote involvement and understanding in a range of movement areas including games and sports, dance, gymnastics, aquatics and athletics. They also promote the value of a healthy lifestyle, developing skills for lifelong movement, examining healthy behaviours associated with drugs, good nutrition, selfesteem development, knowledge about sexual health and interpersonal skills.

You will study a range of health and physical education subjects including games and sports, rhythmic movements, mental and sexual health, relationships, curriculum and pedagogy (the method and practice of teaching), anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, educational foundations and movement skills. You will also study broader complementary subjects including Aboriginal Education, Information and Communication Technology, Learners with Exceptional Needs, Educational Research, Communication, and Risk and Behaviour Management.

Graduates of the degree can be employed in both Primary and Secondary educational settings and will develop a range of skills valuable in other health and physical education sectors. UOW is a leader in this field and this degree reflects the growing importance, and potential, of physical and health education in today’s society

PROGRAM STRUCTURE The degree combines university and classroom experience throughout the course, using on-campus, online learning, and school and community settings.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) You will ‘learn by doing’ in the Professional Experience Program. You will have a wide range of teaching experiences in a school environment throughout your degree. This allows you to experience life as a teacher in school and classroom settings, and apply the skills you learn in a real world setting. You can undertake professional experience at a range of different schools throughout your degree and can also apply for ‘out-of-area’ professional experiences (e.g. in rural NSW).

DEAN’S SCHOLAR The Bachelor of Health and Physical Education (Dean’s Scholar) is a program for highachieving students who wish to continue their studies through honours and research degrees. As a Dean’s Scholar you will make a scholarly contribution to your field of study and to UOW. You will have access to an academic mentor, extended library privileges, invitations to attend School workshops and seminars, and networking events. There is also the opportunity for casual employment in the UOW Faculty of Social Sciences, community research, or projects supervised by leading practitioners or scholars for 15 hours per year.

HONOURS PROGRAM You can apply for the Honours program, , which allows a student to be involved in a research project of interest under academic supervision. Entry to honours is based on application and merit.

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES The degree will allow you the opportunity for international professional experiences, and to study overseas through UOW’s International Exchange and Study Abroad partners, and international cultural immersion programs.

ACCREDITATION This degree is accredited by the Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) and is recognised as a professional teaching qualification in other jurisdictions nationally and internationally. Students seeking work outside Australia are advised to check with potential employers and other teacher registration authorities for local requirement.

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The practicals were arguably the most important part of my degree. Having four different practicals across four years meant there was a consistent and conscious effort to improve my teaching and prepare me for the ‘real world’. The support I received from both my supervising teachers and my

lecturers/tutors in regards to my practicals was amazing and ensured I was always learning and developing I have been at Deniliquin High School for almost a year now and it is a fantastic school. It is in a small country town with around 8,000 people and, like UOW, it has a real sense of warmth and community.

JOSH PERIZZOLO Bachelor of Physical and Health Education, 2013 PDHPE Teacher/Boys’ Advisor, Deniliquin High School

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Master of Teaching (Primary)

The Master of Teaching (Primary) is for bachelor graduates from non-teaching courses who want to become primary school teachers (Kindergarten to year 6). On completion of this degree, you will obtain formal qualifications making you eligible to teach 5-12 year old children in public and private schools.

DURATION

The Master of Teaching (Primary) produces quality teachers with an understanding of diversity in the classroom and strong connections to school communities.

2 years (4 sessions) full-time, or part-time equivalent* STARTS Autumn (February) CRICOS 080833G LOCATIONS Wollongong, Southern Highlands, Shoalhaven, Bega, Batemans Bay *Excluding the Wollongong campus

This program focuses on building teaching skills through a professional experience immersion program in your very first session, and regular professional experience periods throughout the degree.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE In this degree you will build your professional skills in the key learning areas for primary schools: literacy, numeracy, science and technology, creative arts, health and physical education, and history and geography.

Your learning will be supported by online teaching, forums, podcasts and video streamed lectures, on-campus tutorials and in-school activities. You will benefit from quality training with local teachers and a range of workshops to enhance your skills in Information Technology (IT), communication, working with parents, designing assessment tasks and conducting school-based research.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) You will ‘learn by doing’ in the Professional Experience Program where you will do 70 days of professional experience throughout your degree, which allows you to learn by observation, experience life as a teacher in school and classroom settings and apply your skills in the classroom.

You can undertake professional experience in local schools throughout the course, and you can apply for ‘out-of-area’ professional experiences (e.g. in rural NSW).

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES You will have the opportunity for international professional experiences.

ACCREDITATION The Master of Teaching (Primary) is accredited with the Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) as a primary-level teaching qualification in NSW and across Australia. Students seeking work internationally or with some private schools (such as Catholic schools) are advised to check with potential employers for local requirements.

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Master of Teaching (Secondary)

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is for graduates who want to become secondary school teachers (years 7 to 12). On completion of this degree, you will obtain formal qualifications making you eligible to teach specialised subject areas to 12-18 year old children in public and private schools.

DURATION:

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) produces quality teachers with an understanding of diversity in the classroom and strong connections to school communities.

2 years (4 sessions) full-time, or part-time equivalent* STARTS : Autumn (February) CRICOS: 080834F LOCATIONS: Wollongong, Southern Highlands, Shoalhaven, Bega, Batemans Bay

This degree focuses on building teaching skills through a professional experience immersion program in your very first session, and regular professional experience periods throughout the degree.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE *Excluding the Wollongong campus

The degree is comprised of English, Mathematics, Science, Visual Arts, Music, Health and Physical Education; or two single teaching areas from the subject areas of History, Geography, Business/Economics, Modern Languages Other Than English, Drama, Society and Culture/Aboriginal Studies/Legal Studies.

Your learning will be supported by online teaching, forums, podcasts and video streamed lectures, on-campus tutorials and in-school activities. You will benefit from quality training with local teachers and a range of workshops to enhance your skills in Information Technology (IT), communication, working with parents, designing assessment tasks and conducting school-based research.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (PEX) You will ‘learn by doing’ in the Professional Experience Program where you will do 70 days of professional experience throughout your degree, which allows you to learn by observation, experience life as a teacher in school and classroom settings and apply your skills in the classroom.

You can undertake professional experience in local schools throughout the course, and you can apply for ‘out-of-area’ professional experiences (e.g. in rural NSW).

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES You will have the opportunity for international professional experiences.

ACCREDITATION The Master of Teaching (Primary) is accredited with the Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) as a primary-level teaching qualification in NSW and across Australia. Students seeking work internationally or with some private schools (such as Catholic schools) are advised to check with potential employers for local requirements.

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SCHOLARSHIPS There are several scholarship opportunities for Education students, including:

SDN PHILIPS SCHOLARSHIP SDN Children’s Services is a notfor-profit organisation that has been providing high quality early education and care since 1905 and has a long history of supporting the education and training of early childhood educators. This scholarship is offered to third-year Bachelor of Education – The Early Years students.

ILLAWARRA AREA CHILD CARE COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP Illawarra Area Child Care is a community owned, non-profit organisation that provides affordable, quality Early Childhood Education and Care services to children and their families. This scholarship is offered to fourth-year Bachelor of Education – The Early Years students.

HAZEL HOLMWOOD SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE AND LEADERSHIP IN QUALITY TEACHING This scholarship rewards and encourages students with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in practice and leadership through quality teaching. This scholarship is offered to Bachelor of Primary Education students who are in their third year of study.

AUNTY MARY DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP The promotion and development of Indigenous students in teacher education is a part of the Faculty’s ongoing commitment to Indigenous education. This scholarship is offered to first year Indigenous students from The Early Years degree or the Bachelor of Primary Education.

BIG FAT SMILE COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP Big Fat Smile is a not-for-profit community organisation, providing affordable, quality Early Childhood Education and Care services to children and their families. Big Fat Smile is offering a community scholarship to final year students studying The Early Years.

MATHS AND SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIPS UOW offers five Science and Mathematics Secondary Education Scholarships valued at $1,500p.a. to students starting this degree with an ATAR above 80 and Band 5 in at least one science subject.

For more information on all UOW scholarships go to: uow.edu.au/about/scholarships

GRADUATE OUTCOMES As a graduate from the School of Education you will: have a sound educational knowledge and understanding of the teaching profession at a state, national and international level. engage with new ideas and seek to extend knowledge through research and analysis. take on challenges and opportunities by applying logic, innovation and a flexible approach. be collaborative and able to articulate ideas using different media. have ability and propensity to act responsibly and empathetically in school and community contexts.

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OTHER DEGREES YOU MAY LIKE This booklet is just a sample of the degrees on offer at UOW. Here are a few more from different study areas that may interest you.

Bachelor of Exercise Science Exercise scientists design, implement and evaluate exercise and physical activity for healthy people.

They provide programs for improving general health, preventing chronic diseases, and enhancing sports performance. You will gain an understanding of the anatomical and physiological basis of human motion and the effect of exercise, injury and disease on human performance in sport, industry and in daily living. go.uow.edu.au/bexsci

Bachelor of Arts Studying Arts at UOW allows you to tailor a degree specifically to your interests. Our flexible options let you choose the direction your program takes, such as specialising in a political, historical, international or creative discipline. The degree is made up of subjects with origins in the humanities: history, literature, languages and philosophy—and the disciplines of social sciences: cultural studies, sociology and politics. go.uow.edu.au/barts

Bachelor of International Studies The Bachelor of International Studies examines the relationships of politics, society, culture, language, and history in a range of countries. You will analyse national and global issues, focusing on the way global forces and interactions increasingly influence domestic politics. As part of the degree, you will study a language minor and be encouraged to study abroad or undertake a study tour. go.uow.edu.au/bistud

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The University of Wollongong attempts to ensure the information contained in this publication is correct at the time of production (May 2015); however, sections may be amended without notice by the University in response to changing circumstances or for any other reason. Check with the University at the time of enquiry for any updated information. UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG CRICOS: 00102E