Program Overview

Study a Bachelor of Secondary Education (Science) at UC and you will:

• Demonstrate specialised knowledge and skills in two science disciplines, across a range of classes and year groups, within a secondary school environment.
• Learn the theories and principles that are the foundation for educational practice in secondary settings.
• Demonstrate an understanding of student needs and differences, and develop teaching activities for a range of indigenous, English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) and mainstream settings.
• Develop and implement effective assessment strategies and carry out evaluation of teaching programs, resources and your own teaching.
• Apply the required content knowledge for all secondary school curriculum areas to teaching and reporting methods, alternate/enhanced literacy and numeracy strategies, and the effective use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in teaching and learning.

Work Integrated Learning

Major: Design and Technology Teaching

The Major in Design and Technology Teaching allows students to develop the practical application of skills to teach design and technology in the disciplines of Food Technology, Textiles Technology or Industrial Technology Wood & Metal; or Outdoor Recreation. It enables students to acquire Industry recognised qualifications in their area of specialisation and enhance their prospects of employment in the teaching profession. Students must pass all 5 units, including 4 units in either of the Skills areas, and the capstone unit, Study of Vocational Education in Schools.