Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Course code Y68
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About this Course
This nationally accredited course provides the opportunity for those with a passion in a particular subject specialisation and the desire to work with young people, to become secondary teachers.
Students study their preferred areas of specialisation, in addition to a suite of core education units that address key educational needs of young people. Graduates of this course will have the flexibility to take up employment in both private and government secondary schools.
A central feature of this course is the range of professional practice experiences Pre-Service Teachers undertake throughout their training. This provides valuable and diverse employability skills and enables them to connect theory to practice.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Course code Y68
Entry requirements
70 Indicative ATAR
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $5,800
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
| Mount Lawley | FT PT | FT PT |
| South West | ||
| Online |
Location
This course requires attendance at more than one campus or location. See Course Notes.
About this Course
This nationally accredited course provides the opportunity for those with a passion in a particular subject specialisation and the desire to work with young people, to become secondary teachers.
Students study their preferred areas of specialisation, in addition to a suite of core education units that address key educational needs of young people. Graduates of this course will have the flexibility to take up employment in both private and government secondary schools.
A central feature of this course is the range of professional practice experiences Pre-Service Teachers undertake throughout their training. This provides valuable and diverse employability skills and enables them to connect theory to practice.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Course code Y68
CRICOS code 074171B
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $40,200
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT | FT |
| Mount Lawley | FT | FT |
| South West | ||
| Online |
Location
This course requires attendance at more than one campus or location. See Course Notes.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to satisfy non-academic criteria, in addition to satisfying academic entry criteria. Applicants' non-academic capabilities will be assessed based on completion of a Non-Academic Requirements for Teacher Entry (NARTE) online questionnaire.
One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.
All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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International students must attain an IELTS Academic with an average level of 7.5 or more, across the four components of listening, speaking, reading and writing; no score below level 7.0 in any of these components; and a score of 8.0 or more in the components of speaking and listening. Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.
Applicants who have completed secondary education, bachelor degree or master degree studies in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA are not required to provide an IELTS Academic test. Minimum English standard requirements may be satisfied with one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; or
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent).
Note:
Applicants who have completed their secondary education in South Africa in English, or have an undergraduate degree taught in English from a South African University are deemed to have satisfied English language requirements.Applicants from the Seychelles:
Successful completion of the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) grade C or above, PLUS a completed 4 year National Diploma.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to satisfy non-academic criteria, in addition to satisfying academic entry criteria. Applicants' non-academic capabilities will be assessed based on completion of a Non-Academic Requirements for Teacher Entry (NARTE) online questionnaire.
One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.
All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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International students must attain an IELTS Academic with an average level of 7.5 or more, across the four components of listening, speaking, reading and writing; no score below level 7.0 in any of these components; and a score of 8.0 or more in the components of speaking and listening. Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.
Applicants who have completed secondary education, bachelor degree or master degree studies in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA are not required to provide an IELTS Academic test. Minimum English standard requirements may be satisfied with one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; or
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent).
Note:
Applicants who have completed their secondary education in South Africa in English, or have an undergraduate degree taught in English from a South African University are deemed to have satisfied English language requirements.Applicants from the Seychelles:
Successful completion of the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) grade C or above, PLUS a completed 4 year National Diploma.
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup, Mount Lawley
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup, Mount Lawley
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup, Mount Lawley
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup, Mount Lawley
Course Structure
All nationally accredited Initial Teacher Education courses require students to undertake the LANTITE tests, as set by ACER, and meet the Standard in personal literacy and personal numeracy to be eligible to graduate. Due to updated accreditation requirements, students commencing study from 2025 onwards are required to attempt the LANTITE during their first year of study. If this is not feasible due to exceptional circumstances, students must submit a written explanation along with a plan to complete the test at the earliest opportunity. This will be documented.
Students are required to complete 10 Core units, 10 Major Content units, 4 Minor Content units, 2 Major Curriculum units and 2 Minor Curriculum units. Students are also required to complete 3 Practicum units. Note: Content units educate students in the subject area and are units offered outside the School of Education (with some exceptions), while Curriculum units explain how to teach the subject area to others and are units offered within the School of Education.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU1010 | Becoming a Teacher | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| PPA1270 | Foundations of Professional Practice | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU2110 | Teaching, Learning and Assessment | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU2231 | Creating Positive Learning Environments | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| PPA2211 | First Professional Practice | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU3104 | Diversity in the Secondary Classroom | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Unit from Minor | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| CUR3211 | Integrating Curriculum with Practice | 15 |
| PPA3211 | Second Professional Practice | 15 |
| EDU4120 | Literacy in Teaching and Learning | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| EDF3203 | Aboriginal Contexts in Secondary Education | 15 |
| PPA4311 | Assistant Teacher Program | 30 |
| TPA4100 | Teaching Performance Assessment | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| EDP4111 | Teachers and the Education System | 15 |
| Alternatively a student may choose to complete the Internship unit listed below, with the permission of the Course Coordinator or Associate Dean. Students must typically demonstrate a sound academic record (articulated with a WAM of 70 or above) and exemplary Assistant Teaching Program - PPA4211 - typically Highly Competent or above. | ||
| SPL4157 ^ | School Based Professional Learning - Internship | 60 |
^ Core Option
Y68|14
For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookMajors you can study in this course
- Biological Science Education
- Chemistry Education
- Design and Technology Education
- Drama Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- English Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- Food and Materials Technologies: Home Economics
- Health and Physical Education
- Humanities and Social Sciences Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- Mathematics Education
- Music Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- Physics Education
- Visual Arts Education Coming to ECU City 2026
Course notes
Important course notes
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Students may be required to attend both Joondalup and Mount Lawley campuses depending on their selected major and minor combination.
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Students are provided numerous opportunities to make the connection between theory and practice, through professional experiences. Partnerships between the University and a diverse range of secondary schools allow students to gain the experience they need to become successful and confident teachers. Students will complete a 3-week placement (PPA2211) in Year 2 and a 5-week placement (PPA3211) in Year 3. These practicum placements allow students to apply their knowledge of secondary education and build professional and generic employability skills in real classroom settings, culminating in a 9-week Assistant Teacher professional experience placement (PPA4311) in the final year of the degree..
Further information regarding Professional Experience can be found at: https://www.ecu.edu.au/schools/education/professional-experience
Attendance requirements
Generally host Schools and Centres require that the Pre-Service Teachers attend the placement on a full time basis and otherwise meet their specific attendance requirements of the particular placement. There is limited scope for ECU to negotiate any deviations from these requirements
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
The Department of Education Western Australia and cooperating non-government schools have the right to determine 'fit and proper persons' to enter and practice in schools. For these reasons, all Pre-Service Teachers 18 years of age and over will be required to have a current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a current Working with Children Check, or the equivalent clearance issued by the relevant State authority before commencing this period of Professional Experience.
Further information can be found at https://www.ecu.edu.au/schools/education/professional-experience/before-professional-experience
Professional practice rules
During the placement, it is imperative that Pre-Service Teachers always demonstrate professionalism and respect for industry partners. Pre-Service Teachers must abide by the professional standards set out in the ECU Student Code of Conduct and comply with the applicable University policies and rules.
The Student Code of Conduct can be found at: http://policysearch.ecu.edu.au/PolicySearch/Record/767/file/document
The host School/Centre has absolute discretion to terminate the Pre-Service Teachers placement prior to completion of the placement. Situations where this discretion has been exercised are typically where the School/Centre has had concerns about Pre-Service Teacher's conduct or performance. ECU may also withdraw a Pre-Service Teacher from placement in certain circumstances. Early termination or withdrawal from the professional experience placement may result in a Fail grade for this unit.
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Students will need to graduate to be eligible to register with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA). Registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA) is required to practice in the profession.
Graduates must meet the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) literacy and numeracy proficiency requirements prior to graduation for teacher registration in Western Australia. Further information is available at http://www.trb.wa.gov.au
Course learning outcomes
- Apply pedagogical content knowledge to theoretical and professional situations within secondary education contexts.
- Plan, implement and critically analyse strategies to resolve complex teaching and learning problems with respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Anticipate potential challenges using creative strategies to generate discipline specific responses.
- Evaluate digital technologies to create, manage and use relevant information from multiple sources with integrity.
- Communicate secondary education knowledge and values in academic, professional and public contexts.
- Authentically infuse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges, histories and cultures for secondary education contexts.
- Work collaboratively to cultivate a global understanding of social, sustainable, and ethical values and issues in secondary education contexts.
- Reflect on professional teaching performance and the positive impact on student learning, to responsively build capacity for quality teaching and learning.
Professional Recognition
CourseAccredited by: Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup, Mount Lawley
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup, Mount Lawley
Course Structure
All nationally accredited Initial Teacher Education courses require students to undertake the LANTITE tests, as set by ACER, and meet the Standard in personal literacy and personal numeracy to be eligible to graduate. Due to updated accreditation requirements, students commencing study from 2025 onwards are required to attempt the LANTITE during their first year of study. If this is not feasible due to exceptional circumstances, students must submit a written explanation along with a plan to complete the test at the earliest opportunity. This will be documented.
Students are required to complete 10 Core units, 10 Major Content units, 4 Minor Content units, 2 Major Curriculum units and 2 Minor Curriculum units. Students are also required to complete 3 Practicum units. Note: Content units educate students in the subject area and are units offered outside the School of Education (with some exceptions), while Curriculum units explain how to teach the subject area to others and are units offered within the School of Education.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU1010 | Becoming a Teacher | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| PPA1270 | Foundations of Professional Practice | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU2110 | Teaching, Learning and Assessment | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU2231 | Creating Positive Learning Environments | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| PPA2211 | First Professional Practice | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU3104 | Diversity in the Secondary Classroom | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Unit from Minor | Curriculum unit | 15 |
| CUR3211 | Integrating Curriculum with Practice | 15 |
| PPA3211 | Second Professional Practice | 15 |
| EDU4120 | Literacy in Teaching and Learning | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDF3203 | Aboriginal Contexts in Secondary Education | 15 |
| PPA4311 | Assistant Teacher Program | 30 |
| TPA4100 | Teaching Performance Assessment | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Major | Content unit | 15 |
| Unit from Minor | Content unit | 15 |
| EDP4111 | Teachers and the Education System | 15 |
| Alternatively a student may choose to complete the Internship unit listed below, with the permission of the Course Coordinator or Associate Dean. Students must typically demonstrate a sound academic record (articulated with a WAM of 70 or above) and exemplary Assistant Teaching Program - PPA4211 - typically Highly Competent or above. | ||
| SPL4157 ^ | School Based Professional Learning - Internship | 60 |
^ Core Option
Y68|14
For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookMajors you can study in this course
- Biological Science Education
- Chemistry Education
- Design and Technology Education
- Drama Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- English Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- Food and Materials Technologies: Home Economics
- Health and Physical Education
- Humanities and Social Sciences Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- Mathematics Education
- Music Education Coming to ECU City 2026
- Physics Education
- Visual Arts Education Coming to ECU City 2026
Course notes
Important course notes
-
Students may be required to attend both Joondalup and Mount Lawley campuses depending on their selected major and minor combination.
-
Students are provided numerous opportunities to make the connection between theory and practice, through professional experiences. Partnerships between the University and a diverse range of secondary schools allow students to gain the experience they need to become successful and confident teachers. Students will complete a 3-week placement (PPA2211) in Year 2 and a 5-week placement (PPA3211) in Year 3. These practicum placements allow students to apply their knowledge of secondary education and build professional and generic employability skills in real classroom settings, culminating in a 9-week Assistant Teacher professional experience placement (PPA4311) in the final year of the degree..
Further information regarding Professional Experience can be found at: https://www.ecu.edu.au/schools/education/professional-experience
Attendance requirements
Generally host Schools and Centres require that the Pre-Service Teachers attend the placement on a full time basis and otherwise meet their specific attendance requirements of the particular placement. There is limited scope for ECU to negotiate any deviations from these requirements
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
The Department of Education Western Australia and cooperating non-government schools have the right to determine 'fit and proper persons' to enter and practice in schools. For these reasons, all Pre-Service Teachers 18 years of age and over will be required to have a current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a current Working with Children Check, or the equivalent clearance issued by the relevant State authority before commencing this period of Professional Experience.
Further information can be found at https://www.ecu.edu.au/schools/education/professional-experience/before-professional-experience
Professional practice rules
During the placement, it is imperative that Pre-Service Teachers always demonstrate professionalism and respect for industry partners. Pre-Service Teachers must abide by the professional standards set out in the ECU Student Code of Conduct and comply with the applicable University policies and rules.
The Student Code of Conduct can be found at: http://policysearch.ecu.edu.au/PolicySearch/Record/767/file/document
The host School/Centre has absolute discretion to terminate the Pre-Service Teachers placement prior to completion of the placement. Situations where this discretion has been exercised are typically where the School/Centre has had concerns about Pre-Service Teacher's conduct or performance. ECU may also withdraw a Pre-Service Teacher from placement in certain circumstances. Early termination or withdrawal from the professional experience placement may result in a Fail grade for this unit.
-
Students will need to graduate to be eligible to register with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA). Registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA) is required to practice in the profession.
Graduates must meet the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) literacy and numeracy proficiency requirements prior to graduation for teacher registration in Western Australia. Further information is available at http://www.trb.wa.gov.au
Course learning outcomes
- Apply pedagogical content knowledge to theoretical and professional situations within secondary education contexts.
- Plan, implement and critically analyse strategies to resolve complex teaching and learning problems with respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Anticipate potential challenges using creative strategies to generate discipline specific responses.
- Evaluate digital technologies to create, manage and use relevant information from multiple sources with integrity.
- Communicate secondary education knowledge and values in academic, professional and public contexts.
- Authentically infuse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges, histories and cultures for secondary education contexts.
- Work collaboratively to cultivate a global understanding of social, sustainable, and ethical values and issues in secondary education contexts.
- Reflect on professional teaching performance and the positive impact on student learning, to responsively build capacity for quality teaching and learning.
Professional Recognition
CourseAccredited by: Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)
Fees and Scholarships
Fees
- AUD $5,800 - Commonwealth supported estimated 1st year indicative fee 1
Note
1 The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Some units require the payment of a fee for incidental goods or services required to complete those units. For more information and the full list of incidental fees for courses and units, visit What are Incidental Fees.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
This course creates quality graduates ready to take up employment in education learning environments.
Possible future job titles
Teacher, Education Officer, High School Teacher, Art Teacher, Biological Science Teacher, Design & Technology Teacher, Drama Teacher, Economics Teacher, English Teacher, Family Studies Teacher
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
Fees and Scholarships
Fees
- AUD $40,200 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee 1
Note
1 The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Some units require the payment of a fee for incidental goods or services required to complete those units. For more information and the full list of incidental fees for courses and units, visit What are Incidental Fees.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
This course creates quality graduates ready to take up employment in education learning environments.
Possible future job titles
Teacher, Education Officer, High School Teacher, Art Teacher, Biological Science Teacher, Design & Technology Teacher, Drama Teacher, Economics Teacher, English Teacher, Family Studies Teacher
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
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Student stories
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During my prac placements I made some great working relationships
Teaching was something I always wanted to do. I had already studied my undergrad degree at ECU so I jumped at the opportunity to further my career with a postgrad degree. The lecturers at ECU have been extremely helpful, even after completing all units they still remain in contact and give sound advice when applying for jobs.
During my prac placements I made some great working relationships that will help me with future job opportunities.
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Every unit from my degree has been helpful and I have been able to put the skills I have learnt into practice in the classroom.
I have a love for art that I wanted to be able to share with others, so I decided to study Secondary Education at ECU with a major in Visual Arts. I believe ECU is the best university for Teacher Education as they have a variety of disciplines, and provide so much real life experience in classrooms.
I was a bit nervous about going out on practicum placement at first, but this experience helped confirm that teaching was the career I want to pursue.
Quick guide to uni-speak
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The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national regulator of qualifications in the Australian education and training system. The AQF defines the essential characteristics, including the required learning outcomes, of the different types of qualifications issued across the higher education systems in Australia.
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points - that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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Quick guide to uni-speak
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The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national regulator of qualifications in the Australian education and training system. The AQF defines the essential characteristics, including the required learning outcomes, of the different types of qualifications issued across the higher education systems in Australia.
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points - that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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Course Entry
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ECU Experience
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