Unit Set Information

Design and Technology Education Years 7 - 10 Specialisation

Effective from 01-JAN-2017 : Code SPAANF

This specialisation provides a strong theoretical foundation for the study and practice of design and technology across a variety of media and technologies. The focus of the study is on materials and systems designs within the context of contemporary technologies, and it covers content, teaching and learning, and assessment strategies, as well as the development and evaluation of teaching programs.

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This Specialisation can be studied in the following courses:

Special Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to complete at least two years (4 units) of degree level studies in design or design related study with at least two units at level 2 or above in areas such as architecture, graphic design, industrial design, interior design, landscape design, product design, including two units of practical application in designing and producing in engineering, industrial technology (wood, metals, plastics), textile technology.

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at Mount Lawley

Employment Opportunities

This specialisation is designed for students wishing to teach design and technology in the lower secondary school setting.

Specialisation Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
DTE4110Design and Technology Education10
DTE4271Design and Technology Education 210

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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