Unit Set Information

Science Specialisation

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code SPAARL

This specialisation builds on previous learning and explores the role of the Science learning area as the centre of an integrated teaching approach. While developing capacity to provide leadership in Science teaching, students will plan, facilitate, and evaluate children's use of scientific knowledge and inquiry skills. Students will also have the opportunity to develop an inquiry project focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in primary schools. Particular focus is given to developing additional depth of understanding of expert content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge and highly effective classroom teaching in Science.

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This Specialisation can be studied in the following courses:

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at Joondalup

Related Careers

Teacher, Primary Teacher, Science Teacher

Employment Opportunities

The Master of Teaching (Primary) qualifies graduates to teach junior, middle and upper primary students in government and non-government schools.

Specialisation Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCE6270Teaching Integrated Science in Junior Primary Years10
SCE6275Teaching Integrated Science in Middle and Upper Primary School10
SCE6280STEM Project in Primary Education10

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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