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The Undergraduate Certificate in Secondary Teaching Education Studies is designed for people who are interested in pursuing a career in secondary education and gives the student entry (and credit for the four subjects completed) into the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) degree at Curtin. You will explore the world of child development pertaining to adolescents, the use of technology in the classroom for middle and upper secondary school-aged learners, and explore literacy and how it impacts across the secondary school curriculum. This course will also examine some of the issues and trends that impact on teaching and schooling.

Study 4 core subjects in teaching young people—and get entry and credit in Curtin’s Bachelor Degree. Topics include adolescent development, tech in the classroom, and literacy. Start thinking about your career as a high school teacher.

Undergraduate Certificate in Secondary Teaching Education Studies

Applications for Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (English Education) are only accepted for commencement in SP1 or SP3. Students wishing to commence their studies in other study periods can do so by enrolling in the Level 1 Open Enrolment Subjects.The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (English Education) degree is designed for people seeking to attain an Initial Teacher Education qualification in order to register as a teacher in Australia and any other countries that recognise an Australian teaching qualification. Students will develop advanced critical skills, knowledge and understanding concerning best practice in education and in meeting the needs of 21st century learners. Students will have four opportunities to engage in professional practice in schools, culminating in a final professional placement of a block one full school term.The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (English Education) will be chosen by those who wish to teach in Secondary schools in Years 7 - 12. Students in this degree will specialise in one Secondary school curriculum area and will be qualified to teach Years 7 to 12 in this major teaching area.Please Note: The teaching areas offered in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) are: The Arts (Visual Arts), English and Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography).Applicants for admission will be required to choose their major teaching area from those offered.Please note: This course is only available to applicants who are residing in Australia for the duration of their degree. As this course doesn’t hold CRICOS registration international students on a Student VISA are not permitted to undertake this course.

Boasting a new course structure, this degree promises to hone your skills as a literacy leader. Gain the skills needed to teach English in Years 7-12 with new subjects and a chance to take on professional experience subjects throughout your degree.  

Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (English Education)

Qualify as both a primary and secondary teacher to inspire, nurture and develop inclusive research informed learning experiences for young people. You will become qualified to teach across school year levels from the early years to Year 12. The Bachelor of Education (Primary and Secondary) gives you the flexibility of multiple career options. You will develop knowledge and skills in primary curriculum areas including English, mathematics, the arts, health and physical education, social sciences and technologies. You will also choose one specialist secondary teaching area to complete your course.

Positively influence the lives of young people. You’ll develop as a teacher and a person. Explore curriculum, planning, and pedagogy. Learn to engage your learners and be inclusive. Includes supervised work placements to practice teaching in schools.

Bachelor of Education (Primary and Secondary)

The Bachelor of Education qualifies you to be a teacher in Australia, and many countries overseas. Our evidence-based course draws on the Faculty of Education’s leadership and research in teacher education that is responsive to local and global contexts. Graduates will be qualified as a teacher in one of the following five areas:<ul><li>Early Childhood/Primary (6 weeks to Year 6);</li><li>Primary (Kindergarten/Prep to Year 6); English Primary Specialisation and specialisation in Science and Maths available </li><li>Primary/Secondary (English Primary Specialisation and one Secondary specialisation);</li><li>Secondary (Two teaching specialisations); or</li><li>Secondary: Design and Technology (choose from Industrial Technology, or Food and Fibre, plus one Secondary specialisation).</li></ul>The first year of the course provides a distinctive foundation with excellent grounding in literacy, numeracy, and subject content, as well as issues in contemporary education.  Within the four-year full-time equivalent degree (or 3.5 years fast tracked*), you also undertake core learning in Indigenous education, sustainability, inclusive (special) education, along with curriculum and pedagogy learning across disciplines. All primary and secondary students across Australia need to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) prior to undertaking the second professional experience placement.If undertaking full-time study from year 2, studying from January to December (6 teaching terms) may be required in some years.Please note admission to this course includes <a href="https://www.scu.edu.au/education/education-profession/non-academic-requirements/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(3, 36, 54);">non-academic requirements</a>.* Depending on course and specialisation pathway and term commencement.

Learn to teach young adults in high school. After covering the fundamentals of literacy and numeracy, choose from a wide range of curriculum specialisations. Put theory into practice during your professional experience placement in the classroom.

Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

With the focus on primary teaching, this degree also covers English curriculum in secondary schools. Study the fundamentals of literacy and numeracy. Professional placements in both primary and secondary classrooms help you put theory into practice.

Bachelor of Education (Primary/Secondary)

Applications for Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (Humanities and Social Sciences Education) Geography major are only accepted for commencement in SP1 or SP3. Students wishing to commence their studies in other study periods can do so by enrolling in the Level 1 Open Enrolment Subjects.The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (Humanities and Social Sciences Education) Geography major is designed for people seeking to attain an Initial Teacher Education qualification in order to register as a teacher in Australia and any other countries that recognise an Australian teaching qualification. Students will develop advanced critical skills, knowledge and understanding concerning best practice in education and in meeting the needs of 21st century learners. Students will have four opportunities to engage in professional practice in schools, culminating in a final professional placement of a block one full school term.The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (Humanities and Social Sciences Education) Geography major will be chosen by those who wish to teach in Secondary schools in Years 7 - 12. Students in this degree will specialise in one Secondary school curriculum area and will be qualified to teach Years 7 to 12 in this major teaching area.Please Note: The teaching areas offered in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) are: The Arts (Visual Arts), English and Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography).Applicants for admission will be required to choose their major teaching area from those offered.Please note that this course is only available to applicants who are residing in Australia for the duration of their degree. As this course doesn’t hold CRICOS registration international students on a Student VISA are not permitted to undertake this course.

Boasting a new course structure, this degree promises to hone your skills as a geography teacher. Gain the skills needed to teach Geography in Years 7-12 with new subjects and a chance to take on professional experience subjects throughout. 

Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (Humanities and Social Sciences - Geography)

Applications for Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education)(The Arts – Visual Arts) are only accepted for commencement in SP1 or SP3. Students wishing to commence their studies in other study periods can do so by enrolling in the Level 1 Open Enrolment Subjects.The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (The Arts – Visual Arts) degree is designed for people seeking to attain an Initial Teacher Education qualification in order to register as a teacher in Australia and any other countries that recognise an Australian teaching qualification. Students will develop advanced critical skills, knowledge and understanding concerning best practice in education and in meeting the needs of 21st century learners. Students will have four opportunities to engage in professional practice in schools, culminating in a final professional placement of a block one full school term.The Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education)(The Arts – Visual Arts ) will be chosen by those who wish to teach in Secondary schools in Years 7 - 12. Students in this degree will specialise in The Arts Secondary school curriculum area with a focus on Visual Arts and will be qualified to teach Years 7 to 12 in this major teaching area.Please Note: The teaching areas offered in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) are: The Arts (Visual Arts), English and <a href="https://www.open.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-education-secondary-education-humanities-and-social-sciences-geography-curtin-university-cur-sge-deg" target="_blank">Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography)</a>. Please note that this course is only available to applicants who are residing in Australia for the duration of their degree. As this course doesn’t hold CRICOS registration international students on a Student VISA are not permitted to undertake this course.

Boasting a new course structure, this degree promises to hone your skills as a visual arts teacher. Gain the skills needed to teach The Arts in Years 7-12 with new subjects and a chance to take on professional experience subjects throughout.

Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education) (The Arts - Visual Arts)

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary), you’ll be qualified to teach high school subjects related to the curriculum method studied (major), based on your previous tertiary study. You may add a second teaching area (minor) if you have completed the appropriate undergraduate study, as well as a second curriculum method subject and related professional experience placement.Study that works for youFull-time or part-time online study is available to accommodate your work and lifestyle commitments.Join a vibrant academic communityOur teaching staff have made substantial contributions to research, policy and curriculum development.Gain practical experience while you studyWork placements ensure that by the time you graduate you will have gained significant professional experience.Dedicated supportBenefit from friendly, personalised support and academic assistance, including interaction with your subject coordinator throughout your work placements.Take your study furtherIf you are interested in an advanced level of study, you may apply for entry to the Master of Teaching (Secondary) if you have achieved a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or above in your first year of the course.

Stack this teaching qualification with your current degree to become a high school teacher. You’ll study core education subjects. Explore curriculum and the classroom environment. Specialisations include drama, maths, and teacher librarianship.

Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary)

Learn to teach tech to teenagers. After covering the fundamentals of literacy and numeracy, choose to specialise your teaching focus from IT, digital media, engineering and more. Put theory into practice during your professional experience placement.

Bachelor of Education (Technology Secondary)

Do you have a passion for sharing knowledge with others and see yourself working in education? The Undergraduate Certificate in Education is an excellent place to start your journey.This course provides you with foundational knowledge about why, what and how we educate, and introduces the foundations of the applied discipline of education.The course has a focus on developing critical thinking, reflection and skills relating to the study of educational disciplines and it can be the first step on a pathway to an accredited teaching degree in early childhood, primary or secondary education.Graduates of this course will be eligible for entry and up to four units of credit towards the Bachelor of Education (Where applicants must also meet the course-specific requirements)

Start to think about why education is important—and if it’s the right career for you. The core subject covers the basic practices of education. You’ll choose from electives including science, health, humanities, maths, English, and art.

Undergraduate Certificate in Education

Child Development for Educators

Supporting Literacy and Numeracy Development for Diverse Learners

The Professional Educator: Developing Teacher Identity

Managing the Learning Environment

Literacy and Numeracy Across the Curriculum

Teaching and Learning in the Digital World

Curriculum and Instruction Lower Secondary: English

Creative Literacies

Educators Inquiring About the World

Social and Emotional Learning

This subject is one of a set of 3 undergraduate option units to prepare Initial Teacher Educators (ITE) to specialise in teaching literacy and English. This subject introduces a range of literary texts applicable to students from Foundation to Year 10, including: short stories, novels, poetry, prose, plays, film and multimodal texts, in spoken, print and digital online form. The subject explores how texts reflect the historical and socio-cultural context of their creation and how different readers respond to them through the lenses of their own personal and socio-cultural context. The text–to-life and life-to-text significance of literature will be explored. In addition to the analysis of linguistic, literary and multimodal devices available to authors, students will investigate how these devices are applied in the process of textual creation. A diverse range of texts, valued for their aesthetic, social and cultural significance, will be at the heart of the subject and will include literature spanning from Australia (including the oral traditions and written texts of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders); Asia and the world, as well as sustainability. The subject will explore the dynamic, constantly evolving and polysemic nature of genres of literature.
The expectation is that students will have completed two mandatory (non-option) subjects in English/Literacy before taking this subject.
Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Learn to engage students with texts in the classroom. Cover what both written and visual texts can teach students about the time periods and contexts they were created in. Discover how different students may interpret texts based on their own lives.

Creating and Responding to Literature

This subject provides an overview to the key theories and principles relating to the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. There is a focus on the fundamental concepts, learner profile and holistic learning. Issues relating to curriculum planning and assessment will be examined.﻿Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Academic Integrity</a><a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank"> module</a>.

Gain an overview of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. You’ll explore the education framework’s philosophy and guiding principles.

Introduction to the International Baccalaureate Programme

This subject provides an overview of theoretical perspectives on human learning including behaviourism, humanism, constructivism and cognitivism, from historical and current perspectives. Each set of theoretical assumptions is evaluated based on scientific evidence and explored in terms of practical applications to promote learning in educational environments with a specific focus on the underlying principles of inclusive education and social justice, including effective preparation of all students to transition effectively as productive members of society. Current Australian and international education and human rights policies are reviewed with the aim of equipping educators with the awareness, knowledge and skills to support appropriate education for all students utilising a student/family centred, strength based approach. The theoretical foundations are built upon with learning opportunities to develop competencies in all aspects of inclusive education.
Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Consider history, philosophy, government policies, and inclusive education theory to form confidence in creating teaching and assessment strategies for learners from diverse cognitive and cultural backgrounds. 

Learning Theories, Diversity and Differentiation

Understanding the learning needs of children and adolescents as they develop is critical to your future as an educator of young people. In this subject you will explore the field of Developmental Psychology and analyse a range of theories which explore the different developmental frameworks and physical, cognitive, social and emotional domains. You will learn about developmental differences and investigate teaching strategies to help you respond to these differences in the classroom. This subject teaches you how to use developmental assessment information to  better support student development and learning. You’ll also learn some strategies for reporting results to parents and carers.

Development and Learning in Childhood and Adolescence

This subject extends your understanding of the emotional, intellectual, spiritual, interpersonal, social and environmental dimensions of health and wellness. The content focuses on critical aspects of social and emotional learning (SEL) to ensure you can successfully implement a program of SEL in a school or workplace. SEL encompasses concepts such as resilience, mental health, drug education, sexual health, relationships and safety issues. You will develop skills and knowledge to enable you to support the social and emotional wellbeing of your students in your teaching practice.

This subject was previously known as MCA110 Narrating Selves.
Narratives underpin a range of cultural artefacts. This subject explores key elements of narrative construction such as story and narration; time and space; narrating perspective and voice. It also examines the ways in which their elements function in relation to audiences and their social contexts.
Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld. Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Examine storytelling and take apart how narratives are constructed. Sift through space, time, perspective and voice. Shine the spotlight on audiences. Take a closer look at narrative fiction and non-fiction and their approach to communication.

Engaging Narrative

This subject was previously known as: Curriculum and Instruction Upper Secondary: English
This subject is designed to prepare pre-service teachers to teach the Senior Secondary English curriculum. The focus of the subject is on curriculum planning, teaching strategies, assessment, reporting, the demonstration of positive impact on student learning and research relating to Senior Secondary English. The subject examines moderation, the provision of feedback and responding to individual student needs.
Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Learn how to teach English in upper secondary levels. Develop skills to last through your career - from planning to assessment strategies and report writing. Gain what’s needed to have a positive impact on students.

Curriculum and Instruction Senior Secondary: English

This subject is designed to prepare pre-service teachers to teach the Senior Secondary Arts curriculum. The focus of the subject is on curriculum planning, teaching strategies, assessment, reporting, the demonstration of positive impact on student learning and research relating to Senior Secondary Arts. The subject examines moderation, the provision of feedback and responding to individual student needs.
Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Prepare for your career teaching the arts to secondary school students. You’ll cover curriculum planning, teaching strategies and reporting. Consider how you might approach individual student needs in your area of expertise. 

Curriculum and Instruction Senior Secondary: The Arts

This subject was previously known as EDS131 Curriculum and Instruction Lower Secondary: Humanities and Social Sciences.
This subject is designed to prepare pre-service Lower Secondary Humanities and Social Sciences teachers. The focus of the subject is on curriculum planning, teaching strategies, evaluation, resources, the demonstration of positive impact on student learning and research relating to Lower Secondary Humanities and Social Sciences. Teaching and learning practices to support and challenge a diverse student cohort are explored.
Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Study curriculum planning, teaching strategies, evaluation, resources, and how to have a positive impact on student learning. Teaching and learning practices to support and challenge a diverse student cohort are also explored.

Curriculum and Instruction Lower Secondary: Humanities and Social Sciences

This subject was previously known as EDS201 Managing the Learning Environment. 
This subject focuses on creating and maintaining a positive learning framework, developing safe, supportive and accountable learning environments. Emphasis will be placed on proactive teacher behaviour in meeting individual student needs, motivating and engaging all learners.
Please Note:  If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Understand how to maintain a positive, safe and supportive learning environment. Focus on your own proactive behaviour in being able to meet individual student needs and appreciate how to engage carers and the wider community.

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