This program develops graduates who can draw on discipline and pedagogical knowledge in order to teach within disciplinary frameworks, as well as within integrated curriculum structures.
Within real-world and life-like contexts, inquiry based and problem solving learning provides knowledge and skills for entry to the teaching profession for those seeking to commence as a secondary teacher for years 7-12. The program provides graduates with the professional studies, knowledge and skills, along with discipline expertise in two teaching areas (biology, chemistry and / or mathematics).
Commencing Semester 2, 2014
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- € From 2016 it will be a requirement to have Maths A, B or C (4,SA), at least one science subject (4,SA) and English (4,SA).
- € From 2016 it will be a requirement to have Maths A, B or C (4,SA), at least one science subject (4,SA) and English (4,SA).
Within real-world and life-like contexts, inquiry based and problem solving learning provides knowledge and skills for entry to the teaching profession for those seeking to commence as a secondary teacher for years 7-12. The program provides graduates with the professional studies, knowledge and skills, along with discipline expertise in two teaching areas (biology, chemistry and / or mathematics).
Post-admission requirements
Students complete 80 days of Supervised Professional Experience, completed as full-time blocks, and 15 days of Wider Field Experience. The majority of Supervised Professional Experience must be completed in Queensland schools. Students must undergo a criminal history check and obtain a Suitability Card before the first professional experience.
Career opportunities
Teacher in secondary schools, private practice, community education centres, private colleges, universities, or careers in related discipline areas.
Registration
Graduates may apply for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
Program structure
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 32 courses as listed in program structure.
- The total number of introductory (100 level) courses cannot exceed 15.
- Select and complete majors and minors as per the listed below.
- Register your selected Major and Minor with Student Administration.
- Complete a minimum of 80 days Supervised Professional Experience, completed as full-time blocks.
- Complete 15 days of Wider Field Experience.
In order to commence Supervised Professional Experience placement you must:
- Have a National Criminal History check (by Queensland Police Service or other state/territory authority).
- Travel to attend field education placements.
- A Suitability Card is required, refer to Requirements for placements.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Program Structure
13 required courses
COR109
EDU114
EDU202
EDU328
EDU410
EDU412
EDU417
EDU418
EDU419
EDU420
EDU421
EDU422
SCS203
4 required curriculum and pedagogy courses from:
EDU352
EDU353
EDU354
EDU355
EDU363
EDU364
7 required Science coruses
1 course from:
MTH100
MTH102
1 course from:
SET111
OR
1 introductory or advanced course from the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
2 courses from:
LFS112
LFS122
SCI102
SCI107
SUS101
OR
2 introductory or advanced courses from the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
Select a 8 course major from:
Biology
Mathematics
Select a 4 course minor from:
Chemistry
Mathematics (only available with Biology Major)
Total units: 384
Recommended study sequences
- Biology Major - Mathematics Minor Study Plan Semester 1 commencement
- Biology Major - Chemistry Minor Study Plan Semester 1 commencement
- Mathematics Major - Chemistry Minor Study Plan Semester 1 commencement
- Biology Major - Mathematics Minor Study Plan Semester 2 commencement
- Biology Major - Chemistry Minor Study Plan Semester 2 commencement
- Mathematics Major - Chemistry Minor Study Plan Semester 2 commencement