Education

A Major in Education in the Bachelor of Arts is made up of at least 48 credit points. To qualify for a major study in Education, students must successfully complete the following subjects:

EDUF111 plus EDUF212	Education I Education II
plus a further 24 credit points from 300 and 400 level subjects listed below. Subjects may also be selected from Education subjects with an EDUE prefix, or related disciplines, such as Communication Studies, English Language Studies, Psychology or Sociology, with the approval of the Faculty of Education - BA (Education) Coordinator.

Notes:

1. A major in Education in an Arts degree is not a recognised teacher-training credential, although some study in Education is recommended for students interested in a career in any instructional or communication-oriented field.

2. Students interested in pursuing a teacher-training credential by completing the Graduate Diploma In Education at the completion of their undergraduate degree, should consult with the Faculty Of Education - Director, Graduate Diploma In Education.

3. Certain Education subjects may be recognised as part of a major study in areas such as Communication Studies, English Language Studies, Psychology or Sociology. Students should consult the relevant Program coordinator for further information.

Study in Education in the Arts degree is grouped into 3 recommended specialised strands:

1. Language in Education
2. Equity and socio-cultural diversity
3. Educational Psychology and Special Education

The suggested pattern of studies for each recommended specialised strand is outlined below. Students are free to select subjects across the recommended specialised strands and are able to incorporate related areas of interest into a comprehensive program of studies. It is recommended that students consult with the BA Coordinator within the Faculty of Education regarding their intended program of studies.

First Year of Study

Core Subjects

EDUF111	Education I
EDUF212	Education II

Second/Third Year of Study

Language in Education Stream *

* Students should note that a specialist qualification in Language Teaching, the Certificate In Second Language Teaching is also available. Contact the Faculty Of Education for further information.

EDUC291	Culture, Immigration & Education
EDUE303	Teaching Language and Literacy Through Literature in the Early Childhood Years
EDUE304	Teaching Language Through Literature in the Primary and Middle Years
EDUL314	Language and Ideology
EDUL331	English Language: Examining Learners Problems
EDUL340	Materials and Technology in Second Language Teaching
EDUL350	Programming and Methodology in Second Language Teaching
EDUL360	Practicum or Project in Second Language Teaching
EDUT301	Research Methods
Equity And Socio-cultural Diversity Stream
EDUC323	Curriculum and Program Evaluation
EDUC291	Culture, Immigration & Education
EDUC292	Gender and Social Justice
EDUL314	Language and Ideology
EDUE301	Issues in Aboriginal Education
EDUE302	Aboriginal Pedagogy
EDUT301	Research Methods
Educational Psychology and Special Education Stream
EDUC213	Educational Psychology of Typical Children
EDUC217	Educational Psychology of Atypical Children and Introductory Educational Measurement
EDUF204	Learners with Exceptional Needs
EDUF232	Early Intervention and Children with Special Needs
EDUF311	Education III
EDUE320	Behaviour Management (Not to count with EDUE311)
EDUE321	Reading Difficulties (Not to count with EDUE312)
EDUE411	Programming for Individuals with Moderate to Severe Disabilities
EDUE412	Disability issues across the Life Span
EDUT301	Research Methods
400-Level
EDUZ401	Education Honours