Education

(Taught by the Faculty of Education)

A Major in Education in the Bachelor of Arts is made up of at least 48 credit points and students must successfully complete the following subjects:

Number	Subject	Credit Points
EDUF111	Education I	6
EDUF212	Education II	6

plus

a further 24 credit points from 300 and 400 level subjects listed in the 3 recommended specialised strands below

plus

a further 12 credit points from subjects listed in the 3 recommended specialised strands below. Subjects may also be selected from those listed in the Education Course Structures with an EDUE prefix. Related disciplines, such as Communication Studies, English Language Studies, Psychology or Sociology, may be studied if approved 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. However, 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

Number	Subject	Credit Points
EDUF111	Education I	6
EDUF212	Education II	6

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.

Number	Subject	Credit Points
EDUC291	Culture, Immigration & Education	8
EDUE303	Teaching Language and Literacy Through Literature in Early Childhood Years	6
EDUE304	Teaching Language Through Literature in the Primary and Middle Years	6
EDUL314	Language and Ideology	8
EDUL331	English Language: Examining Learners Problems	8
EDUL340	Materials and Technology in Second Language Teaching	8
EDUL350	Programming and Methodology in Second Language Teaching	8
EDUL360	Practicum or Project in Second Language Teaching	8
EDUT301	Research Methods	6

Equity And Socio-cultural Diversity Stream

Number	Subject	Credit Points
EDUC323	Curriculum and Program Evaluation	8
EDUC291	Culture, Immigration & Education	8
EDUC292	Gender and Social Justice	8
EDUL314	Language and Ideology	8
EDUE301	Issues in Aboriginal Education	6
EDUE302	Aboriginal Pedagogy	6
EDUT301	Research Methods	6

Educational Psychology and Special Education Stream

400-Level

Number	Subject	Credit Points
EDUZ401	Education Honours	6