This information was current in 2006 and may now be out of date. Please refer to the latest handbook.
SPECIFIC INFORMATION ON ENROLMENT FOR EDUCATION STUDENTS
The School of Education is located on the Townsville and Cairns campuses.
It is responsible for the teaching of all education subjects. The Professional Experience Unit, within the School of Education, is responsible for allocating students to schools to complete their practice teaching requirements.
While all four years of the Primary and Early Childhood Education programs are offered on both campuses, only the first three years of the Secondary program are available in Cairns. The entire program is offered in Townsville.
WHO DO I CONTACT FOR HELP?
Students may find that they need advice on some aspects of studies. The School has a number of academic advisers who offer advice to students.
On the Townsville Campus, contact one of the following:
Academic Advisers
Contact the Student Faculty Officer for an appointment.
Student Faculty Officer
| Mr Doug Neeson | (07) 4781 4465 |
| Mrs Helen Jackson | (07) 4781 6289 |
Professional Experience Unit
| Ms Frana McKinstry | (07) 4781 4681 |
| Ms Bethany Hill | (07) 4781 6549 |
On the Cairns Campus, contact one of the following:
| Ms Julie Napoli | (07) 4042 1720 |
| Dr Colin Baskin | (07) 4042 1343 |
Students with disabilities may contact the Workplace Equity Unit in Education Queensland for advice and support prior to School Experience sessions. See the Professional Experience Unit for details.
TEACHER REGISTRATION
The Bachelor of Education and the joint degrees including Education have been accepted for teacher registration by the Queensland College of Teachers. Graduates of these courses can therefore apply for registration as a teacher. Applicants will be subject to a national criminal history check. The College may choose to reject an application as a result. Any students with concerns about this should contact the Office of the College for further information (07) 3377 4777.
OVERVIEW OF EDUCATION COURSE STRUCTURES
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
The Bachelor of Education course can be taken in any of three programs which prepare teachers for early childhood, primary and secondary levels. The course is designed as a qualification for teachers who are knowledgeable life-long learners, committed to all learners and their communities, competent in curriculum, pedagogy and assessment, and committed to professional and ethical responsibility and action. Particular attention is given to ensuring that graduates are well prepared to contribute to education in north Queensland, including a focus on the needs of Indigenous students and students in rural and isolated communities.
The course enhances the discipline knowledge base of teachers, integrates theory and practice, and promotes a reflective approach to teaching. There is significant collaboration between the University and schools in ensuring that both the on-campus and professional experience components of the course ensure a successful transition to the profession.
The first year is a year of orientation to teachers' work and the development of professional understanding and competence. Students are introduced to the context of education and come to understand how people grow and develop in the socio-cultural practices of their world. They begin to consider how teaching and learning might respond and contribute to individual development and social change in a globalised society. Students focus on basic literacies in language, mathematics and technology, both as goals for education and as competencies for their own professional growth.
In second and third years, students focus more closely on teaching and learning in the context of student and school cultures. They study the process of teaching and learning in the various curriculum contexts, including critical inquiry into “commonsense” understandings of “best practice”. Students develop the following competencies in their curriculum areas:
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understanding contemporary issues in the field and their origins;
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knowledge of relevant theories informing practice within the area;
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skills of planning and implementing successful teaching practices;
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critical analysis and assessment of the uses of relevant technologies;
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development and evaluation of teaching programs and resources and appropriate assessment of learning outcomes.
A key focus of this part of the course is the process of critical investigation and reflective inquiry, both as goals of schooling, and also as the means for the development of professional expertise.
During the first three years, students complete the discipline requirements for their relevant major (i.e. secondary, primary, early childhood).
In the final year of the program students integrate intellectual and practical knowledges in ways that will prepare them to contribute to the development of a tolerant, vigorous and caring society for all their students. Studies in curriculum and beginning teaching join with extended teaching experience in schools to allow students to develop and communicate personal theories and philosophies of teaching and learning. Students become more independent in their development of the role of teacher/ researcher and prepare to contribute in authentic ways to their profession.
GRADUATE BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
Students undertaking the Graduate Bachelor of Education complete a two year program of education studies which may be condensed to 18 months. They also complete the same professional experience requirements as the Bachelor of Education.
ENROLMENT FOR CONTINUING STUDENTS
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1. If necessary, change the course code to indicate your progress through the program in which you are enrolled.
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2. Turn to the appropriate program following the degree requirements (pages 209-217 in Undergraduate Courses and Majors). Tick the subjects you have already completed successfully. Choose subjects up to 24 units (no more than 30 units if you are overloading) for the next stage of your program by:
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(a) consulting the Master Schedule of Subjects in this Handbook for non-education subjects;
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(b) consulting the list of focus studies subjects in the Subject Information Booklet.
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3. Enter your subject selection on your re-enrolment form and return it.
BRING YOUR SUBJECT INFORMATION BOOKLET TO THE ENROLMENT ADVISORY SESSION.
ENROLMENT ADVICE
Do not be afraid that, when you find out more about the subjects, you might want to change your enrolment. During Orientation Week, commencing students may meet individually with a member of staff to discuss your enrolment at which time you will have an opportunity to change subjects, if necessary. Information on enrolment advisory sessions will be provided in your re-enrolment package.
CREDIT
If you are seeking credit for previous studies at this or another institution, you should enrol in a normal level 1 program as discussed above. When a decision on your credit application is made, then you should contact the office of the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences for advice on an appropriate choice of subjects.
TEACHING AREAS
Listed on the following pages are the secondary teaching area subjects available to level 1 Bachelor of Education secondary students.
Students intending to study a language other than English should note the following.
The languages for which teachers are prepared are French and Japanese. It is unlikely that students who have not completed a language to year 12 level will be able to reach a level of proficiency with the language that would enable them to obtain employment as a teacher of that language. If you have completed year 12 in the language, you should enrol in the basic level of the subject, not the foundation level.
If you want to prepare as an early childhood or primary teacher, you can enrol in the foundation level subjects (whether you have completed the language to year 12 level or not). With this level of study, it is likely that you will have to complete further studies in the language after completing your degree to reach sufficient proficiency to be a LOTE specialist. In the meantime, you would be able to be employed as a generalist teacher.
Focus studies subjects available for ECE, Primary and Secondary BEd students can be selected from the list provided in the School of Education Subject Information Booklet.
LEVEL 1 SECONDARY TEACHING AREAS FOR THE BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
(descriptions of these subjects can be obtained from the Student Handbook; see JCU website)
Primary BEd students are advised to choose 6 units or more of these subjects in the first year if considering transferring to a Secondary BEd after first year. Subjects marked # normally require a Senior prerequisite. Secondary students choose one minor (teach to Year 10) and one major (teach to Year 12). Minor teaching areas are organised as much as possible according to Key Learning Areas.
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER STUDIES
| IA1015:03 | Indigenous Australian Worldviews 1 – Cosmology, Conflict and Cultural Diversity |
| IA1016:03 | North Queensland Society: Indigenous Voices |
| IA2002:03 | Australian Indigenous Languages |
| SS1010:03 | Australian People: Indigenous and Anthropological Perspectives |
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
| BT1001:03# | Introduction to Plant Science |
| BZ1001:03# | Fundamentals of Biology |
| ZL1001:03# | The Diversity of Animal Life |
BUSINESS EDUCATION
| To be taken in conjunction with another Social Science. Two of: | |
| BU1001:03 | Communication in Business |
| CO1003:03 | Contemporary Accounting Principles and Systems 2 |
| or | |
| CO1101:03 | Accounting for Decision Making |
| MG1731:03 | Principles of Management |
CHEMISTRY
| CH1001:03# | Chemistry: A Central Science |
| CH1002:03# | Chemistry: Principles and Applications |
COMPUTER STUDIES (LOWER SECONDARY)
| CP1200:03 | Introduction to Computer Science 1 |
| CP1500:03 | Introduction to Database Principles |
| CP2010:03 | Multimedia Web Design |
| CP2060:03 | Computer Graphics Principles |
DRAMA
| At least 6 units of English subjects should also be taken | |
| TH1102:03 | Acting 1: Introduction to the Art of Acting |
| either | |
| TH1103:03 | Acting 2: The Art of Acting |
| or | |
| TH1420:03 | History of World Theatre |
EARTH SCIENCE
| EA1110:03 | Evolution of the Earth |
ECONOMICS
| EC1005:03 | Economics for Business 1 |
| EC1006:03 | Economics for Business 2 |
ENGLISH
| One Cinema (CN) subject may be taken in the two or three year sequence. | |
| EL1100:03 | Critical Reading |
| and/or | |
| EL1200:03 | Literature in Action |
| or | |
| CU1010:03 | Effective Writing |
FRENCH
| An additional proficiency test is required prior to teaching. Native speakers of French should consult the lecturer regarding subject choice. | |
| FR2201:03# | Basic French 1 |
| FR2202:03# | Basic French 2 |
GEOGRAPHY
| A mix of Physical and Human Geography is required. | |
| EV1001:03 | Introduction to Environmental Science |
| EV1004:03 | Foundations of Environmental Studies |
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
| See BEd schedules for Primary and Secondary Human Movement programs for full sequences. Not available as a minor. | |
| HM1061:03 | Foundations of Human Movement Studies |
| SP1001:03 | Introduction to Fitness and Exercise Biology |
INFORMATION PROCESSING AND TECHNOLOGY
| CP1200:03 | Introduction to Computer Science 1 |
| CP1300:03# | Introduction to Computer Science 2 |
JAPANESE
| A proficiency test is required prior to teaching. | |
| JA1101:03# | Basic Japanese 1 |
| JA1102:03# | Basic Japanese 2 |
LEGAL STUDIES
| LA1005:03 | Principles of Criminal Law A |
| LA1006:03 | Law in Context |
MARINE STUDIES
| BT1001:03# | Introduction to Plant Science |
| MB1110:03# | Introductory Marine Science |
| ZL1001:03# | The Diversity of Animal Life |
MATHEMATICS
| MA1000:03# | Mathematical Foundations |
| MA1003:03# | Mathematical Techniques |
MODERN HISTORY
| A mix of Australian, Southeast Asian and International History is required. | |
| Examples: | |
| HI1302:03 | Age of Extremes: The Twentieth Century |
| HI1303:03 | The Foundations of Western Culture |
MULTISTRAND SCIENCE
| There is no major (three year sequence) in Multistrand Science. Note that some subjects require prerequisites of Senior Chemistry and Maths B. Four level 1 Science subjects are required. One to be continued to at least level 2. For example: One from BZ1001, BT1001, MB1110, ZL1001 Three from CH1001, EA1110, EV1001, PH1002, PH1005. |
MUSIC (CLASSROOM)
| Entry into the BEd in even years only. | |
| MU1421:03 | Creating Music 1A |
| MU1422:03 | Creating Music 1B |
PHYSICS (NEEDS TO BE TAKEN WITH MATHEMATICS)
| PH1005:03# | Introductory Physics |
| PH1007:03# | Fundamental Physics |
POLITICS
| PL1001:03 | Comparative Politics: Making Sense of a Puzzling World |
| PL1002:03 | World Politics: International Conflict and Cooperation |
STUDY OF SOCIETY
| Three level 1 subjects selected from three of AN, AR, CU, HI, PL, SY and WS subjects with two continued to at least level 2. | |
| Examples: | |
| AN1001:03 | Anthropology IA: Discovering Anthropology |
| AR1001:03 | The World of Archaeology |
| CU1112:03 | Communication, Information and Society |
| HI1302:03 | Age of Extremes: The Twentieth Century |
| HI1303:03 | The Foundations of Western Culture |
| PL1001:03 | Comparative Politics: Making Sense of a Puzzling World |
| SY1001:03 | Australian Society: An Introduction to Sociology |
| WS1001:03 | Introduction to Social Policy |
| WS1005:03 | Human Rights and Social Issues |
VISUAL ART
| Students wishing to prepare for Visual Art teaching should enrol in the Bachelor of Visual Arts. |