MJRU-SCIBI v.1 Science Education Major (Biology) (BEd Secondary)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
The Science (Biology) Education Major prepares students with content and pedagogical knowledge to teach in the Biology subject area in Year 11 and 12 as well as across Science curriculum area from Years 7 to 12. Students will also select a second teaching area specialisation from: a minor teaching area, or broadening study in their major teaching subject area, or further studies in an education specialisation area.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
Specifically, applicants require Mathematics Applications ATAR.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply discipline knowledge, principles and concepts associated with effective teaching of secondary school students
2. critically evaluate and synthesise theory, research and practice to apply knowledge of the needs of students from diverse backgrounds and across the full range of abilities to enhance learning
3. assess student learning and analyse diverse sources of data to support valid judgements of student learning
4. plan and deliver effective teaching and learning experiences with demonstrated impact
5. select, curate, use and create a range of digital resources and technologies to support learning and teaching
6. demonstrate responsibility and accountability for being a life-long learner, identify and engage in professional learning; demonstrate personal literacy and numeracy competencies to the required accreditation standard
7. engage in a continual cycle of improvement through critical and reflective practices including those based on local, national and global research and evidence-based practices
8. create, lead and maintain positive learning environments for all students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds
9. communicate professionally and engage collaboratively with colleagues, students, parent/carers, and the community
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| BCCB1000 | v.1 | Cell Biology | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 150.0 | ||||
| 175.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| EDSC4022 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction Lower Secondary: Science | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL1000 | v.1 | Functional Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| EDSC4023 | v.1 | Curriculum and Instruction Upper Secondary: Science | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| BOTA2000 | v.1 | Plant Diversity and Adaptation | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| EDSC3002 | v.1 | Pedagogies for Inclusivity | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECEV2000 | v.1 | Terrestrial Ecology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| ENST3002 | v.1 | Environmental Restoration | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| ERTH3000 | v.1 | Habitat and Landform Mapping | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| STRU-SOSCM | v.2 | Humanities and Social Sciences - Social Sciences Education Minor Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| STRU-HUMAM | v.2 | Humanities and Social Sciences - Humanities Education Minor Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| STRU-VARTM | v.2 | The Arts - Visual Arts Education Minor Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| STRU-PARTM | v.2 | The Arts - Performing Arts Education Minor Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| STRU-ENGLM | v.2 | English Education Minor Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| STRU-MATHM | v.2 | Mathematics Education Minor Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| STRU-BIOLB | v.2 | Broadening Biology Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| STRU-EDSCI | v.2 | Education Specialty and Science Teaching Area Stream (BEd Secondary) | 150.0 | ||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 4 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| EDUC4042 | v.1 | Alternative Approaches to Teaching Literacy and Numeracy | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| CTED4000 | v.1 | An Introduction to Catholic Education | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4023 | v.1 | Creating and Responding to Literature | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4022 | v.1 | Creative Literacies | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| CTED4001 | v.1 | Creed and Sacraments in Catholic Studies | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4014 | v.1 | Diverse Abilities and Curriculum Differentiation | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4032 | v.1 | iSTEM Education through Digital Stories | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4034 | v.1 | iSTEM: Social Issues | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4036 | v.1 | Language and Diversity | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4044 | v.1 | Literacy and Numeracy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Learners | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4048 | v.1 | Mentoring, Coaching and Tutoring | 25.0 | ||
| CTED4002 | v.1 | Prayer and Morality in Catholic Studies | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4021 | v.1 | Project-based iSTEM Education | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4012 | v.1 | Sexuality and Relationships Education | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4031 | v.1 | Social Justice in Literacy and Numeracy Learning | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4020 | v.1 | Supporting Literacy and Numeracy Development for Diverse Learners | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4029 | v.1 | Technologies: Coding for Teachers | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4038 | v.1 | Technologies: Design Solutions | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| EDUC4046 | v.1 | Technologies: Digital Solutions | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
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