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1 SECONDARY EDUCATION WHY STUDY SECONDARY EDUCATION AT AVONDALE?... 4 BACHELOR OF ARTS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING (BA/BTCH)... 5 Details... 5 Overview... 5 Entry Requirements... 5 Where it Could Take You... 5 Textbook and Other Costs... Field Study - Geography and Biology Minors... Scholarships... Course Structure... 7 Honours... 9 Course Sequence Grids Available Units BACHELOR OF BUSINESS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING Details Overview Entry Requirements Where it Could Take You Textbook and Other Costs Recognition Scholarships Course Structure Honours Course Sequence Grid BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/BACHELOR OF TEACHING (BSc/BTch) Details Overview Entry Requirements Where it Could Take You Textbook and Other Costs Field Study - Geography and Biology Minors Articulation Arrangements with the University of Newcastle Scholarships Course Structure P a g e

2 Honours Course Sequence Grid Available Units BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (BEd Secondary) Details Overview Entry Requirements Where it Could Take You Textbook and Other Costs Design Projects at Avondale Cross-Institutional Enrolment Scholarships Course Structure... 3 Course Sequence Grid Available Units BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (BEd Secondary)(TAS) SPECIALISATION Details Overview Entry Requirements Where it Could Take You Textbook and Other Costs Design Projects at Avondale Cross-Institutional Enrolment Scholarships Course Structure Honours... 4 Course Sequence Grid Available Units BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (BEd Secondary) Details Overview Entry Requirements Where it Could Take You... 5 Textbook and Other Costs... 5 Scholarships... 5 Course Structure... 5 Course Sequence Grid Available Units P a g e

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4 SECONDARY TEACHING BE PREPARED TO INFLUENCE WHY STUDY SECONDARY EDUCATION AT AVONDALE? Avondale teaching graduates have a reputation for being some of the most capable teachers in Australia. In 2011, 90 percent of students were offered a full-time teaching position straight after graduation. Unlike any other higher education institution in Australia, you will engage in practical classroom experience in your first semester. You will also be given the opportunity to travel overseas and gain teaching experience in a developing country such as India, Cambodia or Nepal. Avondale is committed to giving you regular opportunities to apply your learned theory in a practical setting. Avondale s bachelor degrees in secondary teaching will prepare you to change the world and transform student s lives through teaching and mentoring. You will graduate as a teacher who is reflective, creative and confident, with a deep understanding of why you do what you do. You can also graduate with the ability to teach in at least two different curriculum areas in Christian, independent and state high school systems in both Australia and overseas. Avondale has been providing excellence in Christian higher education since We are committed to providing education that prepares people to make a significant difference in the world. 4 P a g e

5 BACHELOR OF ARTS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING (BA/BTCH) Details CRICOS code: Degree Type: Locations Offered: Study Mode: Course Duration: E Undergraduate Lake Macquarie Campus On campus Four years full-time (or part-time equivalent) Overview Avondale s Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching is an integrated combined degree program that will give you the ability to teach in at least two secondary-level curriculum areas whilst also providing in-depth knowledge in one or more fields of study within the arts. Entry Requirements DIRECT ENTRY: ATAR of (or equivalent e.g. OP of 17 or less) Mathematics (major/minor) Recent HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (or equivalent), or recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics Music (major/minor) See for music entry requirements ALTERNATE ENTRY If your ATAR is below 3.00 (or equivalent), you may still be able to gain entry into this degree on a conditional basis. Previous work experience and educational qualifications will also be considered upon application. For further information on alternative pathways into a course visit Where it Could Take You You will graduate with the ability to teach Years 7 to 12 in your chosen curriculum study areas. BA/BTch graduates also leave with the skills to gain employment as a: Special education teacher Secondary school administrator School chaplain 5 P a g e

6 In addition to education-related careers, teachers often find careers in the corporate world where organisational and relationship skills are valued by employers. Textbook and Other Costs You can expect to spend approximately AUD$50 to $350 on textbooks, lecture notes and excursions per semester. Some textbooks are available to borrow from Avondale s library. Field Study - Geography and Biology Minors Avondale is well positioned for the study of geography and field biology, situated within a few kilometres of coastal sand dunes, mangroves, coastal lakes, fresh water aquatic environments and warm temperate forests. Frequent trips are taken to areas of geographical and biological interest, including interstate excursions. Scholarships COURSE SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIP ARTS & EDUCATION Avondale offers a number of arts and education scholarships to new students from Australia and New Zealand who have a passion for their chosen course and a desire to study at Avondale. For specific details regarding these scholarships, visit ASA Regional Education Scholarship A limited number of regional education scholarships worth $5,000 per annum for three years are available to selected Avondale Education and Teaching students. Emphasis in allocation of regional scholarships will be given to students willing to teach in Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, Mildura (Victoria), Bundaberg (Queensland) and Northern Queensland. For a full list of Avondale scholarships and information on how to apply, visit P a g e

7 Course Structure The BA/BTch is composed of 32 units (192 credit points) of study over eight semesters, combining studies in education with studies in teaching field disciplines from the BA degree. The BA strand contributes 90 credit points to the combined degree, while the BTch strand is 102 credit points. All units are worth six credit points (unless otherwise specified). If you want to study Chaplaincy within a BA/BTch degree, it is recommended that you enrol in a Chaplaincy specialisation. Title of Course of Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching Study Course structure: The course structure is based on eight semesters (each of 13 weeks in duration), with four units taught in each semester. It comprises: 3 x Required Christian Studies for Teachers x Experience 4 x Curriculum Studies 4 x Specialist Education AND 8 x to make up a major 4 x to make up a minor 3 x Electives OR 11 x to make up a specialisation (By combining major and three electives in one key learning area) 4 x to make up a minor Teaching areas include: Ancient History, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computing Technology - Information Systems, Design and Technology, English, Food Technology, Geography, Industrial Technology, Legal Studies, Mathematics, Modern History, Music, PDHPE, Physics, Studies of Religion, Textiles Technology, Visual Arts. Note: Minors from other degrees may be available, subject to timetable constraints and with the approval of the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Teaching and the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Arts. Component Christian Studies for Teachers Experience Description These subjects are central to the Christian Ethos of the institution and explores Christian foundations in biblical literature, assists students to examine their current world view and explores issues in relationship to Business, Education and Christian faith. These subjects prepare pre-service teachers to teach in a secondary classroom. Typically these subjects are linked to a professional teaching experience and are designed to provide continual professional growth over the duration of the course of study. Within a Quality Teaching framework these subjects focus specifically on topics such as; classroom management, preparation, assessment, duty of care, student welfare, motivation, and effective communication. 7 P a g e

8 Curriculum Studies Specialist Education Major Minor Elective These subjects provide pre-service teachers with the opportunity to apply quality-teaching principles to specific teaching areas. Current practicing teachers are employed in all key learning areas to provide specific pedagogical training for different subject areas. Literacy education, classroom safety, curriculum development and teaching strategies are dealt with specifically for the chosen teaching areas. Student complete four subjects that cover a range of current educational topics. include; Language and Literacy, Students with Special Educational Needs, Multicultural Education and Indigenous Studies, Learning and ICT. Students who complete the required 11 subjects in the one key learning area complete a specialisation. s from other degrees may be available, subject to timetable constraints and with the approval of the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching and the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Arts. Students who complete the required eight subjects in the one key learning area complete a major. Majors from other degrees may be available, subject to timetable constraints and with the approval of the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching and the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Arts. Students who complete the required four subjects in the one key learning area complete a minor. Minors from other degrees may be available, subject to timetable constraints and with the approval of the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching and the Course Convenor of the Bachelor of Arts. These can be chosen from any subjects offered. Normally students complete three electives in the BA/BTch course of which one must be at a 200/300 level. 8 P a g e

9 Honours The honours option allows you to complete a program in research methodology and conduct your own research under supervision. This program enhances the opportunities for high-achieving students to influence professional practice through research, and facilitates access for students to proceed to research-based studies at masters or doctorate level. Further information on the honours program is available in the Undergraduate Handbook. Pages from the handbook can be downloaded at Title of Course of Study Course structure: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Honours) The course structure is based on eight semesters (each of 13 weeks in duration), with four subjects taught in each semester. It comprises: 3 x Required Christian Studies for Teachers x Experience 4 x Curriculum Studies 4 x Specialist Education AND 8 x to make up a major 4 x 3 Honours (Two are credit point semester long subjects and one is a 12 credit point year long subject) 3 x Electives OR 11 x to make up a specialisation (By combining major and three electives in one key learning area) 3 x Honours (Two are credit point semester long subjects and one is a 12 credit point year long subject) The Honours subjects allow selected students to complete a program in research methodology and conduct their own research under supervision. Honours These subjects culminate in a thesis of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Within the BA/BTch (Honours) the 24 credit points needed replace the minor subjects normally completed within a BA/BTch. Content of the Course of Study Honours Credit Points EDHN42000 Research Methods I EDHN42100 Research Methods II EDHN42400 Honours Thesis 12 9 P a g e

10 Course Sequence Grids BACHELOR OF ARTS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING Semester Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching Course Grid Standard Education Course Structure BA Major BA Minor EDUC15700 Language & Literacy Experience (July, 3 weeks) BA Major BA Minor EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I BA Major BA Minor Curriculum Studies I - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BA Major BA Major Curriculum Studies I - Minor BA Major BA Minor Curriculum Studies II - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BA Major BA Elective Curriculum Studies II - Minor EDSP17000 Experience IA EDSP17100 Development and Experience IB EDSP27000 Experience II EDUC22000 Learning & ICT EDSP37000 Experience III EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II Experience (February, 2 weeks) BA Major BA Elective BA Elective EDSP37500 Experience IVA Experience (July-August, weeks) EDUC34300 Christian Studies for Teachers III Philosophy of Christian Education EDUC30000 Students with Special Educational Needs EDUC29500 Multicultural Education & Indigenous Studies EDSP3700 Experience IVB 10 P a g e

11 BACHELOR OF ARTS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING (HONOURS) Semester Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Honours) Course Grid Standard Education Course Structure BA Major BA Minor EDUC15700 Language & Literacy Experience (July, 3 weeks) BA Major BA Minor EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I BA Major BA Minor Curriculum Studies I - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BA Major BA Major Curriculum Studies I - Minor EDHN42000 BA Minor Curriculum Research Studies II - Major Methods I (Replaces a BA elective) EDHN42100 Research Methods II (Replaces a BA elective) EDHN42400 Honours Thesis (Replaces a BA elective) EDHN42400 Honours Thesis (In place of EDUC34300) Experience (July, 3 weeks) BA Major Curriculum Studies II - Minor EDSP17000 Experience IA EDSP17100 Development and Experience IB EDSP27000 Experience II EDUC22000 Learning & ICT EDSP37000 Experience III EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II Experience (February, 2 weeks) BA Major BA Major EDSP37500 Experience IVA Experience (July-August, weeks) EDUC30000 EDUC29500 Students with Multicultural Special Education & Educational Indigenous Needs Studies EDSP3700 Experience IVB 11 P a g e

12 Available Units BA/BTCH Content of the Course of Study BA/BTch Credit Points EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I Christian Studies EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II for Teachers EDUC34300 Christian Studies for Teachers III Philosophy of Christian Education EDSP17000 Development and Experience IA EDSP17100 Development and Experience IB EDSP27000 Development and Experience II Experience EDSP37000 Development and Experience III EDSP37500 Development and Experience IVA EDSP3700 Development and Experience IVB Curriculum Studies EDCZ2400 Curriculum Studies Religion I EDCZ2500 Curriculum Studies Religion II EDCZ2900 Curriculum Studies Visual Arts I EDCZ2910 Curriculum Studies Visual Arts II EDCZ27000 Curriculum Studies Music I EDCZ27100 Curriculum Studies Music II EDCZ27200 Curriculum Studies English I EDCZ27300 Curriculum Studies English II EDCZ25800 Curriculum Studies Geography I EDCZ25900 Curriculum Studies Geography II EDCZ2200 Curriculum Studies History EDCZ2300 Curriculum Studies Modern History EDCZ2310 Curriculum Studies Ancient History EDCZ24700 Curriculum Studies Science EDCZ24000 Curriculum Studies Biology EDCZ24200 Curriculum Studies Chemistry EDCZ24400 Curriculum Studies Physics EDCZ2500 Curriculum Studies Science in the Christian School EDCZ2000 Curriculum Studies Mathematics I EDCZ2100 Curriculum Studies Mathematics II EDCZ21800 Curriculum Studies Commerce EDCZ21900 Curriculum Studies Business Studies EDCZ22100 Curriculum Studies Legal Studies EDCZ22000 Curriculum Studies Guided Studies EDCZ29310 Curriculum Studies Technologies I EDCZ29320 Curriculum Studies Design and Technologies EDCZ29410 Curriculum Studies Industrial Technology EDCZ29420 Curriculum Studies Technologies II EDCZ29430 Curriculum Studies Vocational Education in Schools EDCZ29510 Curriculum Studies Food Technology, Health and Families EDCZ29520 Curriculum Studies Textiles Technology EDCZ25100 Curriculum Studies Information Technology I 12 P a g e

13 Specialist Education Business Studies and Commerce Major Business Studies and Commerce Minor Legal Studies Minor English Major EDCZ25200 Curriculum Studies Information Technology II EDCZ29000 Curriculum Studies Health and Physical Education I EDCZ29100 Curriculum Studies Health and Physical Education II EDCZ2900 Curriculum Studies Outdoor Education EDCZ22110 Curriculum Studies Legal Studies EDCZ23000 Independent Research in Curriculum Studies EDCZ24110 Curriculum Studies Biology EDCZ24310 Curriculum Studies Chemistry EDCZ24510 Curriculum Studies Physics EDUC29500 Multicultural Education and Indigenous Studies EDUC30000 Students with Special Educational Needs EDUC22000 Learning and ICT EDUC15700 Language and Literacy Students enrol in EDCZ21800 and EDCZ21900 in addition to these 8 subjects ACCT1300 Introduction to Accounting HRMT2500 Strategic Principles for Management HRMT27000 Human Resource Management LAWS28000 Workplace Relations MKTG2000 Consumer Behaviour MKTG28100 Marketing Communication MNGT14500 Organisations in a Business Context MNGT2100 Organisational Behaviour Students enrol in EDCZ21800 and EDCZ21900 in addition to these 4 subjects ACCT1300 Introduction to Accounting MNGT14500 Organisations in a Business Context MKTG2000 Consumer Behaviour HRMT27000 Human Resource Management Students enrol in EDCZ21800 and EDCZ22100 in addition to these 4 subjects LAWS14500 Business Law LAWS2000 Corporate Law MNGT14500 Organisations in a Business Context MKTG2000 Consumer Behaviour Students enrol in EDCZ27200 and EDCZ27300 in addition to these 8 subjects ENGL11000 Approaches to Literature CCCR1000 Media Interpretations and at least subjects from the following including at least 3 at 300-level: CCWR2100 Print Journalism ENGL21000 The Bible as Literature ENGL22000 Drama ENGL2000 Fiction for Children and Adolescents ENGL27000 Australian Literature ENGL33000 Renaissance Literature ENGL34000 Twentieth Century Literature ARTS31000 Post-Colonial Studies CCWR3300 Advanced Journalism (Narrative Non-Fiction) CCWR31500 Creative Writing (Poetry and Short Story) 13 P a g e

14 English Minor Geography Major Geography Minor Modern History Major Students enrol in EDCZ27200 and EDCZ27300 in addition to these 4 subjects ENGL11000 Approaches to Literature CCC1000 Media Interpretations and at least 2 subjects from the following: ENGL2000 Fiction for Children and Adolescents ENGL27000 Australian Literature ENGL34000 Twentieth Century Literature CCWR31500 Creative Writing (Poetry and Short Story) Students enrol in EDCZ25800 and EDCZ25810 in addition to these 8 subjects GEOH11000 Global Issues and the Humanitarian Response GEOH12000 Environmental Issues GEOP24000 Physical Geography GEOH23000 Asia Pacific in the Global Economy GEOP33000 Biogeography GEOH35000 Development Geography and Practice GEOH3000 Urban Places and Society and at least 1 of the following: IPDS21000 Development, NGO s and Ethics GEOS2050 River Basin Processes (UoN) Students enrol in EDCZ25800 and EDCZ25810 in addition to these 4 subjects GEOH11000 Global Issues and the Humanitarian Response GEOH12000 Environmental Issues and at least 2 of the following: GEOP24000 Physical Geography GEOH23000 Asia Pacific in the Global Economy GEOP33000 Biogeography GEOH35000 Development Geography and Practice GEOH3000 Urban Places and Society Recommended pattern of subjects for a major for pre-service teachers who do not intend to do graduate study in History Students enrol in EDCZ2200 and EDCZ2300 in addition to these 8 subjects HIST11000 The Nature of History HIST31000 Historical Enquiry and at least other subjects (with at least 1 additional subject at 300 level) from: HIST2200 Revolutions and Revolutionaries VISC24000 History and Theory of Art I HIST2700 Themes in Australian History HIST2500 The Reformation HIST2700 The Modern History Study Tour ARTS31000 Post-colonial Studies HIST32000 The World Wars HIST21000 Religion, Belief and Myth in the Ancient World HIST22000 Life in the Ancient World HITR27500 The Ancient History Study Tour 14 P a g e

15 Modern History Minor Ancient History Minor Information Technology Minor Mathematics Major Mathematics Minor Students enrol in EDCZ2200 and EDCZ2300 in addition to these 4 subjects HIST11000 The Nature of History and at least 3 other subjects from: HIST2200 Revolutions and Revolutionaries HIST2700 Themes in Australian History HIST2500 The Reformation HIST2700 The Modern History Study Tour ARTS31000 Post-colonial Studies HIST32000 The World Wars Students enrol in EDCZ2200 and EDCZ2310 in addition to these 4 subjects HIST11000 The Nature of History and at least 3 other subjects from: HIST21000 Religion, Belief and Myth in the Ancient World HIST22000 Life in the Ancient World HITR27500 The Ancient History Study Tour HIST31000 Historical Enquiry Students enrol in EDCZ25100 and EDCZ25200 in addition to these 4 subjects A 100 level subject in foundation principles of Information Technology by cross institutional enrolment e.g. ITC182 Foundations in Information Technology (Charles Sturt University) or INFT1001 Foundations of Information Technology 1 (UN) or equivalent. A 100 level subject in Principles of programming by cross institutional enrolment e.g. ITC10 Programming Principles (CSU) or INFT1004 Visual Programming (UN) or equivalent. INFS2100 Management Information Systems Either VISC31800 Multimedia Design or ICTM3900 Information Technology Project Students enrol in EDCZ2000 and EDCZ2100 in addition to these 8 subjects MATH1000 Mathematics 1A MATH1100 Mathematics 1B MATH2000 Calculus II MATH2100 Algebra II MATH2400 Numerical Methods and Statistics and at least 3 of the following subjects: MATH3100 Algebra III MATH3400 Complex Analysis and Advanced Mathematic Methods MATH3200 Mathematical Analysis MATH39000 Research Project in Mathematics Students enrol in EDCZ2000 and EDCZ2100 in addition to these 4 subjects MATH1000 Mathematics 1A MATH1100 Mathematics 1B MATH2000 Calculus II MATH2100 Algebra II 15 P a g e

16 Music Music Major Music Minor Religious Studies Major Students enrol in EDCZ27000 and EDCZ27100 in addition to these 11 subjects MUPF12000 Performance Practice I MUHA11000 Music Culture of Pre-Baroque/Baroque Eras MUHA21000 Music Culture of the Classical Era MUHA22000 Music Culture of the Romantic Era MUHA23000 Music Culture of the Post Romantic Era and Beyond MUHA33000 Ethnomusicology and Contemporary Culture MUPF24000 Performance Practice II MUPF25000 Performance Practice III MUPF2000 Performance Practice IV MUPF34000 Performance Practice V and 1 of the following: MUPF35000 Performance Practice VI MUHA32000 Popular Music and Composition Methods Students enrol in EDCZ27000 and EDCZ27100 in addition to these 8 subjects MUPF12000 Performance Practice I MUHA11000 Music Culture of Pre-Baroque/Baroque Eras MUHA21000 Music Culture of the Classical Era MUHA32000 Popular Music and Composition Methods MUHA33000 Ethnomusicology and Contemporary Culture MUPF24000 Performance Practice II MUPF25000 Performance Practice III MUPF2000 Performance Practice IV Students enrol in EDCZ27000 and EDCZ27100 in addition to these 4 subjects MUPF12000 Performance Practice I MUHA11000 Music Culture of Pre-Baroque/Baroque Eras MUPF24000 Performance Practice II MUHA32000 Popular Music and Composition Methods Students enrol in EDCZ2400 and EDCZ2500 in addition to these 8 subjects. It is recommended that EDUC14300 be replaced by THSY1100 for students enrolled in a major in Religious Studies. THSY23000 Nature and Development of Religion THWR3400 World Religions BBOT21100 Meta-narrative of the Old Testament THCH24500 Development of the Christian Church and at least 4 of the following subjects (with at least 1 at 300 level) from: BBNT17000 New Testament Epistles A BBNT1000 Gospels A ENGL21000 The Bible as Literature THSY3000 Systematic Theology A THSY3100 Systematic Theology B THCH1500 SDA History and Ministry of Ellen White HIST2500 The Reformation HIST21000 Religion, Belief and Myth in the Ancient World BBTR20100 Bible Lands Study Tour 1 P a g e

17 Religious Studies Minor Visual Arts Visual Arts Major Visual Arts Minor Students enrol in EDCZ2400 and EDCZ2500 in addition to these 4 subjects THSY23000 Nature and Development of Religion THWR3400 World Religions BBOT21100 Meta-narrative of the Old Testament and at least 1 of the following subjects: BBNT17000 New Testament Epistles A BBNT1000 Gospels A ENGL21000 The Bible as Literature Students enrol in EDCZ2900 and EDCZ2910 in addition to these 11 subjects VISC D Theory and Practice I VISC21000 Studio Concept and Practice I VISC D Theory and Practice II VISC22100 Digital Image and Concept VISC24000 History and Theory of Art I VISC2000 3D Theory and Practice I VISC30000 Concepts and Theory in Art VISC31100 Studio and Research VISC31200 Studio Concept and Practice III VISC D Theory and Practice III VISC3000 3D Theory and Practice II Students enrol in EDCZ2900 and EDCZ2910 in addition to these 8 subjects VISC D Theory and Practice I VISC D Theory and Practice II VISC22100 Digital Image and Concept VISC24000 History and Theory of Art I VISC2000 3D Theory and Practice I VISC30000 Concepts and Theory in Art VISC31000 Studio Concept and Practice II VISC3000 3D Theory and Practice II Students enrol in EDCZ2900 and EDCZ2910 in addition to these 4 subjects VISC D Theory and Practice I VISC22100 Digital Image and Concept VISC2000 3D Theory and Practice I VISC24000 History and Theory of Art I 17 P a g e

18 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING Details CRICOS code: Degree Type: Locations Offered: Study Mode: Course Duration: B, G (Honours) Undergraduate Lake Macquarie Campus On campus Four years full-time (or part-time equivalent) An additional six months is required (or part-time equivalent) for students wanting to undertake the honours program. Overview Avondale s Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Teaching is a dynamic degree where you will develop the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in corporate business and/or secondary teaching. You will be taught many skills that are transferable across both areas such as project management, planning, organisation and leadership. Entry Requirements DIRECT ENTRY ATAR of (or equivalent e.g. OP of 17 or less) ALTERNATE ENTRY If your ATAR is below 3.00 (or equivalent), you may still be able to gain entry into this degree on a conditional basis. Previous work experience and educational qualifications will also be considered for each student upon application. For further information on alternative pathways into a course visit Where it Could Take You You are provided with the opportunity to graduate with the ability to teach Years 7 to 12 in Business Studies, Commerce and Legal Studies. You will also graduate with the skills to gain employment in a range of business areas including marketing, accounting and human resource management. The BBus/BTch degree also provides the foundations for a career as a: Human resource manager Marketing officer Advertising executive Public relations officer Accountant* 18 P a g e

19 * BBus/BTch graduates with a major in Accounting can meet CPA/ICAA requirements and practise as an accountant or work in any related accounting field with some additional study. Textbook and Other Costs You can expect to spend approximately AUD$50 to $350 on textbooks, lecture notes and excursions per semester. Some textbooks are available to borrow from Avondale s library. Recognition If you choose to study a double major or combined degree, you may be required to undertake additional study beyond the minimum requirements for the degree in order to meet CPA or ICAA requirements. You should consult with the Faculty Dean to ensure the correct selection of units. Scholarships COURSE SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIP - BUSINESS Avondale offers a number of business scholarships to new students from Australia and New Zealand who have a passion for their chosen course and a desire to study at Avondale. For specific details regarding this scholarship, visit COURSE SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIP - EDUCATION Avondale offers a number of education scholarships to new students from Australia and New Zealand who have a passion for their chosen course and a desire to study at Avondale. For specific details regarding this scholarship, visit ASA Regional Education Scholarship A limited number of regional education scholarships worth $5,000 per annum for three years are available to selected Avondale Education and Teaching students. Emphasis in allocation of regional scholarships will be given to students willing to teach in Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, Mildura (Victoria), Bundaberg (Queensland) and Northern Queensland. For a full list of Avondale scholarships and information on how to apply, visit 19 P a g e

20 Course Structure The BBus/BTch is composed of 32 units (192 credit points) of study over eight semesters, combining studies in education with studies from the Business Degree. The BBus strand contributes 90 credit points to the combined degree, while the BTch strand is 102 credit points. All units are worth six credit points (unless otherwise specified). TEACHING FIELDS Regardless of which majors you choose within the BBus/BTch, all graduates will be qualified to teach Business Studies and Commerce. Depending on subjects chosen graduates may also be qualified to teach legal studies. Majors Accounting Human Resource Management Marketing Minors A minor concentration in the BBus/BTch degree may comprise units from a single discipline or units from two disciplines chosen from the following: Accounting Human Resource Management Legal Studies Marketing For a comprehensive list of units available, see the Business Course Information Booklet, available for download at Honours The honours option allows you to complete a program in research methodology and conduct your own research under supervision. This program enhances the opportunities for high-achieving students to influence professional practice through research, and facilitates access for students to proceed to research-based studies at masters or doctorate level. Further information on the honours program is available in the Undergraduate Handbook. Pages from the handbook can be downloaded at Honours Content of the Course of Study Honours The Honours subjects allow selected students to complete a program in research methodology and conduct their own research under supervision. These subjects culminate in a thesis of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Credit Points EDHN42000 Research Methods I EDHN42100 Research Methods II EDHN42400 Honours Thesis P a g e

21 Course Sequence Grid BACHELOR OF BUSINESS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING COURSE Semester Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Teaching Course Grid Standard Structure 1 2 BBus BBus BBus EDUC15700 Language & Literacy Experience (July, 3 weeks) BBus EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I EDSP17000 Experience IA EDSP17100 Experience IB 3 BBus BBus Curriculum Studies I - Major EDSP27000 Experience II Experience (July, 3 weeks) 4 BBus BBus Curriculum Studies I - Minor EDUC22000 Learning & ICT BBus BBus BBus EDUC34300 Christian Studies for Teachers III Philosophy of Christian Education BBus Curriculum Studies II - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BBus Curriculum Studies II - Minor Experience (February, 2 weeks) BBus BBus Experience (July-August, weeks) EDUC30000 Students with Special Educational Needs EDUC29500 Multicultural Education & Indigenous Studies EDSP37000 Experience III EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II EDSP37500 Experience IVA EDSP3700 Experience IVB 21 P a g e

22 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS/BACHELOR OF TEACHING (HONOURS) Semester BBus BBus BBus BBus EDHN42000 Research Methods I EDHN42100 Research Methods II Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Teaching (Honours) Course Grid Standard Structure EDHN42400 Honours Thesis (12 credit points) Continuation of EDHN42400 Honours Thesis BBus BBus EDUC15700 Language & Literacy Experience (July, 3 weeks) BBus BBus EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I Curriculum Studies I - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BBus BBus Curriculum Studies I - Minor Curriculum Studies II - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BBus Curriculum Studies II - Minor Experience (February, 2 weeks) BBus BBus Experience (July-August, weeks) EDUC30000 Students with Special Educational Needs BBus EDUC29500 Multicultural Education & Indigenous Studies BBus EDSP17000 Experience IA EDSP17100 Experience IB EDSP27000 Experience II EDUC22000 Learning & ICT EDSP37000 Experience III EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II EDSP37500 Experience IVA EDSP3700 Experience IVB 22 P a g e

23 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/BACHELOR OF TEACHING (BSc/BTch) Details CRICOS code: Degree Type: Locations Offered: Study Mode: Course Duration: K, G (Honours) Undergraduate Lake Macquarie Campus On campus Four years full-time (or part-time equivalent). An additional six months is required (or part-time equivalent) for students wanting to undertake the honours program. Overview Avondale s Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching is a hands-on degree where you will develop the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in various science specialisations (depending on your major) and/or secondary teaching. The BSc/BTch is highly practical, with experiential learning and excursions making up a large portion of your studies. You will be taught many skills that are transferable across both areas such as effective communication methods, laboratory technique, project management and health and safety. Entry Requirements DIRECT ENTRY ATAR of (or equivalent e.g. OP of 17 or less) The following majors have specific entry requirements: Chemistry HSC Chemistry (or equivalent) OR recommendation of the School of Science and Mathematics AND HSC Mathematics (or equivalent) OR recommendation of the School of Science and Mathematics Mathematics Recent HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (or equivalent) OR recommendation of the School of Science and Mathematics Physics HSC Physics (or equivalent) OR recommendation of the School of Science and Mathematics AND HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (or equivalent) OR recommendation of the School of Science and Mathematics [JULIE CHECK AGAINST SCIENCE EDITS] 23 P a g e

24 ALTERNATE ENTRY If your ATAR is below 3.00 (or equivalent), you may still be able to gain entry into this degree on a conditional basis. Previous work experience and educational qualifications will also be considered upon application. For further information on alternative pathways into a course visit Where it Could Take You You will graduate with the ability to teach Years 7 to 12 in Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography and Information Technology, depending on your chosen major. Avondale science and mathematics graduates are in high demand. Australia currently faces a significant shortage of science and mathematics teachers, so by choosing a career as a teacher in one of these areas, you will not only be making a real difference in the world, you will also be choosing a career with stability. Graduates also leave with the skills to gain employment in a range of science areas including electronics, medical research, environmental science, food science, quantum mechanics and carbon chemistry Textbook and Other Costs You can expect to spend approximately AUD$500 on textbooks, lecture notes and excursions per semester, depending on what major and minor fields of study they select, and the location of your professional experience. Field Study - Geography and Biology Minors Avondale is well located for the study of geography and field biology, situated within a few kilometres of coastal sand dunes, mangroves, coastal lakes, fresh water aquatic environments and warm temperate forests. Frequent trips are taken to areas of interest, including interstate excursions. Articulation Arrangements with the University of Newcastle Avondale s Bachelor of Science is an ideal pathway to a degree in medical science or allied health, as well as into postgraduate studies and research. Many Avondale Science graduate have undertaken research and postgraduate studies at a variety of Australian universities, and articulations with the University of Newcastle have seen this become a popular destination. 24 P a g e

25 Scholarships AVAILABLE TO SCIENCE TEACHING STUDENTS COURSE SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIP - SCIENCE Avondale offers a number of science scholarships to new students from Australia and New Zealand, who have a passion for their chosen course and a desire to study at Avondale. For specific details regarding this scholarship, visit SAH Pathology Scholarship A limited number of scholarships worth $8,000 each ($2,000 for each of the four years of study) are available to Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology) students entering any year of the course. Semester one only. COURSE SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIP - EDUCATION Avondale offers a number of education scholarships to new students from Australia and New Zealand who have a passion for their chosen course and a desire to study at Avondale. For specific details regarding this scholarship, visit ASA Regional Education Scholarship A limited number of regional education scholarships worth $5,000 per annum for three years are available to selected Avondale Education and Teaching students. Emphasis in allocation of regional scholarships will be given to students willing to teach in Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, Mildura (Victoria), Bundaberg (Queensland) and Northern Queensland. For a full list of Avondale scholarships and information on how to apply, visit Course Structure The BSc/BTch is composed of 32 units (192 credit points) of study over eight semesters, combining studies in science and mathematics with studies in education. The BSc strand contributes 90 credit points and the BTch strand contributes 102 credit points to the combined degree. All units are worth six credit points (unless otherwise specified). TEACHING FIELDS The following major and minor teaching fields are available in the BSc/BTch degree: Majors Biology Chemistry Food and Nutrition Mathematics Physics 25 P a g e

26 Minors A minor concentration in the BBus/BTch degree may comprise units from a single discipline or units from two disciplines chosen from the following: Biology Chemistry Geography Computing Technology Mathematics Physics A major constitutes a first teaching field and a minor a second teaching field. For detailed information on majors and minors available, please download a copy of the Science Course Information Booklet at Title of Course of Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching Study Course structure: The course structure is based on eight semesters (each of 13 weeks in duration), with four units taught in each semester. It comprises: 3 x Required Christian Studies for Teachers subjects x Experience 4 x Curriculum Studies 4 x Specialist Education 2 x Science Core 8 x Science Major 4 x Science Minor 1 x elective (depending on combination of major and minor subjects chosen) Teaching areas include: Biology, Chemistry, Computing Technology - Information Systems, Food Technology, Geography, Mathematics, Physics. Component Description These subjects are central to the Christian Ethos of the institution and Christian Studies explore Christian foundations in biblical literature, assists students to for Teachers examine their current world view and explores issues in relationship to Business, Education and Christian faith. Experience Curriculum Studies These subjects prepare pre-service teachers to teach in a secondary classroom. Typically these subjects are linked to a professional teaching experience and are designed to provide continual professional growth over the duration of the course of study. Within a Quality Teaching framework these subjects focus specifically on topics such as; classroom management, preparation, assessment, duty of care, student welfare, motivation, and effective communication. These subjects provide pre-service teachers with the opportunity to apply quality-teaching principles to specific teaching areas. Current practicing teachers are employed in all key learning areas to provide specific pedagogical training for different subject areas. Literacy education, classroom safety, curriculum development and teaching strategies are dealt with specifically for the chosen teaching areas. 2 P a g e

27 Specialist Education Science Core Science Major Science Minor Science Elective Student complete four subjects that cover a range of current educational topics. include; Language and Literacy, Students with Special Educational Needs, Multicultural Education and Indigenous Studies, Learning and ICT. Students complete a science and mathematics core to provide essential background knowledge for other science subjects. Students choose a major area of study within the Science discipline and complete a minimum of eight credit point subjects in this area. Major areas include; Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Physics. Students choose a minor area of study within the Science discipline and complete a minimum of four credit point subjects in this area. Minor areas include; Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology (for IT minor see structure from BA/BTch). When the combination of major and minor allows, students are able to choose one credit point subject in the science discipline area as an elective. Honours The honours option allows you to complete a program in research methodology and conduct your own research under supervision. This program enhances the opportunities for high- achieving students to influence professional practice through research, and facilitates access for students to proceed to research-based studies at masters or doctorate level. Further information on the honours program is available in the Undergraduate Handbook. Pages from the Handbook can be downloaded at Honours Content of the Course of Study Honours The Honours subjects allow selected students to complete a program in research methodology and conduct their own research under supervision. These subjects culminate in a thesis of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Credit Points EDHN42000 Research Methods I EDHN42100 Research Methods II EDHN42400 Honours Thesis P a g e

28 Course Sequence Grid BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/BACHELOR OF TEACHING Semester BSc Major Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching Course Grid Standard Structure Mathematics Core MATH1000 or MATH1400 EDUC15700 Language & Literacy Experience (July, 3 weeks) BSc Major BSc Minor EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I BSc Major BSc Minor Curriculum Studies I - Major BSc Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) Science Core SCTS21000 Curriculum Studies I - Minor BSc Major BSc Minor Curriculum Studies II - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BSc Major BSc Minor Curriculum Studies II - Minor Experience (February, 2 weeks) EDSP17000 Experience IA EDSP17100 Experience IB EDSP27000 Experience II EDUC2200 Learning & ICT EDSP37000 Experience III EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II BSc Major BSc Major BSc Elective EDSP37500 Experience IVA EDUC34300 Christian Studies for Teachers III Philosophy of Christian Education Experience (July-August, weeks) EDUC30000 Students with Special Educational Needs EDUC29500 Multicultural Education & Indigenous Studies EDSP3700 Experience IVB 28 P a g e

29 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/BACHELOR OF TEACHING (HONOURS) Semester BSc Major Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching (Honours) Course Grid Standard Structure Mathematics Core MATH1000 or MATH1400 EDUC15700 Language & Literacy Experience (July, 3 weeks) BSc Major BSc Minor EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I BSc Major BSc Minor Curriculum Studies I - Major BSc Major EDHN42000 Research Methods I EDHN42100 Research Methods II EDHN42400 Honours Thesis (12 credit points) Continuation of EDHN42400 Honours Thesis Experience (July, 3 weeks) Science Core SCTS21000 BSc Minor Curriculum Studies I - Minor Curriculum Studies II - Major Experience (July, 3 weeks) BSc Minor Curriculum Studies II - Minor Experience (February, 2 weeks) EDSP17000 Experience IA EDSP17100 Experience IB EDSP27000 Experience II EDUC22000 Learning & ICT EDSP37000 Experience III EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II BSc Major BSc Elective EDSP37500 Experience IVA Experience (July-August, weeks) EDUC30000 Students with Special Educational Needs EDUC29500 Multicultural Education & Indigenous Studies 9 BSc Major BSc Major BSc Major EDSP3700 Experience IVB 29 P a g e

30 Available Units BSC/BTCH Content of the Course of Study BSc/BTch Credit Points EDUC14300 Christian Studies for Teachers I Christian Studies EDUC24300 Christian Studies for Teachers II for Teachers EDUC34300 Christian Studies for Teachers III Philosophy of Christian Education EDSP17000 Development and Experience IA EDSP17100 Development and Experience IB EDSP27000 Development and Experience II Experience EDSP37000 Development and Experience III EDSP37500 Development and Experience IVA EDSP3700 Development and Experience IVB EDCZ24110 Curriculum Studies Biology EDCZ24310 Curriculum Studies Chemistry EDCZ24510 Curriculum Studies Physics EDCZ24700 Curriculum Studies Science Curriculum Studies EDCZ2500 Curriculum Studies Science in the (Four of Christian School the following as EDCZ25100 Curriculum Studies Information dictated by Technology I major/minor EDCZ25200 Curriculum Studies Information sequence Technology II EDCZ25800 Curriculum Studies Geography I EDCZ25900 Curriculum Studies Geography II EDCZ2000 Curriculum Studies Mathematics I EDCZ2100 Curriculum Studies Mathematics II EDUC29500 Multicultural Education and Indigenous Studies Specialist EDUC30000 Students with Special Educational Needs Education EDUC22000 Learning and ICT EDUC15700 Language and Literacy Science Core SCTS21000 Science Technology and Society (Science Core) MATH1000 Mathematics IA or MATH1400 General Mathematics (Mathematics Core) 30 P a g e

31 Biology Major Biology Minor Chemistry Major Chemistry Minor BIOL15000 Introductory Biology BIOL15100 The Diversity of Life BIOL2200 Ecology BIOL27300 Flora and Fauna of Australia (odd years) BIOL2400 General Microbiology BIOL30000 Human Physiology BIOL3500 Molecular Biology (even years) GEOP33000 Biogeography BIOL15000 Introductory Biology BIOL15100 The Diversity of Life BIOL2200 Ecology and one of the following subjects: BIOL27300 Flora and Fauna of Australia (odd years) BIOL2400 General Microbiology BIOL30000 Human Physiology BIOL3500 Molecular Biology (even years) CHEM1000 Chemistry IA CHEM1100 Chemistry IB CHEM2000 Physical and Inorganic Chemistry (odd years) CHEM21000 Organic Chemistry (even years) CHEM21400 Environmental Chemistry and Thermodynamics (odd years) OR CHEM21200 Analytical Methods (even years) CHEM32700 Organometallic and Bioinorganic Chemistry (even years) CHEM33000 Spectroscopy, Structure, and Energetics (odd years) CHEM39000 Research Project in Chemistry OR CHEM31000 Advanced Organic Chemistry CHEM1000 Chemistry IA CHEM1100 Chemistry IB and one of the following subjects: CHEM2000 Physical and Inorganic Chemistry (odd years) CHEM21200 Analytical Methods (even years) and one of the following subjects: CHEM21000 Organic Chemistry (even years) CHEM21400 Environmental Chemistry and Thermodynamics (odd years) 31 P a g e

32 Geography Major Geography Minor Mathematics Major Mathematics Minor GEOH11000 Global Issues and Humanitarian Responses GEOH12000 Environmental Issues GEOP24000 Physical Geography GEOH23000 Asia Pacific in the Global Economy GEOP33000 Biogeography GEOH35000 Development Geography and Practice GEOH3000 Urban Places and Society and one of the following subjects: IPDS21000 Development, NGO s and Ethics GEOH2050 River Basin Processes (UoN) GEOH11000 Global Issues and Humanitarian Responses GEOH12000 Environmental Issues and two of the following subjects: GEOP24000 Physical Geography GEOH23000 Asia Pacific in the Global Economy GEOP33000 Biogeography GEOH35000 Development Geography and Practice GEOH3000 Urban Places and Society MATH1000 Mathematics IA MATH1100 Mathematics IB MATH2000 Calculus II MATH2100 Algebra II MATH2400 Numerical Methods and Statistics (odd years) and three of the following subjects: MATH3100 Algebra III (even years) MATH3400 Complex Analysis and Advanced Mathematic Methods (odd years) MATH3200 Mathematical Analysis (even years) MATH39000 Research Project in Mathematics MATH1000 Mathematics IA MATH1100 Mathematics IB MATH2000 Calculus II MATH2100 Algebra II 32 P a g e

33 PHYS1000 Physics IA PHYS1100 Physics IB PHYS2100 From Quantum to Quark PHYS2400 Space Physics PHYS3300 Electronics Applications and one of the following subjects: PHYS2250 Classical Mechanics and Special Relativity (UoN) Physics Major PHYS220 Electromagnetism (UoN) and two of the following subjects: PHYS330 Advanced Electromagnetism (UoN) PHYS3310 Lasers and Applications (UoN) PHYS3350 Quantum, Atomic and Molecular Physics (UoN) PHYS3390 Solid State and Nanoscience (UoN) PHYS3100 Quantum Physics PHYS39000 Research Project in Physics PHYS1000 Physics IA PHYS1100 Physics IB PHYS2100 From Quantum to Quark Physics Minor and one of the following subjects: PHYS2400 Space Physics PHYS2250 Classical Mechanics and Special Relativity (UoN) PHYS220 Electromagnetism (UoN) Additional requirements as outlined by the NSW institute of Teachers Students studying Biology are also required to study at least two units in Chemistry or two units in Physics in their degree to qualify for a first or second teaching field in Biology. Students studying Chemistry as a major of minor are required to study at least two units in Biology, or two units in Earth and Environmental Science or two units in Physics in their degree to qualify for a first or second teaching field in Chemistry. Students studying Physics as a major or minor are required to study at least two units in Biology, or two units in Earth and Environmental Science or two units in Chemistry in their degree to qualify for a first or second teaching field in Physics. 33 P a g e