Program Overview
This Bachelor's degree in Education prepares you to teach Science, specializing in Biology and Earth and Environmental Science, at the secondary level. Through practical placements and the use of SimLabTM technology, you'll develop essential teaching skills and build an online portfolio. The program also covers a range of science subjects, including Chemistry, Physics, and Genetics, and provides you with the opportunity to explore a second teaching area if desired.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Turn your love of science into a career as a confident and inspiring teacher. By demonstrating networking systems between organisms and sharing the intricacies of living cells, teaching science to secondary school students engages your imagination as you create learning experiences for your students. Your specialty subjects would be Biology and Earth and Environmental Science. You'll also be able to teach lower secondary school science, including Chemistry, Physics, and Earth and Space. You’ll learn how to work in a range of teaching environments, through lectures, science labs, tutorials and a range of practical placements. 3 reasons to study Education at Murdoch Build an online portfolio as part of your degree to share your teaching experience with future employers. You’ll also be able to select a second teaching area from Mathematics, English, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science or Secondary Education Support.
Outline:
Total credit points: 30 | Unit code | Unit name | Credit points | |---|---|---| | BIO103 | Environmental Biology | 3 | | BIO152 | Cell Biology | 3 | | BIO257 | Australian Biodiversity | 3 | | ENV102 | Foundations of the Environment | 3 | | ENV241 | Ecology | 3 | | EDN376 | Teaching Science | 3 | | EDN476 | Teaching Senior Secondary Science | 3 | | CHE140 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | 3 | | CHE144 | Foundations of Chemistry | 3 | | BIO356 | Genetics and Evolution | 3 | | BIO375 | Conservation Biology | 3 | | BIO376 | Wildlife Biology | 3 | | BIO379 | Evolutionary Analysis | 3 | | ENV332 | Managing Wetlands and Water | 3 | | ENV334 | Environmental Restoration | 3 | | SIK201 | Two-Way Science | 3 | During your course, you'll build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career and study goals. Some of the things you’ll learn include: Learn to become the kind of science teacher who can really inspire future scientists and thinkers, with a strong grounding in learning, teaching and curriculumLearn classroom management skills, including how to deal with challenging behaviour and make learning funLearn how to apply your scientific and theoretical learning in a range of practical settingsExplore ways to encourage your students to think creatively about the worldGet inspired to stay curious about the world and commit to lifelong learning throughout your teaching career
Careers:
Where could a teaching degree take you? As a teacher, you have the opportunity to influence a whole generation.
Murdoch University
Overview:
Murdoch University is a public university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is known for its focus on practical learning, research, and engagement with the community. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Services Offered:
Murdoch University provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Academic Support:
The university offers a variety of academic support services, such as tutoring, workshops, and online resources.Career Services:
The Careers and Employability team assists students with career planning, job searching, and internship opportunities.Student Support:
The university provides support services for students with disabilities, mental health concerns, and other personal challenges.Library:
The Murdoch University Library offers a vast collection of books, journals, and online resources.Health and Wellbeing:
The university has a range of health and wellbeing services, including a chiropractic clinic, counselling services, and a psychology clinic.Sport and Recreation:
Murdoch University offers a variety of sporting and recreational activities, including fitness classes, team sports, and outdoor recreation.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Murdoch University offers a vibrant and diverse campus experience. Students can expect:
A beautiful and spacious campus:
The university's campus is located in a picturesque setting, with plenty of green spaces and modern facilities.A strong sense of community:
The university has a strong sense of community, with a variety of student clubs and societies.Opportunities for engagement:
Murdoch University encourages students to get involved in research, community service, and other extracurricular activities.Key Reasons to Study There:
Flexible study options:
Murdoch University offers a variety of flexible study options, including online learning, part-time study, and blended learning.Personalised courses:
The university offers a range of personalised courses that cater to individual student needs and interests.Career Learning Spine:
Murdoch University's Career Learning Spine helps students develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen careers.World-class facilities:
The university has a range of world-class facilities, including a veterinary hospital, a media arts centre, and a state-of-the-art engineering lab.Academic Programs:
Murdoch University offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate programs:
The university offers a variety of undergraduate programs in areas such as business, law, science, engineering, and the arts.Postgraduate programs:
Murdoch University offers a range of postgraduate programs, including master's degrees, PhDs, and other research degrees.Research:
The university is a leading research institution, with a strong focus on areas such as food security, health futures, and sustainable development.Other:
Entry Requirements:
- Domestic Students:
- Higher Education: Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).
- Recent Secondary Education: Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level, OR a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR a scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR, Literature ATAR, English as and Additional Dialect (EALD).
- Vocational Education & Training: Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO, OR a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR a scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR, Literature ATAR, English as and Additional Dialect (EALD).
- Work & Life Experience: Applicants must meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course, STAT Written English 140, etc.
- Enabling courses (in Year 12): Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch FlexiTrack High Program in Year 12, TLC Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12, An enabling or bridging program at another Australian university.
- Enabling courses (after Year 12): Successful completion of one of the following: OnTrack Flex, OnTrack Sprint or K-Track at Murdoch University, An enabling or bridging course at another Australian university.
- Murdoch Institute of Technology (MIT) courses: Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course with a minimum of 50% in every subject, MUPC (1 Trimester) Foundation Studies Course with a minimum of 50% in every subject.
- Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC): 70
- Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP): CPS 54 or higher.
- VET course studied at school: Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher.
- Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE): Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower.
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6: Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
- Certificate IV AQF level 4: Successful completion of a Certificate IV.
- Mature Age Pathway (MAP): MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course.
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT): Multiple Choice score of 135.
- International Students:
- GCE A Levels: Aggregate of 6 points from:
- A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR
- A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects. At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation. AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Total score of 24 or higher.
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6: Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
- Certificate IV AQF level 4: Successful completion of a Certificate IV.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Domestic Students:
- Recent Secondary Education: Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level.
- Vocational Education & Training: Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years study at TAFE or an RTO.
- Mature Age Pathway (MAP): Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc.
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT): Written English Score of 140.
- Enabling courses (in Year 12): Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level, OR a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher, OR a scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR, Literature ATAR, English as and Additional Dialect (EALD).
- Enabling courses (after Year 12): Successful completion of the course. STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
- VET course studied at school: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only), Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following: English ATAR, Literature ATAR, English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
- Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE): Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6: STAT Written English score of 140 or higher. (145 if prior to May 2010)
- Certificate IV AQF level 4: Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), OR Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only), OR STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010).
- International Students:
- GCE A Levels: A Levels: C in one of the following: English Language, English Literature, Knowledge and Inquiry. AS Level: A in one of the following: English Language, English Literature, Knowledge and Inquiry.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Higher level (HL): 7 or better.
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6: STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
