C10208v4 Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

Overview

This combined degree prepares students to teach in schools from Kindergarten to Year 6, ensuring they are well equipped to meet the challenges of local and international teaching. It is a practice-based course which aims to produce high-quality, teacher-ready graduates through an intergrated program combining the latest educational theory with professional experience every semester, except in fourth year when students undertake a year of in-country study at an overseas university. The major areas of study in the degrees are curriculum studies, contexual studies, professional experience and international studies.

The combined degree is for students who want a strong practice-oriented primary education qualification and the benefit of learning and studying another language and culture, which includes a year living overseas studying in the country of choice.

This may appeal to students who want an international study experience or are aiming at an international career.

Course aims

The combined degree in Education and International Studies aims to provide students with the professional education necessary for preparation for primary teaching, while at the same time providing an opportunity to acquire knowledge and understanding of another language and culture.

Career options

Career options in primary school teaching and teaching English as a second language overseas are enhanced by international experience, making students more marketable to prospective employers.

Additional admission requirements

Additional assumed knowledge

There are no prior language requirements, except for programs within the Heritage major.

Course duration and attendance

The Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Arts in International Studies is a five-year, full-time degree. Students spend their fourth year of study at a university overseas. The course may also be undertaken at a reduced load, provided it is completed within six years.

Classes may be scheduled any time between the hours of 9.00 a.m. and 9.00 p.m.

The International Studies component of the course is offered at City campus only.

Course structure

Students are required to complete 252 credit points of study, comprising 156 credit points in Teacher Education and 96 credit points in International Studies.

The Teacher Education component includes three strands:

• Professional Experience, comprising University fieldwork and field-based experience
• Curriculum Studies, comprising subjects related to the primary school curriculum, and
• Education and Contextual Studies, comprising studies in education and a variety of contextual studies.

The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies requires undergraduates to study a major – a region or country – over a minimum of three years.

The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies is not offered as a separate degree, but is completed only in combination with the professional degree program.

Industrial training/professional practice

The Teacher Education component includes Professional Experience which comprises University fieldwork and field-based experience.

Course completion requirements

Course program

Professional recognition

NSW Department of Education and Training

This course provides a teaching qualification recognised by the NSW Department of Education and Training.

Other information

Further information is available from the Faculty's website: