Bachelor of Education (Primary)
UNDA Course Code 3361 – CRICOS Code 056164F
About the Bachelor of Education (Primary)
The four-year program offers an excellent preparation for the profession
of teaching in a primary school environment. Graduates qualify as
teachers in Catholic, independent and public schools throughout NSW
and Australia.
Year Two
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Six Education units
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Teaching NESB Students
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Information Technology for Teaching and Learning
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Multiliteracies
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KLA: HSIE 1
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KLA: English 2
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KLA: Science and Technology 1
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One Elective
One Specialisation or RE Accreditation Unit
Professional Experience
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School Experience 1
This degree is fully accredited with the New South Wales Institute of
Teachers (NSWIT)
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree offers interested students
the opportunity to embed Religious Education accreditation within their
course of study. This fulfils the requirements of the Catholic Education
Office, Sydney and is recognised in dioceses throughout NSW.
Students not choosing the RE accreditation pathway undertake a 4-unit
specialisation pathway
Year Three
Why study Primary Teaching at Notre Dame?
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Seven Education units
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Advanced Teaching Skills
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KLA: Mathematics 2
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KLA: PDHPE 2
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KLA: Science & Technology 2
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KLA: Creative Arts - Visual Arts
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KLA: Creative Arts - Music, Dance and Drama
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Catering for Students with Special Needs
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One Elective
Teaching Method 1: Primary
o
Specialisation or RE Accreditation Unit
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Professional Experience
o
School Experience 2
The Primary teaching course at Notre Dame provides students with:
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a love of teaching students from Years K-6
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expertise to teach in all key learning areas of the Board of
Studies primary curriculum, together with Religious Education
(if desired)
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the strong integration of theory and practice
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coursework that is contemporary and research-based
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critically reflective practice
Course Duration:
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) generally takes four years to
complete when studied on a full-time basis. The course is also available
on a part-time basis (Domestic students only).
Course Structure:
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) curriculum is designed to provide
an integration of theory and practice throughout all four years of the
program. The units are taken in a prescribed sequence (This schedule
of units is subject to review and may alter).
Year Four
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Three Education units
o
Preparation for Internship and Transition to
Teaching
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KLA: HSIE 2
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Working with Indigenous Students
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Specialisation or 3 RE Accreditation units
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Specialisation or Liturgy
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Education & Social Justice or Sacraments of
Initiation
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Specialisation or Primary RE 2
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Professional Experience
Core Curriculum – The Logos Programme
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Logos I
Logos II
Logos III
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Year One
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Three units in Communication Literacy
Seven Education units
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Emerging Numeracy
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Emerging Literacy
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KLA: English 1 (KLA = Key Learning Area)
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KLA: Mathematics 1
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KLA: PDHPE 1
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Introduction to Teaching and the Curriculum
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Psychological Principles of Classroom
Management
One Elective
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One Specialisation or RE Accreditation unit
One Professional Experience
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Classroom Immersion
Teaching Internship
Practical Component:
The amount of school experience in the Notre Dame degree is
substantially more than that offered in many other courses.
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Year One
One week Classroom Immersion
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Year Two
Nine week School Experience 1
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Year Three
Ten week School Experience 2
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Year Four
Ten week Teaching Internship
Mode of Study & Assessment:
Successful Study:
This course is only offered in internal mode.
At Notre Dame, we emphasise the value of the human person and the
importance of maintaining an ethical way of life. All students undertake
the Logos Programme, which includes the study of modules on topics in
philosophy, moral philosophy, theology, and philosophical-theological
arguments relevant to training for a profession and for life.
Students will be provided with a copy of a Unit Outline for each unit in a
given semester. This outline will provide the assessment method for
unit, which may include: assignments, essays, presentations,
performances, practicum, internships, placements, research papers,
theses, tests, and examinations.
Students may undertake study as a part-time or full-time student,
commencing in First Semester. However, if a student is studying parttime, particular units must be completed before any of the school
experience programs can be commenced.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates of Notre Dame find employment in Catholic, independent
and government schools and have a high rate of employment success.
Further Information:
Admission Requirements:
School Leavers:
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ATAR of 70 - Indicative only. Must have been obtained within
the last five years.
Mature Age Applicants:
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Successful completion of an Australian Qualifications
Framework (AQF) Certificate IV level qualification or higher
from a recognised provider such as TAFE or an RTO.
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STAT (Special Tertiary Admissions Test) – A minimum score
of 150 for both the Multiple Choice component and the
Written English component is required. STAT results are valid
for two years.
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Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Enabling
Program (TEP).
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Other University Studies - Notre Dame will also consider
applicants who have successfully completed a minimum of
one semester worth of units within a Bachelor’s Degree from
another University.
The information contained in this publication is designed as a basic
course description. If you would like further information regarding the
course, or information pertaining to admissions, fees or the University
itself, please contact the Prospective Students Office on (02) 8204 4404
or at [email protected].
All international enquiries may be directed to the International Students
Office at [email protected].
Visit our website at www.sydney.nd.edu.au.
To qualify as primary school teacher, graduates from this degree must
have demonstrated Band 4 in English and Mathematics at the HSC
level.
Applicants who have not will need to enrol in at least one bridging unit
as specified by the School of Education. This unit(s), will run in
conjunction with the University, and will provide the opportunity to
demonstrate an equivalent proficiency in English and Maths to satisfy
NSWIT accreditation requirements.
DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
ADMISSIONS OFFICE
For further information on The University of Notre Dame Australia and the
Admissions Process, contact the Prospective Students Office
Tel: (02) 8204 4404 • Fax: (02) 8204 4422 • E-mail: [email protected] or
[email protected] • Internet: www.sydney.nd.edu.au
140 Broadway (PO Box 944), Broadway NSW 2007
If you have already applied for a place at The University of Notre Dame Australia,
contact the Admissions Office on
Tel: (02) 8204 4430 • Fax: (02) 8204 4422
E-mail: [email protected] • Internet: www.sydney.nd.edu.au
140 Broadway (PO Box 944), Broadway NSW 2007
Disclaimer: The information contained in this document was correct at the time of publication but the University reserves the right to make subsequent changes.
For up-to-date information, contact the Prospective Students Office. CRICOS Provider Code 02651D
MAY 2012