Education at Macquarie University
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Education at Macquarie University Bachelor of Education (Primary)* Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)* Bachelor of Teaching (Birth to Five Years)* Graduate Diploma in Education* Master of Early Childhood Master of Education Master of Educational Leadership Master of Higher Education Master of Special Education Master of Teaching (Birth to Five Years)* * Teaching qualifications Photo: Jeremy Piper www.international.mq.edu.au MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF HUMAN SCIENCES EDUCATION Why study Education at Macquarie University? Photo: Jeremy Piper Jeremy Photo: + Accredited teaching + Professional experience + On-campus learning and qualifications research facilities Macquarie’s pre-service teachers The Graduate Diplomas in are mentored by experienced Macquarie University is home to a Education, Bachelor of Education classroom teachers who are number of purpose-built facilities (Early Childhood Education) and selected for the quality of their for educational research and Bachelor of Education (Primary) professional practice. Graduate practice, including the Teacher are teaching qualifications programs include teaching Education Learning Laboratories, accredited by the NSW Institute placements, with opportunities for an ICT Innovation Centre, a Special of Teachers. Under a special sustained blocks of teaching. Education Centre and the Children memorandum of understanding and Family Study Centre (Mia Mia). + Outstanding teachers and with the New South Wales researchers See page seven for more Institute of Teachers, Macquarie’s information about these facilities. international teaching graduates We value excellence and are eligible to receive a Statement innovation in teaching and of Professional Standing, which research and many of our teaching is recognised in many overseas staff have received teaching and countries. research awards at a national level. 2 CRICOS CODE 00002J 4 Bachelor of Arts with the ye Pathways to a degree of Bachelor of ar teaching career Education (Primary) s Undergraduate pathway 4 Graduate pathway Bachelor of Arts- ye Psychology with the ar Diploma in Education s 4 4 Bachelor of Education ye Bachelor of Science ye (Early Childhood ar with the Diploma ar Education) s in Education s 3 4 3 Bachelor of Teaching ye Bachelor of Arts ye ye (Birth to Five Years) ar with the Diploma ar Bachelor degree ar s in Education s s 2 2 1 ye ye Master of Teaching Bachelor of Education Graduate Diploma year ar ar s (Birth to Five Years) s (Primary) in Education Early Childhood Primary School Secondary School Teacher Teacher (K-6) Teacher (7-12) Dave Munro | CANADA Master of Special Education “My Macquarie degree was immediately recognised by my employer and provided me with a higher salary. My teachers at Macquarie were extremely professional, knowledgeable, and approachable. Not only does attending Macquarie afford you the chance to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but it will provide you with a top-notch education and increase your future job prospects.” Photo: Self-supplied. Rod Lane Lecturer, School of Education Rod brings an enthusiastic and innovative approach to the mentoring and training of future teachers shaped by his experience in secondary schools and his research exploring teachers’ knowledge. In 2011, Rod received a Australian Learning and Teaching Council Citation for his use of innovative instructional approaches to enhance students’ independent learning skills and promote a passion for teaching. Photo: Antra Kalnins Dr Grant Kleeman Director, Teacher Education Program One of Australia’s leading Geographical educators, Dr Kleeman is a member of the Australian Academy of Science’s National Committee for Geography and Deputy Chair and Director of the Australian Geography Teachers Association. In 2007 the Geographical Society of NSW awarded Dr Kleeman the McDonald Holmes Medal for his ‘Distinguished contribution to Geographical Education in Australia’. Photo: Self-supplied. www.international.mq.edu.au 3 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF HUMAN SCIENCES EDUCATION Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Education Course (Early Childhood Education) (Primary) Programs KEY FEATURes KEY FEATURes This degree provides a specialisation in the The Bachelor of Education (Primary) provides understanding of young children and a a professional qualification for graduates teaching qualification for those who wish to seeking accreditation as primary teachers. work with children from birth to age 12. CAReeR OppoRTUNITIes CAReeR OppoRTUNITIes Graduates gain employment as primary Graduates from this program are accredited teachers, educational researchers and to teach in New South Wales government educational advisors to government and non-government schools and in prior departments and other agencies. to school settings such as long day-care centres, preschools and primary schools. Early childhood teachers are also sought after for consultancy and professional development work in the area of children’s services. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ATAR of 75.10 or equivalent. A sound knowledge of Bachelor degree from a recognised university Mathematics and English is required. with at least eight units of undergraduate study relevant to at least one of the six Key Learning Areas DURATION 4 years – Mathematics, English, Science and Technology, 2012 ANNUAL FEE+ AU$28,272 Human Society and Its Environment, Creative and Performing Arts and Personal Development, Health COMMENCEMENT/ Semester 1 (February) AVAILABILITY and Physical Education. CREDIT POINTS 96 credit points REQUIRED TO DURATION 2 years COMPLETE DEGREE 2012 ANNUAL FEE+ AU$25,920 CRICOS CODE 021499E COMMENCEMENT/ Semester 1 (February) and AVAILABILITY Semester 2 (July) CREDIT POINTS 72 credit points REQUIRED TO COMPLETE DEGREE CRICOS CODE 047324C English language requirements For all education courses: IELTS of minimum 7.0 overall with 6.0 Listening, 7.0 Reading, 7.0 Writing, 6.0 Speaking. For other accepted English language qualifications, see www.international.mq.edu.au/applications/apply/english + Fees The fees quoted in this brochure are the estimated annual fees payable for 2012 and are subject to change. For units completed beyond 2012, students will pay the fees approved for the relevant academic year. 4 CRICOS CODE 00002J Graduate Diploma Master of Education Master of in Education Specialisations in Curriculum and Pedagogy, Educational Leadership Communication Technologies (ICT) in Education and Can be combined with the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor Specialisions in Early Childhood Education Educational Research and Information of Arts-Psychology or Bachelor of Science* or School Education KEY FEATURes KEY FEATURes KEY FEATURes The Graduate Diploma in Education provides A cohesive program of studies designed to Designed to develop knowledge of theory a professional qualification for secondary enhance the knowledge, skills and professional and research in educational leadership and teaching in Economics and/or Business development of educators and others with an management and explore implications Studies, English, Geography, History, interest in studies in education. for practice in school or early childhood Languages, Mathematics and Science. Legal education. SUITAble foR Studies, Drama, ICT and Society & Culture are Teachers, and others who require a strong SUITAble foR offered as ‘second’ teaching subjects. knowledge of education. Those interested in enhancing their leadership SUITAble foR and/or management practice within the CAReeR OppoRTUNITIes Students with a recognised Bachelor degree education sector. Designed to assist career advancement or equivalent, who would like to obtain a of teachers, principals and those working CAReeR OppoRTUNITIes professional qualification for secondary in education and policy development in Senior leadership and management roles teaching. government and business. in school or educational settings. Policy CAReeR OppoRTUNITIes development in relevant local, state and Graduates gain employment as secondary federal government organisations. teachers, educational researchers and educational advisors to government departments and other agencies. * See page six for combined degree options. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Recognised Bachelor degree with a major (or Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised at least six undergraduate units) in at least one university. university and at least two years relevant work teaching subject available in Macquarie’s pre-service experience. Currently in a position to exercise teacher education program (ie Economics, Business DURATION 1 year leadership or management behaviour. Strong Studies, English, Geography, History, Languages, 2012 ANNUAL FEE+ AU$26,560 referee reports and a statement of potential career Mathematics or Science). Prospective students will benefits. COMMENCEMENT/ Semester 1 (February) and have their degree(s) assessed against the subject AVAILABILITY Semester 2 (July) content requirements of the NSW Institute of DURATION 1 year CREDIT POINTS 32 credit points Teachers. REQUIRED TO 2012 ANNUAL FEE+ AU$26,560 COMPLETE DEGREE COMMENCEMENT/ Semester 1 (February) and 1 year DURATION CRICOS CODE 027377M AVAILABILITY Semester 2 (July) + 2012 ANNUAL FEE AU$28,026 CREDIT POINTS 32 credit points COMMENCEMENT/ 30 January 2012 REQUIRED TO AVAILABILITY COMPLETE DEGREE CREDIT POINTS 27 credit points CRICOS CODE 054332M REQUIRED TO COMPLETE DEGREE CRICOS CODE 007450F www.international.mq.edu.au