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Early childhood education 7

Primary education 8

Physical education – primary 10

Primary education (Special Needs) 11

Primary education (RATEP Mode) 12

Primary education (Thursday Island) 13

Secondary education 15

Physical education – secondary 16

Secondary education (Vocational Education) 17

Graduate Diploma of Education 18

Bachelor of Education (Professional Development) 19

Education joint degrees 20

Alternative entry pathways 21

Accommodation 22

Education courses summary 23

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“I had the ambition to not only go farther... but to go as far as it was possible to go.”Captain James CookJames Cook (1728-1779) was a remarkable navigator and explorer, whose legacy is still with us. His three voyages across the Pacific had profound influence on many areas of human endeavour: astronomy, marine surveying, cartography, geography, natural history and anthropology.

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With its campuses and study centres throughout Queensland and in Singapore, internationally awarded JCU is a wise choice for students seeking a high-ranking, culturally diverse education that will equip them to make a difference in their world. JCU students have unique opportunities to gain academic knowledge and genuine, real-life experience Australian and international employers are looking for.

The University’s tropical location and proximity to World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the rainforests of the Wet Tropics Region have strongly influenced the course options offered. More than 40 per cent of the world’s population now lives in the tropics and this is likely to be close to 50 per cent by 2050. The region generates around 20 per cent of global economic output and is home to some 80 per cent of the world’s biodiversity. JCU is recognised worldwide for the quality of research and educational programs that further tropical knowledge – ecology, medicine, environment, sustainability and marine biology.

Named after Captain James Cook (1728-1779), the remarkable navigator and explorer who was the first to map the coastline of eastern Australia, JCU also maintains a deep commitment to the Indigenous peoples of Australia. Few universities provide the breadth of Indigenous educational opportunities that

JCU offers. The whole University community values and celebrates the achievements of its many distinguished Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, graduates and staff.

An over-riding goal of the University is that when JCU students graduate, they will possess internationally-recognised qualifications, as well as leadership skills and self-reliance that will help each one take their place in the career of their choice and make a valuable contribution to local and global communities.

An exceptional education• JCU has earned its place among the top 4 per cent of universities around the world (see Academic Ranking of World Universities).

• The University achieved the Australian Government’s highest ranking of “Well Above World Standard” for its research in the areas of Environmental Science and Management, Ecological Applications and Medical Microbiology (see Excellence in Research for Australia National Report, 2012).

• JCU’s Professor Jim Burnell, Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, was named 2011 Australian Lecturer of the Year.

• Over the past five years, JCU academics have been awarded 39 National Awards for

Teaching Excellence by the Australian Teaching and Learning Council (now called Office for Learning and Teaching).

• JCU was awarded five stars for ‘Success In Getting A Job’ (see Good Universities Guide, 2012).

James Cook UniversityEducation for a confident future

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Brand new degree opportunities await James Cook University (JCU) Education students – so if you are thinking about studying to become a teacher, look no further than JCU’s School of Education. From 2014, you will be able to choose from three Education courses.

• Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Education

• Bachelor of Education Primary• Bachelor of Education Secondary.

Whether you are thinking about teaching in your local area, teaching in a rural or remote setting, or even taking your skills overseas and travelling the world, with JCU’s Education courses, a world of opportunities awaits you. Importantly, your qualifications will be widely recognised and valued.

You will study core education subjects as well as those which add a valuable extra dimension to your Education pre-service studies. These will place particular emphasis on behaviour management, student assessment and reporting, rural and remote education, education in the tropics, Indigenous education and education for sustainability

Education programsJCU’s School of Education works hard to not only develop and deliver the most advanced teacher training programs, but also make these programs widely available to a broad spectrum of community living that is Queensland and beyond.

Bachelor of education early child-hood

The study of Early Childhood Education covers a range of disciplines including child development and psychology, theories of learning, curriculum and assessment, and the diversity of learners

and learning needs within the early years. This course is available online for the convenience of studying at home.

Bachelor of education Primary

Your JCU Bachelor of Education Primary will prepare you for the new Australian Curriculum, which requires all Queensland primary schools to teach across all curriculum areas.

Bachelor of education Secondary

When you choose to study the new JCU Bachelor of Education Secondary, you will complete discipline subjects in two learning areas. This will allow you to teach across two areas from Years 7 to 12. Majors in Physical Education and Vocational Education will also be available.

Bachelor of education Primary through rateP

RATEP is a community-based Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teacher education program.

If you are an Indigenous student, you can gain teaching qualifications while studying at a RATEP site in your own community. The program has already successfully increased the number of qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers in Queensland schools.

Bachelor of education (thurSday iSland)

Indigenous students can study for a Bachelor of Education Primary at JCU’s Thursday Island Study Centre, where additional support is also available.

Bachelor of education (ProfeSSional develoPment)

If you are a teacher who wants to upgrade your qualifications to a 4-year degree, or change

teaching areas, this course provides a program of study focusing on professional development.

graduate diPloma of education

If you already have a relevant degree, the Graduate Diploma of Education is an intensive 1-year course that prepares you for a teaching career.

AccreditationJCU’s Education courses are designed to meet the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) and the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT). This is important for our graduates as it gives them the ability to register to teach in Queensland and to work anywhere in Australia, and many countries overseas.

New teaching facilitiesJCU has invested heavily in new School of Education facilities at our Townsville campus.

When you choose JCU for your Education studies, you’ll study in a modern environment, and graduate with cutting-edge knowledge and experience in the latest technologies and teaching techniques.

Our new, state-of-the-art Education facilities include:

• Collaborative Lecture Theatre

• Technology Enabled Active Learning Centre

• Collaborative Teaching Laboratory

• Collaborative Teaching Room

• Flexible Seminar Teaching Room

• Peer to Peer Learning Centre

• Indigenous Study Centre

• Outdoor Learning Centre.

Study Education at JCU

jcu.edu.au/education


Indigenous student supportIf you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student, the University is committed to helping you find successful and productive career pathways. We employ a full-time Indigenous Support Officer to assist you with academic, financial and mentoring support if you need it. Scholarships and bursaries are available, while other resources include the Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (TAS) and the national Indigenous Cadetship Scheme (ICS), which provides supplementary wages and work experience. Visit: www.jcu.edu.au/study/indigenous-students

Study Abroad You can also apply to study abroad at JCU’s Singapore campus, or at one of our 30 exchange partner universities around the world. You can study subjects relevant to your course while overseas and receive credits towards your JCU degree when you return home. Participation in the Student Exchange program is subject to faculty approval.. To learn more, email <[email protected]> or visit www.jcu.edu.au/studentexchange

The student experienceLife as an Education student at JCU is never dull. There are plenty of clubs, committees and social events to round out your learning experience. Getting involved in extracurricular activities plays an important part in this experience, and JCU’s School of Education is committed to providing you with the best life and learning experience possible. As JCU is a regional university, your teaching staff are more accessible than at larger metropolitan universities and are able to offer you more individual assistance.

Professional experienceProfessional experience will form a key part of your studies and will give you practical classroom skills from your very first year of study.

Service Learning Service learning is designed to broaden your education skills and experience by developing or participating in a project related to your role as a teacher. The School of Education encourages you to focus on a sustainability project during this experience.

You will focus on activities that promote social and environmental responsibility, and the skills you learn will prepare you for future roles with students and in the wider community. You may be able to participate in a local Internship or make a real difference in overseas communities such as Borneo and Cambodia.

Core skillsTeachers need high levels of literacy and numeracy. At JCU, you will receive advice and feedback on your literacy and numeracy to ensure that you have the skills needed to be a 21st century teacher.

Become a teacher & inspire young mindsTeaching is often said to be a calling rather than a job. When you think about the powerful impact an inspiring teacher can have on a student’s motivation, thirst for knowledge, preparation for life and career direction, the importance of teaching as a profession is clear.

A portable qualificationA JCU education degree is a portable qualification that can take you throughout Australia and all over the world. Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America.

Other career opportunities exist in government departments, children’s services, family services, education, health, as well as community development and welfare agencies, educational tourist attractions, and support services for families.

Find out more about Education careersQueensland College of Teacherswww.qct.edu.au

Queensland Government: Make a Difference. Teachwww.teach.qld.gov.au

Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadershipwww.aitsl.edu.au

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“What I enjoy most about my course is working with students in the classroom. It’s a wonderful experience and JCU allows you to complete your professional experience in different states, rural towns, or urban cities.”

Colleen BreddenStudying Bachelor of Education


Early childhood education

What is Early Childhood Education?Early Childhood Education focusses on the education of children from birth to eight years of age. The study of Early Childhood Education covers a range of disciplines including child development and psychology, theories of learning, curriculum and assessment, and the diversity of learners and learning needs within the early years.

Course overviewEarly Childhood Education is a highly-specialised field and this course is the most effective way to enter an early childhood teaching career. The course has a special focus on Kindergarten, Prep and Years 1-3 in primary schools.

The course will prepare graduates for working in education and care services, including teaching in schools and preschools. You will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian before commencing your professional experience placements. All students (internal and external) are required to attend a compulsory 5-day on-campus intensive Professional Orientation Program at either Townsville or Cairns campus in their final year of study.

Course highlightsStudents will enjoy innovative teaching approaches including online delivery of subjects and online video streaming from one campus to another. Gaining professional experience in schools is integral for Education students at JCU and commences in the first year of study. This involves practical work in schools in urban and/or regional, rural and remote locations, as well as other educational and community sites, including the opportunity to work at some international locations.

Professional recognitionGraduates can apply to register with the Queensland College of Teachers and with teacher registrations bodies in other states and territories.

Career opportunitiesEarly childhood teachers work in schools, preschools, kindergartens and childcare centres. Teaching is a portable qualification and teachers are in demand throughout Australia and overseas. Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America.

Your StudyThe selection of subjects for this course includes:

• Foundations of Sustainability in Education• Foundations of Language and Literacy in Education• Education for Cultural Diversity• Technologies Across the Early Childhood Curriculum• Inclusive Education for Special Needs• Service Learning for Sustainable Futures• Teaching ESL to Indigenous Students

For full course outline details, visit www.jcu.edu.au/courses

Bachelor of Education Early Childhood

camPuS: Cairns; Townsville; External

mode: on campus, external; full time or part time plus professional experience placement in rural, remote and urban locations

duration: 4 years full time

PrerequiSiteS: English

mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: Townsville 313311; Cairns 323311;; External 323319

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Primary education

What is Primary Education?Primary Education plays a major role in building the academic and social foundations for students, and focuses on teaching Years 1 to 7. Primary Education teachers usually teach across all curriculum areas in primary schools however, some specialisations are also available.

Course overviewThe program provides opportunities to specialise in particular subject areas (Physical Education and Special Needs -see following pages).

You will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing your professional experience placements.

All students are required to attend a compulsory 5-day intensive Professional Orientation Program in their final year of study.

Course highlightsStudents will enjoy innovative teaching approaches including blended learning and online video streaming from one campus to another. Gaining professional experience in schools is integral for education students at James Cook University and commences in the first year of study. This involves practical work in schools in urban and/or regional, rural and remote locations, as well as other education and community sites, including some international locations.

Professional recognitionGraduates can apply to register with the Queensland College of Teachers and with teacher registration bodies in other states and territories.

Career opportunitiesGraduates teach Years 1 to 7 across curriculum areas, in state, Catholic and independent schools. Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America.

Additional career opportunities exist in government departments (children’s services, family services, education and health), community development and welfare agencies, educational attractions, and support services for families.

Your StudyA selection of subjects for this course includes:

• Foundations of Language and Literacy in Education• Foundations of Mathematics and Numeracy in Education• Technologies for Primary School• Education for Cultural Diversity• Inclusive Education for Special Needs• Teaching ESL to Indigenous Students• Foundations of Sustainability in Education


Bachelor of Education Primary*

camPuS: Cairns; Townsville

mode: on campus; full time or part time plus professional experience placement in rural, remote and urban locations



mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: Townsville 313211; Cairns 323211

* The Bachelor of Education Primary is also available in RATEP Mode for Indigenous students who live in some Queensland rural, regional and remote locations. See page xx.


“I grew up in Normanton, 800 kilometres west of Cairns. Its population is mostly Indigenous, so moving to Cairns for my high school years was a massive change. I did well at school and chose

JCU because of its reputation. Unlike big universities, the JCU lecturers get to know you, it’s easy to make friends and there is a

definite family feel between staff and students.”

Neerim CallopeStudying Bachelor of Education

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Physical education – primary

What is Primary Physical Education?Health and Physical Education teachers are responsible for the coordination and teaching of health and physical education in primary schools. They are also involved in coaching, coordination of sports events, and are qualified primary teachers who are able to teach across all curriculum areas.

Course overviewThis course focuses on teaching Physical Education to Years 1 to 7 in addition to general curriculum areas. The course places strong emphasis on gaining interpersonal communication, planning, organisation and management skills along with gaining expertise in health and fitness areas, including fitness assessment and sport and exercise nutrition.

You will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing your professional experience.

All students are required to attend a compulsory 5-day intensive Professional Orientation Program in their final year of study

Course highlightsHuman movement studies at James Cook University are offered under a cooperative program between JCU’s School of Education and the Sport and Exercise Science Institute. The course brings together the study of human movement, sport science and teaching.

Students will enjoy innovative teaching approaches including online delivery of subjects and streaming from one campus to another. Gaining professional experience in schools is integral for education students at JCU and commences in the first year of study. This involves practical work in schools in urban and/or regional, rural and remote locations as well as other educational and community sites including some international locations.


Career opportunitiesGraduates teach general curriculum areas plus health and physical education in primary schools. They are also involved in school-based coaching and sporting events.

Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America.

Graduates of this course are also equipped to work in non-teaching roles including activities officers, gym managers, fitness consultants, fitness assessors, health promotion officers, outdoor education officers, personal trainers, fitness coaches, and managers of sporting organisations.

Your studyStudents studying this course will complete the below subjects in addition to those listed in the Primary Education course structure found at www.jcu.edu.au/2014educationcourses

• Foundations of Sport and Physical Activity• Science and Practice of Physical Activity • Education for Better Health• Exercise Testing and Prescription for Health• Advanced Studies in Health and Physical Education• Specialist Professional Experience


Bachelor of Education Primary (Physical Education)

camPuS: Cairns (first year only); Townsville




mid-year entry: Yes



Primary education (special needs)

What is Primary Special Needs Education?Special Needs teachers work with children with learning difficulties to improve a broad range of skills, including self-awareness, life skills, and literacy and numeracy.

Course overviewThis program focuses on Years 1 to 7 and develops a range of skills to support students with special needs in primary settings. You will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing your professional experience.


Course highlightsStudents will enjoy innovative teaching approaches including blended delivery of subjects and online video streaming from one campus to another. Gaining professional experience in schools is integral for education students at James Cook University and commences in the first year of study. This involves practical work in schools in urban and/or regional, rural and remote locations as well as other educational and community sites including some international locations.


Career opportunitiesGraduates will be able to teach Years 1 to 7, as well as having specialist skills for special needs students, in state, Catholic, and independent schools.


Your StudyStudents studying this course will complete the below subjects in addition to those listed in the Primary Education course structure.

• Introduction to Counselling• Human Rights and Social Issues • Introduction to Child and Adolescent Mental Health• Students with Reading Difficulties• Specialist Professional Experience


Bachelor of Education Primary (Special Needs)

camPuS: Cairns; Townsville




mid-year entry: Yes


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Primary education (RATEP)

What is RATEP?RATEP is a community-based Indigenous teacher education program offered to some Queensland rural, regional and remote centres** in partnership with Queensland Department of Education, Training and Employment – Education Qld and TAFE-Qld.

Course overviewThis 4-year degree focusses on preparing professionals for teaching Years 1 to 7 school students. Graduates are equipped to teach across all curriculum areas in primary schools. Students will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing their professional placements.


Course highlightsStudents will enjoy innovative teaching approaches including blended (combination of online and face-to-face) delivery of subjects and online video streaming from one campus to another. Gaining professional experience in schools is integral for education students at James Cook University and commences in the first year of study. This involves practical work in schools in urban and/or regional, rural and remote locations as well as other educational and community sites including some international locations..

Professional recognitionGraduates can apply to register with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Career opportunitiesGraduates will be able to teach Years 1 to 7 in state, Catholic and independent schools.

Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America. Indigenous graduates have particular opportunities where an understanding of Indigenous experience is required.


• Foundations of Language and Literacy in Education• Foundations of Mathematics and Numeracy in Education• Technologies for Primary School• Education for Cultural Diversity• Inclusive Education for Special Needs• Teaching ESL to Indigenous Students• Foundations of Sustainability in Education


** Bamaga, Mapoon, Weipa, Doomadgee, Mount Isa, Mossman, Cairns, Yarrabah, Innisfail, Mareeba, Ravenshoe, Rockhampton, Maryborough, Roma, Charleville, Cunnamulla, St George, and Toowoomba

Bachelor of Education Primary (RATEP* mode)

camPuS: RATEP centres (administered from Townsville)

mode: flexible; full time or part time

duration: 4 years full time†


mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: 313099

* Community-based Indigenous teacher education program, offered to some Queensland rural, regional and remote centres.† Three years full-time equivalent if entering with a TAFE Diploma (for more information please contact the JCU Student Centre, see back cover).


Primary education (Thursday Island)

Bachelor of Education Primary on Thursday IslandJCU’s Thursday Island study centre offers its Bachelor of Education Primary in partnership with Training and Employment – Education Queensland. This enables local indigenous people to remain within the Torres Strait whilst completing the requirements of the Bachelor of Education.

Students can enter the Bachelor of Education Primary based on their OP or other direct entry criteria. Alternatively, students can undertake JCU’s Tertiary Access Course and commence their Bachelor of Education at the same time. JCU staff and Education Queensland Teacher Coordinators ensure students have on-site support for their studies.

Course overviewThis 4-year degree focuses on preparing professionals for teaching Years 1 to 7 school students. Graduates are equipped to teach across all curriculum areas in primary schools. Students will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing their professional placements.


Course highlightsGaining professional experience is integral for Education students, and at JCU, practical teaching commences in the first year of study. Students will have opportunities to undertake professional experience in the Torres Strait and in mainland schools.


Career opportunitiesGraduates will be able to teach Years 1 to 7 in state, Catholic and independent schools.

Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia, and North America.

Indigenous graduates have particular opportunities where understanding of Indigenous culture is required.

The Torres Strait Islanders’ Regional Education Council is particularly keen to increase the number of Torres Strait Islander teachers in schools in the region.

Your studyA selection of subjects for this course includes:

• Foundations of Language and Literacy in Education• Foundations of Mathematics and Numeracy in Education• Technologies for Primary School• Education for Cultural Diversity• Inclusive Education for Special Needs• Teaching ESL to Indigenous Students• Foundations of Sustainability in Education.

Bachelor of Education Primary – Thursday Island

camPuS: Thursday Island

mode: external; full time or part time



mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: 313099

† Four and a half years full time if combining with the Tertiary Access Program (for more information please contact the JCU Student Centre, see back cover).

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“What I enjoyed most about the course was the flexibility, as it allowed me to work in a local school while completing my studies. The highlight of my time at JCU was my professional experience placements. I was able to gain a variety of different experiences and meet other educators in Queensland.”

Aaron ParrishBachelor of Education (Secondary)*Graduated 2011

* now Bachelor of Education Secondary


Secondary education

What is Secondary Education?Secondary Education focuses on students who are 12 to 17 years old. This phase of learning is an integral time for young people as they develop their plans for post-secondary education and work.

Course overviewThis course will prepare students to teach a range of curriculum areas in secondary school including, for example:

• Biology• Business• Chemistry• Drama• English• Geography• History• Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)• Languages• Legal Studies• Mathematics• Music• Physics• Science• SOSE• Visual Art.

You will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing your professional experience placements.




Career opportunitiesTeaching is a portable qualification and teachers are in demand throughout Australia and overseas. Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America.

Additional career opportunities exist in government departments (children’s services, family services, education, health), community development and welfare agencies, educational tourist attractions, and support services for families.


• Foundations of Language and Literacy in Education• Foundations of Mathematics and Numeracy in Education • Foundations of Educational Psychology• Technologies Across the Curriculum• Inclusive Education for Special Needs• Teaching ESL to Indigenous Students• Indigenous Futures


Bachelor of Education Secondary

camPuS: Cairns (not all specialisations available); Townsville



PrerequiSiteS: English plus other necessary prerequisites for chosen specialisation

mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: Cairns 323111; Townsville 313111

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Physical education –secondary

What is Secondary Physical Education?Health and Physical Education teachers are responsible for the coordination and teaching of health and physical education in secondary schools. They are also involved in coaching and the coordination of sports events. Secondary level education involves teaching Years 8 to 12.

Course overviewThis course focuses on teaching Health and Physical Education for Years 8 to 10, and senior Health and Physical Education in Years 11 and 12. Students also need to train to teach in one other curriculum area – for example, Science or English. The course places strong emphasis on gaining interpersonal communication, planning, organisational and management skills, along with gaining expertise in health and fitness areas including fitness assessment and sport and exercise nutrition. Students will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing their professional experience placements.


Course highlightsJames Cook University’s Sport and Exercise Science Institute, which has excellent facilities on the Cairns and Townsville campuses, is involved with physical education studies programs.

Students will enjoy innovative teaching approaches including blended delivery of subjects and online video streaming from one campus to another. Gaining professional experience in schools is integral for education students at James Cook University and commences in the first year of study. This involves practical work in schools in urban and/or regional, rural and remote locations as well as other educational and community sites including some international locations.


Career opportunitiesGraduates teach in secondary schools and are involved in school-based coaching and sports events.


Graduates of this course are also equipped to work in non-teaching areas such as activities officers, gym managers, fitness consultants, fitness assessors, health promotion officers, outdoor education officers, personal trainers, fitness coaches and managers of sporting organisations.

Your Study Students studying this course will complete the below subjects in addition to those listed in the Secondary Education course Structure found at www.jcu.edu.au/2014educationcourses

• Foundations of Sport and Physical Activity• Education for Better Health• Science and Practice of Physical Activity• Exercise Testing and Prescription for Health• Advance Teaching in Health and Physical Education


Bachelor of Education Secondary (Physical Education)

camPuS: Cairns* (not all specialisations available); Townsville




mid-year entry: not available


• first year only


Secondary education (vocational)

What is Secondary Vocational Education?Vocational Education teachers are qualified to teach within at least one vocational or trade area in addition to a key learning area such as English, Mathematics, Science, The Arts, Health and Physical Education or Study of Society and Environment (SOSE).

Course overviewThis course is designed for people with a VET qualification who would like to teach in secondary schools. VET subjects taught in schools include business, construction trades, hospitality, design and technologies, technical drawing and manual arts.

You will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing your professional placements.

As part of the degree you are required to complete a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.




Career opportunitiesGraduates will be able to teach in secondary school in state, Catholic and independent schools. Many JCU graduates have taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America.

Your studyStudents accepted into this course (with the appropriate VET qualification) receive the following credit towards their degree:

• Two subjects at Level 1• Three subjects at Level 2• Three subjects at Level 3

Bachelor of Education Secondary (Vocational Education)

camPuS: Cairns (not all specialisations available); Townsville



PrerequiSiteS: English plus an appropriate vocational education qualification

mid-year entry: Yes


Daniel EganStudying Bachelor of Education (Primary – Physical Education)*

* now Bachelor of Education Primary (Physical Education)

“I wanted a definite career I could still be doing in 20 years time. When I graduate, I’d like to teach overseas initially, then return to northern Queensland and become a classroom and physical education teacher. If I can develop a basketball program at the school, that will be a real bonus.”

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Graduate diploma

What is the Graduate Diploma of Education?The Graduate Diploma of Education is a professional preparation program for students who already have an undergraduate degree and want to become a teacher or work in fields related to Education.

This course provides graduates with the opportunity to qualify for a teaching profession in one year of full-time study. It is an intensive program meeting the requirements of the Queensland College of Teachers for registration as a teacher. You will need a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing your professional experience.

Course overviewAll students are required to attend a compulsory 5-day intensive Professional Orientation Program in their final year of study.

Primary

The Primary program focusses on preparing professionals for teaching Years 1 to 7 school students (children aged between six and 12 years).

As a teaching graduate you will be equipped to teach across key learning curriculum areas in primary schools. Gaining professional experience is integral for education students, and this course includes 75 days of professional experience in schools.

Secondary

This course will prepare students to teach subjects across key learning curriculum areas in secondary schools, for example:

• Biology• Business• Chemistry• Drama• English• Geography• History• Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)• Languages• Legal Studies• Mathematics• Music• Physics• Science• SOSE• Visual Arts.

Gaining professional experience is integral for education students, and this course includes 75 days of professional experience in secondary schools.

yearS 1 to 9

This course is designed to prepare teachers who are flexible and able to teach the key learning curriculum areas in the middle school years. Gaining professional experience is integral for education students, and this course includes 75 days of professional experience in a range of school settings.


Career opportunitiesGraduates will be able to teach in State, Catholic and Independent schools around Australia.

Many JCU graduates have also taken the opportunity to travel and teach in Europe, the United Kingdom, Asia and North America.

Additional career opportunities exist in government departments (children’s services, family services, education, health), community development and welfare agencies, educational tourist attractions and support services for families.

Your StudyFor full course outline details, visit www.jcu.edu.au/courses

Graduate Diploma of Education*

camPuS: Cairns (Years 1-9); Townsville (Primary Education; Secondary Education)

mode: on campus; full time

duration: 1 year full time

PrerequiSiteS: suitable undergraduate degree with discipline studies less than 10 years old

mid-year entry: not available

qtac code: N/A (apply directly to JCU – see www.jcu.edu.au/education and click on ‘Education Courses and Degrees’ for more details.)

* this program will be offered in this current form until 2014

For graduates of other degrees wanting teacher qualifications


Professional development

What is Professional Development?The Bachelor of Education (Professional Development) is a 1-year program that provides professional upgrading to a 4-year qualification for teachers with 3-year qualifications, or for 4-year trained teachers wishing to change their teaching area of specialisation.

early childhood major

Childcare workers holding a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) or Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood Studies) who are required to upgrade their qualifications can complete this major to gain accreditation with the Queensland College of Teachers. Registered teachers can also change focus and obtain qualifications to teach Early Childhood students by completing this major.

Primary major

For those teachers who currently hold a Diploma of Teaching or equivalent 3-year qualification, successful completion of this major will allow you to upgrade your qualifications to a 4-year degree and maintain registration with the Queensland College of Teachers. Existing registered 4-year trained teachers can also change focus and obtain qualifications to teach Primary students by completing this major.

Secondary major

Through a Bachelor of Education (Professional Development) with a Secondary major, existing registered teachers can change their focus and obtain qualifications that will enable them to teach in middle and secondary schools. Students can select an area of teaching specialisation to Year 12 level. Options include English, History, Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics.

SPecial needS major

A major in Special Needs allows you to work with children who have learning difficulties and improve a broad range of skills including self-awareness, life skills, literacy and numeracy.

Course highlightsStudents will upgrade their qualifications and can increase their employment options. The course also allows students to advance their careers to more senior positions within schools, and use their qualifications to move into areas of skills shortage within the Education sector.

Bachelor of Education (Professional Development)

camPuS: Cairns (not all Secondary teaching specialisations available); Townsville

mode: on campus; full time or part time

duration: 1 year full time minimum (duration is dependent upon selected teaching areas)

PrerequiSiteS: Completion of a Bachelor of Education or Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching or an equivalent qualification including the required professional experience.

mid-year entry: yes


For qualified teachers and childcare workers wanting to upgrade to a Bachelor of Education from another qualification

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Joint Degrees

Bachelor of Education Primary*- Bachelor of Arts†

camPuS**: Cairns; Townsville




mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: Cairns 321031; Townsville 311031† Not all Bachelor of Arts majors are available as a joint degree with the Bachelor of Education. ** Not all majors are offered on both campuses.

Why combine Arts and Primary Education?Study a specialisation in the Bachelor of Arts to broaden your knowledge and skills, and bring greater depth to your secondary-school teaching expertise. You could include studies in English, French, History, German, Geography and Japanese. A Bachelor of Arts is also valuable for non-teaching careers in, for example, educational management or with government departments in policy and administration around children, families and community development.

Bachelor of Education Secondary*- Bachelor of Arts†

camPuS**: Cairns (not all Education specialisations available); Townsville




mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: depends on Education major chosen† Not all Bachelor of Arts majors are available as a joint degree with the Bachelor of Education. ** Not all majors are offered on both campuses.

Why combine Arts and Secondary Education?Study a specialisation in the Bachelor of Arts to broaden your knowledge and skills, and bring greater depth to your secondary-school teaching expertise. You could include studies in English, French, History, German, Geography and Japanese. A Bachelor of Arts is also valuable for non-teaching careers in, for example, educational management or with government departments in policy and administration around children, families and community development.

Bachelor of Education Secondary*- Bachelor of Science†

camPuS**: Cairns (not all Education specialisations available); Townsville



PrerequiSiteS: English, Maths B, Chemistry plus other requirements for Science major

mid-year entry: Yes

qtac code: depends on Education major chosen† Not all Bachelor of Science majors are available as a joint degree with the Bachelor of Education. ** Not all Bachelor of Science majors are offered on both campuses.

Why combine Science and Education?Secondary science teachers are in great demand. There is a high demand in schools for qualified and passionate science graduates to join their ranks and there are government incentives to assist, with lower HECS-Help rates and new scholarships. Combining Education with a Science degree gives you the best of both worlds - the ability to teach and inspire the next generation of budding scientists coupled with in-depth science knowledge.

Bachelor of Sports & Exercise Science- Bachelor of Education Secondary*

camPuS: Cairns (not all Education specialisations available); Townsville




mid-year entry: Yes


Why combine Sports Science and Education?With this joint degree you can gain a teaching qualification to work in primary or secondary schools as a physical education teacher. In addition you will have in-depth expertise in sport and exercise science for careers in the fitness and health industries. You will be well-qualified for training and education roles in health and fitness for government sports departments, community centres, sports centres, gyms, resorts and the tourism sector.

* students require a Blue Card (a working with children check issued by the Queensland Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) before commencing their professional experience placements.


Contact Student Centre for more information on 1800 246 446, <[email protected]>


Alternative Entry Pathways

James Cook University has a commitment to make university education accessible and achievable for a wider range of people in our region. If it has been a while since you finished school, or if you do not have the academic entry requirements for the course you want to study, there are other entry options available to you. Below is a brief overview of some of the alternative entry pathways available at JCU – please contact the Student Enquiry Centre for further information.

James Cook University, The Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE and Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE are in the process of developing a partnership to provide a pathway into higher education for students who:

• Did not get the results they needed for university entry

• Did not complete school and would like to pursue further study

• Are mature-aged and wish to return to study but are unsure of their skills

• Have taken some study at TAFE but would like to undertake further study at university.

Six-month Tertiary Access Course (TAC)This preparatory course is for students who have not completed high school, or who do not have the academic entry requirements to enrol in some undergraduate courses at JCU.

For more information, visit www.jcu.edu.au/sias

Diploma coursesDiploma courses are 1-year study programs (or longer if taken part time) designed for students who may not meet the academic entry requirements for their preferred degree.

Alternative entry with QTACThe Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) offers alternative entry options, to show that non-school leaver applicants can have reasonable prospects of success in a course.

Visit the QTAC website for further information on Alternative Entry: www.qtac.edu.au/Applying-NonYear12/AlternativeEntry.html

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AccommodationDeciding where to live

JCU Accommodation ServiceYou may be moving away from home for the first time. We understand. It can be a big deal finding a new place to call home. The dedicated JCU Accommodation Service team are there to help you. They understand how important it is to find accommodation that suits your needs and budget. Read on for an overview of the accommodation choices at JCU campuses.

Start looking ASAPAvailability of accommodation is limited, so it is a very good idea to start organising accommodation as soon as possible after you have chosen to study at JCU.

A great tip is to start arranging your accommodation as soon as you apply to JCU to avoid disappointment. Registrations open each year on August 1 for the following year and April 1 for the following semester. This means you are definitely in the queue for on-campus accommodation.

You can apply online at www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

How much does accommodation cost? An average price per week for a student room in a hall or college with full-board (all meals provided) will range from $270 to $350. On-campus halls and colleges offer discounts for up-front payments or if you have a sibling staying there.

Rental and share accommodation in Townsville and Cairns can cost around $120 to $180 per week for a room in a share apartment or house.

Help with accommodation costsIf you have to move away from home to study and are from a disadvantaged background, Commonwealth Government Scholarships can assist with relocation and accommodation costs.

www.jcu.edu.au/scholarships

Homestay/boarding with a familyContact the Accommodation Service to learn more about boarding with a family and for help to decide whether this option is right for you.

Townsville campusliving on campusJCU’s Townsville campus has seven on-campus colleges and halls offering accommodation for around 1,478 students.

On-campus accommodation means you will be living in student colleges and halls located on the university grounds. There are many advantages to living on campus. You’ll experience a social atmosphere, meeting up with fellow students and making lifetime friendships and connections with students from around the world, and outside your academic circles. And you can also walk or cycle to your classes.

For students who are not so keen on cooking for themselves, the majority of on-campus accommodation provides three meals a day. There is one self-catering hall, Rotary International House.

collegesThere are three colleges on the JCU Townsville campus. Most colleges offer full board, with three meals a day. There are single room and share options, with a range of prices.

Colleges are:

• The Saints Catholic College • St Mark’s College • The John Flynn College.

halls of residenceThere are four non-denominational, on-campus halls housing 770 students. Options include full board and self-catering, single- and twin-share rooms and townhouses. Some wheelchair accessible self-catering units are available.

• University Hall• George Roberts Hall• Western Courts• Rotary International House.

Enquire via www.jcu.edu.au/jcuhalls

off-campus accommodationPopular off-campus choices that are a short distance from campus are:• Cedar Lodge Motel• Riverside Convention Centre.

Cairns campusoff-campus accommodationCairns is an internationally recognised premier tourist destination. There are many commercial accommodation providers offering short- and long-term accommodation, as well as share house and homestay options. To check options, visit our website www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

Our two preferred off-campus options are within 400 metres of campus, making it an easy walk to uni.

cairns Student lodgeFully-catered accommodation for 225 students. (07) 4057 1111 <[email protected]>www.studentlodge.com.au

The Beaches Luxury apartments: www.the-beaches.com.au

Share house/private rental accommodationIf you think you would like to live in a share house, we recommend you contact Cairns Sharehouse, a private business that professionally manages share facilities for students in houses, units and apartments around Cairns. (07) 4041 1875 <[email protected]>www.cairns-sharehouse.com

There are a variety of accommodation options available – from on campus to off campus. JCU’s Accommodation Service will be happy to help you find the right option for you.


* Community-based Indigenous teacher education program, offered to some Queensland rural, regional and remote centres† Three years full-time equivalent if entering with a TAFE Diploma (for more information please contact the JCU Student Centre).** QTAC code depends on Education major (Flex) = flexible delivery including online learning with some compulsory residential periods on Townsville campusN/A = not applicable (Ext) = external delivery Please note, Honours programs are available for most JCU bachelor degrees. The minimum duration for an Honours degree is four years of full-time study. Not all majors are available at both campuses.

Bachelor degreewith majors

Prerequisites years(full time)

campuses and qtac codes mid-year entry

oP/ranK Page ref

cairns townsville others

EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD English 4 323311 313311 323319 (Ext) yes 16/66 7

EDUCATION PRIMARY English 4 323211 313211 - yes 16/66 8

Physical Education English 4 323051 313051 - yes 16/66 10

RATEP* mode English 4† - - 313099 (Flex) yes 16/66 12

Special Needs English 4 323211 313211 - yes 16/66 11

Thursday Island English 4 - - 313099 yes 16/66 13

EDUCATION SECONDARY(specialisations in Biology, Business, Chemistry, Drama, English, Geography, History, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), Languages, Legal Studies, Mathematics, Music, Physics, Science, SOSE, Visual Art)

English, plus other necessary prerequisites for chosen specialisation

4 323111 313111 - yes 16/66 15

Physical Education English 4 323061 313061 - no 16/66 16

Vocational Education English plus an appropriate vocational education qualification

4 323111 313111 - yes 16/661 17

EDUCATION (PROfESSIONAl DEvElOPMENT)

Early Childhood Education Primary EducationPrimary Education (Special Needs) Secondary Education

2-year or 3-year teaching qualification

1 323031 313031 - yes prior study/74

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joint Bachelor degreeS Prerequisites years (full time)

campus availability and qtac codes mid-year entry oP/ranK Page ref

cairns townsville

EDUCATION PRIMARY-ARTS English 5 323211 313111* yes 16/66 39

EDUCATION SECONDARY-ARTS English; and other necessary prerequisites for chosen Education specialisation

5 ** ** yes 16/66 39

EDUCATION SECONDARY-SCIENCE English; Maths B; Chemistry and other necessary prerequisites for chosen Education specialisation

5 **1 ** yes 16/66 39

SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE-EDUCATION SECONDARY

English; and other necessary prerequisites for chosen Education specialisation

5 326111 316111 yes 16/66 39

Please note, campus availability for joint degrees depends on majors chosen.

graduate diPloma Prerequisites years (full time)

campus availability and qtac codes mid-year entry oP/ranK Page ref

cairns townsville

GRADUATE DIPlOMA Of EDUCATION

Primary Education Suitable undergraduate degree 1 - apply directly to JCU

no N/A 18

Years 1-9 Suitable undergraduate degree 1 apply directly to JCU

- no N/A 18

Secondary Education Suitable undergraduate degree 1 - apply directly to JCU

no N/A 18

Please note, campus availability for joint degrees depends on majors chosen.

PathWay ProgramS Prerequisites years(full time)

campuses and qtac codes mid- year entry

oP/ranK Page ref

cairns townsville

Diploma of Arts none 1 321451 3121451 yes 20/60 21

Tertiary Access Course (TAC) Internal Selection Program (ISP) 0.5 apply directly to JCU

apply directly to JCU

yes N/A 21

Education – courses summary

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Want to know about the following?• Entry requirements for school leavers and non-school leavers• How to apply to JCU – study costs and scholarships• Campus life• Accommodation• Technology, library and study resources• Student support services• Information for Indigenous students• Upcoming info sessions

Then visit our Student Centre on campus and pick up a JCU Undergraduate Guide.

Online version: www.jcu.edu.au/publicationsYou can also visit our website: jcu.edu.au

Here is a full list of our Undergraduate study area booklets:

Arts, Social Sciences & PsychologyBusiness & ITCreative ArtsEducationEngineeringLawMedicine, Health & Veterinary SciencesScience

You can also find these booklets at our campuses, or online at:www.jcu.edu.au/publications

View specific course information online at:www.jcu.edu.au/courses

If you have any enquiries, feel free to contact us:

Student Centre: freecall 1800 246 446Email: <[email protected]>

Find out more1800 246 446jcu.edu.au


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