Bachelor of Education(Honours) (PGBEdSec(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2062
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Education(Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in 16 units of advanced education courses or hold a bachelor degree and a Diploma of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in the Diploma of Education.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the School of Education.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Education
Email: education@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6550
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2062
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Education(Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in 16 units of advanced education courses or hold a bachelor degree and a Diploma of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in the Diploma of Education.
CRICOS Code: 025965G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 20800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of Education(Honours)?
The Honours program emphasises independent scholarship and research through the preparation of a written thesis. It provides excellent research training (theory and research design, data collection, data analysis and writing skills) and allows a high level of involvement in the School of Education postgraduate research culture.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Education(Honours).
Honours
Honours is awarded based on the weighted percentage over the year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in 16 units of advanced education courses or hold a bachelor degree and a Diploma of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in the Diploma of Education.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the School of Education.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in 16 units of advanced education courses or hold a bachelor degree and a Diploma of Education with a GPA of 5.75 in the Diploma of Education.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 025965G
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 20800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Education(Honours)
Careers
The Bachelor of Education (Honours) prepares students for employment as teachers or educational administrators. It also provides the possibility of progressing more quickly than otherwise towards the PhD degree.
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Education(Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Education(Honours), a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #16 from part H of the BEd(Sec) list comprising:
- #2 for a research methods course;
- #6 from the MEdSt list; and
- #8 for a thesis course.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Education(Honours).
