Bachelors of Science/Education(Secondary) (BSc/BEd(Sec))
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2110
Faculties
Social & Behavioural Sciences
Science
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Science/Education(Secondary):
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
10/81
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
731302 - B Science/BEduc(Secondary)
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 7464
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 Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science, SBS Faculty
Email: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au; info.education@uq.edu.au
Phone: Faculty of Science 07 3365 1888 or SBS Faculty 07 3365 6550
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2110
Faculties
Social & Behavioural Sciences
Science
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Science/Education(Secondary):
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 061063B
English Proficiency
IELTS score of 7.5 overall, Listening 8, Reading 7, Writing 7, and Speaking 8. View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25050
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.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
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 Bachelors of Science/Education(Secondary)?
Bachelor of Science/Education students complete two degrees in less time than if each was studied separately. The BSc degree provides the content knowledge for two teaching areas whilst the BEd (Sec) provides the necessary skills, knowledge and practical experiences required for teacher registration and employment. The Bachelor of Science/Education degree offers a wide range of teaching area (BSc major) options. Students benefit from a thorough preparation for their teaching areas combined with, and informed by, their professional studies in the area of education.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Science/Education(Secondary):
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Science
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Biomedical Science
- Chemistry / / Minor
- Computer Science
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Geographical Sciences
- Marine Science
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Plant Science
- Psychology
- Zoology
Placement courses
Compulsory Placement Course
Students must complete 10 days school experience and 90 days supervised practicum. Every effort is made to place students within a reasonable distance of their home base but they can be expected to travel up to 90 minutes due to public transport connections and incur costs associated with travel and possible lost income over this period. Students are generally placed at Ipswich, Brisbane, and southeast Queensland and are encouraged to explore the option of a rural placement. Rural scholarships are available from the School of Education to assist with travel and accommodation costs.
Students are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing practicum. Students can apply for a Blue Card through the School of Education and should do so three months before their practicum is due to commence. The Teacher Preparation Programs Handbook provides information about practicum and school experience requirements and is available from School of Education.
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
731302 - B Science/BEduc(Secondary)
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 061063B
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 score of 7.5 overall, Listening 8, Reading 7, Writing 7, and Speaking 8. 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.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
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$ 7464
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$ 25050
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%.
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.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Science/Education(Secondary)
Careers
Refer to the Bachelor of Science and the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) for information regarding employment opportunities.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Australian Computer Society
- Australian Coral Reef Society
- Australian Institute of Biology
- Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology
- Australian Institute of Physics (graduate grade)
- Australian Mathematical Society
- Australian Marine Science Association
- Anatomical Society of Australia & New Zealand
- Australia and New Zealand Society for Cell and Developmental Biology
- Australian Society for Fish Biology
- Australasian Society for Human Biology
- Australian Society for Microbiology
- Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
- Australian Vascular Biology Society
- Geological Society of Australia
- Institute of Australian Geographers
- Institute of Foresters of Australia
- Petroleum Exploration Society of Australia
- Queensland College of Teachers
- Royal Australian Chemical Institute
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 Bachelors of Science/Education(Secondary)
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 #64 comprising
- #32 from Part A and B of the BSc list including:
(i) #6 from Part A; and
(ii) #14 from Part B; and
(iii) #12 from Part A or Part B or a combination of both.
In the BSc students must complete a major and a minor; and
- #32 from the BEd(Secondary) List comprising #16 from Part A and #16 from Part B.
Refer to BSc/BEd(Secondary) rules for further information.
