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Bachelor of Education - Secondary - Mathematics / Bachelor of Science
University of Sydney
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00026A
This program allows students to study mathematics as their primary teaching area alongside a second area chosen from a wide selection of science subject areas. During years one and two, students will engage in a broad tertiary education. The full professional program in curriculum begins in third year and concentrates on selected teaching areas, while continuing academic study in science units. This course is full-time study, daytime only.
Structure
A core program of study in education along with intensive study and professional experience in teaching areas. A major must be taken in mathematics. A second teaching area can be taken in one of the following: biology, chemistry, geography or physics. Graduates intending to teach Science at a secondary level must complete at least one year of study in chemistry or physics during their degree.
Subjects
- Education-secondary
- Science
- Education-mathematics
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 HSC or equivalent
- Selection via ATAR. Assumed knowledge: HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (depending on subjects chosen), any two units of English (not ESL) (Band 5), Band 5 in two other HSC subjects. For B Science: All students in B Science must take some study in mathematics during their degree. Graduates intending to teach science at a secondary level must complete at least one year of study in chemistry or physics during their degree. From 2019, this course will require a course prerequisite of Mathematics (Band 4 or higher). The assumed knowledge will still apply.
Recognition
NESA, NSW Department of Education and Communities, Association of Independent Schools of NSW, Catholic Education Office. The course is recognised nationally and internationally.
Further information
Practical experience: Systematic observations in schools, supervised teaching practice and internship. Career opportunities: Examples include teacher, curriculum consultant, corporate trainer, educational researcher, government and business administrator.
