Bachelor of Science / Master of Teaching - Primary/Secondary

Western Sydney University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00917K

The Bachelor of Science - Pathway to Teaching (Primary/ Secondary) is a three year degree specially designed to lead into the Master of Teaching (Primary/Secondary), an accredited postgraduate teaching qualification. The Bachelor of Science - Pathway to Teaching (Primary/Secondary) component provides a focussed study in a Major content discipline of your choice as well as opportunity to study an Education Studies Major that develops understandings of contemporary education issues, teaching and learning. As well as being equipped with all the necessary elements of an initial teacher qualification, Bachelor of Science - Pathway to Teaching (Primary/Secondary) graduates are prepared for a wide range of alternate employment opportunities with strong communication and people skills, creativity and capacity for independent thought, flexibility and adaptability in new situations, all increasingly demanded by employers.

Structure

240 credit points. In addition, all students must complete the mandatory 40 credit point sub-major in Education Studies.

Subjects

  • Biological science
  • Chemistry
  • General science
  • Mathematical science
  • Education studies.

Standard entry requirements

  • Year 12 or equivalent
  • At least 2 of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics required

Recognition

Full accreditation for secondary school teaching in both government and non-government schools in Australia and most other countries. The Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) - Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) is accredited with RACI for normal entry of a graduate to the Chartered Chemist qualification.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Campbelltown International: $144,018 Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
Hawkesbury International: $144,018 Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
Parramatta International: $144,018 Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years

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