Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary and VET)

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Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary and VET)

  • Objectives This program is a double degree enabling students to qualify as professional physicists or teachers with specialisation in secondary education. It provides students with the opportunity to develop as professional teachers through a comprehensive tertiary program and extensive practical experience in schools and the community. This program enables pre-service teachers to prepare themselves to teach a range of secondary school subjects including: * Physics to year 12; * Multi-strand Science to year 12; * Science to year 10; * Mathematics to year 12. Subject areas are offered depending on availability of discipline studies in that area and education staff to teach the curriculum area.
  • Practical experience 100 days of embedded professional practice with a practising teacher
  • Entry requirements Domestic - Prerequisites: English, Maths B, Physics.
  • Academic title Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary and VET)
  • Course description
    About Applied Physics/Learning Management

    The Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary) program is dedicated to the graduation of industry-ready and futures oriented educators. Students are supported by industry-experienced educators – trained to mentor students.

    Students explore personal development through self-understanding and expression, as well as the theoretical foundations of education.  Academic development and the practical application of teaching skills are also a focal point in learning management programs.

    The Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary) program was designed for those who want to combine their passion for physics with an education degree, so that they may become fully qualified physics, science and mathematics teachers in a secondary school.

    Note: It is now a requirement of the Commission for Children and Young People that all university students and other volunteers in schools undergo a criminal history check. Therefore it will be necessary for all commencing students to apply for a ‘Suitability Blue Card’ through a nominated person at each campus. The ‘Suitability Blue Card’ remains current for two years.

    Career Opportunities

    Graduates with a double degree have access to other career possibilities outside their primary discipline and are highly attractive to potential employers.  The Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary) program is for those who aim to pursue a career as a high school teacher with a specialisation in physics, science and mathematical areas.  Graduates also have the same opportunities for pursuing careers in physics as those completing the Bachelor of Applied Physics degree (see CA02).

    Graduates are qualified to teach in high schools from Year 8 to 12. Graduates are eligible to apply for teaching positions with employers including Education Queensland, Catholic Education and independent schools.


    Program Structure

    Students must complete 38 courses/228 units of credit.

     The Physics strand of the Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary) has come from the Bachelor of Applied Physics program.  Students in the double degree program selecting Level 3/4 applied science courses are advised to do so in consultation with the Program Advisor.

    4 compulsory courses at Level 1
    Course Code     Course Name
    MATH11163     Mathematics IA
    MATH11164     Mathematics IB
    PHYS11184     Engineering Physics A
    PHYS11185     Engineering Physics B

    6 compulsory courses at Level 2
    Course Code     Course Name
    MATH12171     Differential Equations
    MATH12172     Multivariable Calculus
    PHYS12073     Introduction to Modern Physics
    PHYS12075     Optics
    PHYS12076     Properties of Materials
    At least 8 courses at Level 3/4
    Course Code     Course Name

    3 compulsory courses
    PHYS13071     Quantum Physics
    PHYS13072     Solid State Physics
    PHYS13193     Oscillations and Waves

    5 courses selected from:
    PHYG12003     Geological Science
    PHYG13004     Earth Science
    PHYS12074     Concepts of Astronomy
    PHYS13068     Acoustics and Vibrations
    PHYS13194     Modern Optics
    PHYS13192     Stars, Planets & Galaxies

        * Plus 2 courses of mathematics.

    Students are advised to select courses in consultation with Dr Richard Metcalfe (ph: +61 7 4930 9628).  Some courses may not be offered in a particular year.
    New students are advised to enrol in
    Course Code     Course Name

    Year 1 - T1
    PHYS11184     Engineering Physics A
    MATH11163     Mathematics IA
    EDED11353     Learning Management 1
    One other course     

    Year 1 - T2
    PHYS11185     Engineering Physics B
    MATH11164     Mathematics IB
    EDED11355     Futures
    One other course     
    Students are advised to select physics courses in consultation with Dr Richard Metcalfe (ph: +61 7 4930 9628).  Some courses may not be offered in a particular year.

     
    Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary)
    Course Code     Course Name
    Year 1 - T1
    EDED11353     Learning Management 1
    Year 1 - T2
    EDED11355     Futures
    Year 2 - T1
    EDVT11004     Adolescent & Adult Education
    Year 2 - T2
    EDED11398     Learning Management 2
    EDFE11036     Embedded Professional Learning 1 (Secondary)
    Year 2 - T3
    EDED12346     Positive Learning Environments
    Year 3 - T1
    EDED11356     Learning Management 3
    EDED11400     Managing Diversity
    Year 3 - T2
    EDFE12036     Embedded Professional Learning 2 (Secondary)
    EDSE11006     Middle Phase Pedagogy
    EDSE12016     Middle Phase Pedagogy 2
    Year 3 - T3
    EDFE13031     Embedded Professional Learning 3 (Secondary)
    EDVT10020     Assessment & Reporting in Sec/VET
    Year 4 - T1
    EDSE12013     Senior Phase Pedagogy
    EDSE12017     Senior Phase Pedagogy 2
    Year 4 - T2
    EDED11403     The Entrepreneurial Professional
    EDFE13027     Embedded Professional Learning 5 - Internship
    EDFE14019     Embedded Professional Learning 4 (Secondary)
    Note: Students intending to apply for teaching positions in the private sector may be required to show evidence of studies in religion.
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