Fast facts
Course type: Undergraduate degree
Course length: 4 years
Location: On campus
2013 Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): 73.85
Guaranteed entry ATAR: 80.00
TAFElink: Advanced Diploma or above
Bonus points: Science and Maths, SEAS, RISAS
International students: Entry and English requirements
Course overview
The Bachelor of Education (Middle and Secondary Schooling) / Bachelor of Science allows you to become an effective teacher in middle or secondary school.
In the first 2 years all studentsvundertake a common program of study and then choose either the Middle Schooling Strand (Years 6 - 10) or the Secondary Schooling Strand (Years 8 - 12).
This double degree gives you the broad foundation in science necessary to provide future students with the high levels of scientific, mathematical and technological literacy.
As a student teacher with professional experience placements in a middle and secondary school environment you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge with students , teachers and educational staff.
What will I study?
Refer to the course rule.
What is Education?
Education encompasses teaching and learning specific skills, and something less tangible but more profound: the imparting of knowledge, positive judgment and well-developed wisdom.
Why study Education at Flinders?
Our education courses:
- allow you to complete a double degree in 4 years
- provide specialised options for those who wish to teach at different levels within the education system
- prepare students to become effective and appropriately skilled teachers
- open a wider range of career options than conventional teaching programs
- promote a socially just, democratic and ecologically sustainable world.
Professional Recognition/Membership
Successful completion of this program provides a recognised academic qualification which will enable graduates to apply for teacher registration in South Australia and some overseas countries.
Career opportunities
Study a language
Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of 1 extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.
Entry requirements
Prerequisities: None
Domestic students: You can qualify for undergraduate courses through: year 12 qualifications, adult entry (STAT/Bridging Program), TAFE/VET qualification, higher education transfers. Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes. Refer to undergraduate study applications.
International students: Entry and English requirements
Additional requirements: All students must have cleared a police check before they can undertake their compulsory practice teaching.
Applications and annual fees
| Domestic students | |
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| SATAC code: | 224011 |
| Mid year entry: | Yes (part-time only) |
| Applications: | SATAC Uniweb |
| Annual fees: | Place type: Commonwealth-supported $7,643 |
| International students | |
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| CRICOS code: | 071850C |
| Mid year entry: | No |
| Applications: | How to apply |
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Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
Credit transfer
Refer to credit transfer for further information.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Education (Middle and Secondary Schooling) / Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Education (Middle and Secondary Schooling) / Bachelor of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Education (Middle and Secondary/Special Education) / Disability Studies
Further study options
- Refer to Postgraduate courses - Education
Course brochures
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Education (PDF 971KB) |
| International students |
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| eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus |

