Fast facts

Course type: Undergraduate degree 
Course length (full-time equivalent): 4 years 
Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR):The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) (previously known as Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER)) and cut-off scores will vary from year to year.71.90
Location: On campus 
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.

Further information...

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.

Career opportunities

What can I do with my Bachelor of Education (Middle and Secondary Schooling), Bachelor of Science degree?

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

Domestic studentsWho are domestic students?

International studentsWho are international students?

Prerequisites: None Prerequisites: None 
You can qualify for undergraduate courses through:
  • year 12 qualifications
  • adult entry (STAT/Bridging Program)
  • TAFE/VET qualifications
  • higher education transfers.

Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes.

Refer to undergraduate study applications

English language requirements
Additional requirements:All students must have cleared a police check before they can undertake their compulsory practice teaching. Additional requirements:All students must have cleared a police check before they can undertake their compulsory practice teaching.

Languages other than English (LOTE) bonus points

LOTE Bonus Points are available to students who have studied an approved language other than English subject in Year 12. Applicants will receive a maximum of two bonus points for LOTE subjects, regardless of the number of LOTE subjects studied.  For further information refer to Languages other than English (LOTE) bonus points.

Applications

Domestic students 

International students 

SATAC code: 224011CRICOS code: 071850C
Mid-year entry:Information on mid-year entry Mid year entry may be available for this degree. Please contact the University for advice.Mid-year entry:Information on mid-year entryMid year entry may be available for this degree. Please contact the University for advice.
Apply through: SATAC Uniweb  Apply through: International Office  

Credit transfer

Refer to credit transfer for further information.

Annual fees

Place type

Domestic students 

International students 

Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount What is a Commonwealth supported place?  $5,182
N/A 
Full fee paying N/A$19,800

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?How are these fees calculated?

Related courses

Further study options

Publications

Domestic students 

International students 

Education (PDF 1MB) eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus

Contact

School of Education
Tel:(08) 8201 2441
Email: eduinfo@flinders.edu.au

General domestic students information

Web: Prospective students

Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au

General international students information

Web: International students

Enquiries: Ask Flinders