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About Bachelor Of Education (secondary Teaching) (weds01) in Charles Darwin University

This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.

About the Course

If you are a good communicator, love having fun with children and are passionate about sharing a love of learning - then this is the course for you! As a secondary school teacher, you are responsible for educating and guiding students as they prepare for the real world.

This course focuses on the skills and knowledge needed to teach in high schools in line with the Australian National Curriculum. It meets both the national and local need for teachers committed to improving educational outcomes for all children and young adults. It emphasizes:

Indigenous perspectives

The school curriculum

Contemporary approaches to issues in education such as inclusivity

Child and adolescent development

Promoting positive behavior

Improving the teaching-learning relationship in the classroom

Raising awareness of issues surrounding indigenous education and developing an informed, evidence-based approach to learning and teaching in secondary school settings.

You will have a choice to specialize in a variety of secondary teaching areas including:

Mathematics

Music

Health and physical education

Science

Humanities

Visual arts

Digital technology

Languages

Indigenous knowledge’s etc

The coursework is a mixture of discipline-specific curriculum and pedagogical studies, general education studies and professional experience.

Course Structure

A candidate must successfully complete units totaling 320 credit points (cp), including 2 common units, 10 core units, and 18 specialist electives units.

Within the specialist electives, students select a first teaching area (major) (totaling 110 credit points - with exception of Health and Physical Education) and second teaching area (minor) (totaling 60 credit points) from the following areas:

Biology; Chemistry; Chinese; English; Environmental Science; Geography; Greek; Health and Physical Education; History; Indigenous Knowledge; Indigenous Languages; Indonesian; Information Technology; Legal Studies; Mathematics; Music; or Visual Arts.

The minimum academic entry requirements for admissions to undergraduate degree is the completion of a qualification deemed equivalent to Australian Year 12 by the University's qualification assessment references. Applicants may also be required to satisfy specific course requirements such as a minimum overall grade score or prerequisite knowledge.

IELTS Academic Module - A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0; Australian Technology and Management College (ATMC) - Successful completion of English for Academic Purposes (EAP). Students will be required to sit an exit test on completion and achieve a score equivalent to IELTS overall 6.0; Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) - A minimum overall score of 169 with no skill below 169; Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency - A minimum overall grade of B2; Navitas Academic English - A minimum overall pass and 55% in Academic English; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module - A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50; TOEFL Internet based Test (iBT) - A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.

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Charles Darwin University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The tuition fees and other expenses at Charles Darwin University (CDU) can vary depending on the program and level of study. Here are some general estimates of the average tuition fees and other expenses for international students:

1. Tuition fees: The annual tuition fees for international students can range from AUD 24,000 to AUD 39,000 depending on the program and level of study. Some programs, such as medicine, may have higher tuition fees.

2. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): International students are required to have health insurance while studying in Australia. The cost of OSHC can range from AUD 500 to AUD 2,000 per year depending on the level of cover.

3. Accommodation: The cost of accommodation can vary depending on the type and location of the accommodation. On-campus accommodation can range from AUD 230 to AUD 350 per week, while off-campus accommodation can range from AUD 150 to AUD 500 per week.

4. Living expenses: The cost of living in Darwin can vary depending on the lifestyle and spending habits of the student. A rough estimate of living expenses, including food, transportation, and other expenses, is around AUD 18,000 to AUD 20,000 per year.

It is important to note that these are only estimates and the actual expenses may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the student. Make sure to check CDU's website for the specific tuition fees and other expenses for your chosen program.

For reference, the cost breakdown is shown below:

• For college students in Darwin and Sydney, the cost of living may be different. Below is an estimate for both places as a guide:

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