Course

Bachelor of Education (Primary) - AREP mode

Approved Abbreviation: BEd(Prim)AREP

Western Sydney University Course Code: 1598.3

Students should follow the course structure for the course version relevant to the year they commenced. This version applies to students whose commencement year for this course is 2009 - 2014. Version changes may result from units being revised or replaced to ensure students receive an up to date curriculum throughout their studies. Such changes are reflected on the Check My Course Progress page in MySR where you can get the most up to date information for your course. Check your progress and the units you need to complete to help you plan your enrolment.

Units may be revised or replaced to ensure students are provided with up to date curriculum throughout their studies, and this may result in a new course version. Refer to the Check My Course Progress page in MySR for the most up to date information for your course.

Commencement Year 2007 and 2008 - 1598.2 Bachelor of Education (Primary) - AREP mode

Commencement Year 2004 to 2006 - 1598.1 Bachelor of Education (Primary) - AREP mode

The Bachelor of Education (Primary - AREP) is a primary teaching qualification available only to Australian Indigenous students. It is specifically designed to prepare teachers with understandings, skills and commitment to improving the educational outcomes for Indigenous students and their communities. It is offered on Bankstown campus in a block release mode which requires students to attend four residential schools per year, each lasting approximately two weeks. Successful students will graduate with a Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree. Major studies are available in the areas of content and curriculum studies, diversity studies, foundational studies, educational studies, professional studies and experiences. Minor studies are available in the areas of creative and practical arts, English and literacy, human society and its environment, mathematics, personal development health and physical education, science and technology, information and communication technologies for teaching and learning, psychology, sociology, teaching children with special needs, teaching English as a Second Language. Practice teaching and other field experiences will be undertaken in a variety of educational settings including small and large schools, rural (home-community based) and urban. Career opportunities include primary school teachers (K-6 in government and non-government sectors), education field officers in a variety of industries including sport, welfare, community education, training and development facilities in industry (hospitality, banking, government departments).

Study Mode
Five years full-time. The course will be offered in a block mode incorporating classes on Bankstown campus and study away from campus. Students may be eligible for tutorial assistance in their home towns.

Accreditation
Graduates are qualified to teach Kindergarten to Year 6 (K-6) in government and non-government primary schools in Australia and most other countries. This course is accredited with the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES).

Inherent requirements

There are inherent requirements for this course that you must meet in order to complete your course and graduate. Make sure you read and understand the requirements for this course online

Inherent Requirements

Admission

For admission to this course, students are required to be Indigenous Australians. Students must satisfactorily complete numeracy and literacy assessments, as well as a suitability interview. Students must also attain Band 4 achievement in HSC level English and Mathematics or equivalence through the duration of their studies.

Application for the course is via the UWS Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education Alternative Entry Program (BAEP). Students who apply via UAC will be referred to the BAEP application process. The BAEP includes testing of English and Mathematics, literacy and an interview. Contact the Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education on 1800 032 923 for further information.

Badanami Alternative Entry Program is a Western Sydney University initiative aimed at increasing Indigenous participation in undergraduate programs across all areas of study at the university. To apply for the Badanami Alternative Entry Program complete the application form.

Badanami Direct Application Form

Badanami Alternative Entry Scheme

http://www.uws.edu.au/indigenous_edu/education/access/pathways

Send your completed application form, along with any required supporting documentation, to:

Western Sydney University Admissions Unit, Locked Bag 1797. Penrith South DC NSW 1797.

Applications open early August and close end of December.

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local and International applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.

http://www.uac.edu.au/

For more detailed admission advice, or if you would like help to complete the application, please contact UWS on freecall 1300 897 669.

Special Requirements Prerequisites
Before enrolling students must have submitted a Prohibited Employment Declaration prior to 1 June 2010 OR a Working with Children Check Student Declaration after 1 June 2010.

Course Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 320 credit points including the units listed in the recommended sequence below.

Recommended Sequence

Full-time

Year 1

1H session

900000

University Study Skills (AREP)

101510

Indigenous Cultural Texts in Education (AREP)

101504

Numeracy for Teaching (AREP)