Overview
The Bachelor of Education (Honours) is a 48 UOC (one year equivalent) advanced undergraduate degree for high achieving students which may be taken upon completion of an undergraduate pass degree in Education. The focus of the Honours year is on the further development of analytical and research skills, deepening of … For more content click the Read More button below.
The aims of the BEd (Hons) are:
To further develop the knowledge and skills acquired by students in a specific area of education in the BEd (AQF Level 7). In particular, to inculcate higher-order research skills in critical thinking, reflection and analysis.To understand educational research methods and approaches and their assumptions, and to apply them in research.To deepen disciplinary-specific knowledge and to understand its theoretical frameworks and contexts of application, and to apply such knowledge while considering, where appropriate, interdisciplinary perspectives, and historical and comparative frameworks.To appreciate the place of ethics in education and to interrogate disciplinary frameworks, assumptions and processes in light of ethical values.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate cognitive skills that review, analyse, consolidate and synthesize knowledge in education
2.
Identify and formulate solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
3.
Demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in education
4.
Demonstrate an ability to adapt knowledge and skills in education in diverse contexts
5.
Demonstrate initiative and judgment in scholarship in education
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Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice in education and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
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Demonstrate communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas on education to a variety of audiences
8.
Construct a research project on education that demonstrates technical skills in research and design
9.
Construct a research project on education that demonstrates critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
10.
Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in education, and knowledge of educational research principles and methods
Program Structure48 Units of Credit:
Students must complete 48 UOC as a standalone program.
- Coursework (18 UOC)
- Thesis/Research project (30 UOC)
Core Courses
You must take 18 UOC of the following courses:
Thesis or Project
You must take 30 UOC of the following courses:
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
Program Requirements
Progression Requirements
Pathways
Post Graduate
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1970 - Education
Doctor of Education - EdD1975 - Education
Master of Education - MEd2354 - Education
Recognition of Achievement
University Medal
Honours Classes
Additional Information
Further Information
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Program Fees
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