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Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies)
Indigenous students will qualify for a teaching career in two of the following secondary school subjects: literature, history, indigenous studies, society and culture, or religious education.
This course has been developed to meet the specific needs of indigenous students.
Summary
This course is not available for international students except in limited cases.
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Course Duration |
5 years full-time or equivalent part-time. | |
Deferment |
Deferment is available for two years. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information |
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Important Note on Fees |
All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually. | |
Credit Points |
320 |
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Eligibility |
An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.
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How to Apply |
Apply via Direct Application below. | |
Direct Applications |
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Description
This course is designed for Indigenous students intending to become teachers in secondary schools and provides specialist training for those intending to work within schools and communities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. The course facilitates the development of reflective, educated, culturally aware and responsive individuals, able to function effectively as beginning teachers in the context of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education, and committed to their continuing professional learning. It also supports the retention of indigenous students in secondary schools, especially through fostering support roles.
This course is based upon a set of underlying themes which include social justice, change and social analysis. These themes address issues related to indigenous students in secondary schools and are integral to the educative approach which has been developed to meet the specific needs of these students. This course uses an educational methodology which has been developed in cognisance of participants current skills and needs. The methodology will also develop the participants skills to work with students to maximise their educational potential in an environment of marginalisation.
The course has as its foundation the conviction that the quality of education in a society is closely associated with the preparation of teachers. Their professional expertise, attitudes and values equip them to develop in others sound knowledge, skills and ideals and a capacity and readiness to undertake responsibility in the community. The course emphasises the quality of education given to students in schools depends on teachers being prepared to meet the challenge of continued growth in knowledge, accelerating technological development, social change and heightened community expectations.
Graduates of this course are eligible for employment in both government and non-government schools.
This course is offered in mixed mode. Students are required to attend two compulsory residential schools on campus each semester and to complete course work and assignments within their home communities. Online support is provided between residential schools and academic support is available to students who require it through the Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (ITAS). Professional experience is also a compulsory component of this course and is taken in block-periods that extend from 1 to 10 weeks during each year of enrolment.Contacts for Future Students
Domestic Students 
- Enquiries
- 1300 ASK ACU (1300 275 228)
- E-mail: futurestudents@acu.edu.au
