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Bachelor of Inclusive Education and Disability Studies

Qualify with a holistic view of disability and the social structures that influence learning and development for people with a disability. This includes theoretical frameworks for understanding disability, social justice and empowerment, advocacy, influence of disability on learning, social dynamics and positive behaviour support. This is one of the few opportunities you have to take a university course in this area.


Summary

Domestic Students

wishing to commence in 2010

International Students

Available at these campuses

  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW

Course Duration

3 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

3 years full-time

Deferment

Deferment is available for two years. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery mode

  • On Campus
  • On Campus

Commencement date

  • Semester 1 - February

View available dates

Course Costs

  • Average first year fee: $5310 Commonwealth Supported (indicative only)
  • Unit Fee: $1805.
  • Average first year fee: $14440.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $43320.

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.

Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

Credit Points

240

240

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

International Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.
Apply to UAC.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:

Assumed knowledge: Completion of HSC.

Additional selection criteria: Applicants with experience working in community-based organisations which provide a service to people with a disability are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants require the equivalent of Australian Year 12 certificate and an overall academic IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.0 in all sub-tests).

How to Apply

NSW & ACT
Apply through UAC
International Students Apply Now
International students undertaking an Australian Year 12 qualification should apply through the relevant tertiary admissions centre:
NSW & ACT
Apply through UAC

Description

This course provides the opportunity for students to prepare for a career in disability or human service management. It also provides a pathway to school teaching qualifications and special education.

Contemporary understanding of disability acknowledges the rights of people with a disability to be full and participating members of society. Many people with a disability, particularly those with learning and intellectual disabilities require either episodic or lifelong supports to take their rightful place in society. The course aims to develop graduates skills to empower people with disabilities through inclusive education and development supports.

The course consists of units that encompass a holistic view of disability and the social structures that influence learning and development for people with a disability. This includes theoretical frameworks for understanding disability, social justice and empowerment, advocacy, influence of disability on learning, social dynamics and positive behaviour support.

Students will have the opportunity to tailor the course to their particular interest areas through the selection of topics of interest in assessment tasks, fieldwork components and the selection of specialisation units.

The majority of assessments are assignment or project-based which facilitates the development of interest areas and the integration of practice and theory components

Graduates may also apply for entry into the Master of Teaching course at ACU. They may also apply for entry into a range of postgraduate courses.


Other Prerequisites to Undertaking this Course

Students accepting a place in this course are required to participate in a number of professional placements throughout their program. In order to participate in professional experience it is the responsibility of each student to ensure that they are able to successfully complete the child protection screening required in their state. A Working with Children Check is compulsory for each student. This enables participation in compulsory professional placement, a requirement for course completion.


English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.5
Students seeking a pathway through this course to a postgraduate classroom teaching degree should note that entrance to the post-graduate preservice degree requires a score of at least 7.0 in each of the IELTS bands.


Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder

International Students


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