Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education (Primary)

Teaching is a rewarding career choice for those who enjoy being part of children's development.

The professional skills learned will be valued by the community and will bring teachers into contact with people of all ages.

Teachers are members of one of the largest professions of our society.

The degree will give students the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to become a successful primary teacher, with a primary teaching specialisation as mandated by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL), in English/Literacy in the Inclusive Classroom.

Students are encouraged to be independent learners who are able to adapt efficiently and constructively to meet the changes which occur in the teaching profession.

Course Aims

The Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education (Primary) aims to provide graduates with:(i) an accredited professional qualification meeting the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) for initial teacher education programs, and ensuring all graduates meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers at the Graduate Career Stage; and(ii) UNE Graduate attributes, as detailed below.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: know their students and how students learn; know their subject/content and how to teach that content to their students; plan for and implement effective teaching and learning for all students across the range of abilities; create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments, including for students with special needs; assess, provide feedback and report on student learning; continually improve by engaging in professional learning; and continually engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community.

Graduate Attributes

Knowledge of a Discipline Graduates will have the broad and coherent knowledge to effectively plan and deliver education in primary school settings. They will understand the cultural contexts and global perspectives of schooling in general and special and inclusive education in particular, and the diversity of the student population. They will be able to demonstrate intercultural competence by responding flexibly to the needs of students, colleagues, families and community members. Communication Skills Graduates will be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, colleagues, parents and other stakeholders. Problem Solving Graduates will be able to exercise critical thinking, intellectual independence and judgement in identifying and solving problems encountered in primary school settings. Information Literacy Graduates will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of digital resources and tools and their safe, legal and ethical use, and be able to apply this knowledge in primary school settings. Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility Graduates will have developed responsibility for others and will understand that their personal beliefs and actions impinge on and have a lasting effect on others. They will demonstrate this through ethical conduct and by being sensitive and responsive to the needs of children, colleagues, families and the community. Lifelong Learning Graduates will understand the importance of life-long learning and will be equipped with the skills to pursue professional and personal development. Independence and Collaboration Graduates will be able to work independently and collaboratively with others to achieve educational and professional goals; they will have an understanding of cooperative learning and the need for personal accountability in achieving collaborative outcomes.