University of Canberra Courses

Current registration as a teacher at proficient level or higher with an Australian regulatory authority/registration authority (e.g. TQI, NESA) OR A three-year undergraduate degree in Education or relevant field as approved by the University of Canberra, and at least three years' FTE professional experience in education OR Graduate/Post-Graduate education qualifications as approved by the University of Canberra.

This course is intended for practising teachers, school leaders and other professionals working in fields of education. While there is no specific assumed knowledge required, a familiarity with Australian educational contexts (including schooling contexts) is assumed.

This course is only available to students transferring from other degrees, offered either by the University of Canberra or approved articulation partners. Students will need to be eligible for at least 24 credit points of credit prior to admission. In all other aspects, normal UC admission requirements to an undergraduate course apply.

Basic knowledge and skills in ICT (Information and Communication Technology) and basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

For Work Integrated Learning (WIL), students may require a Working with Vulnerable People card.

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Applicants must have a degree or equivalent as approved by the University.

Applicants with a completed Bachelor's degree in a related/cognate field may be granted credit for 12 credit points of unspecified credit and admission into the 1.5 year (EFTSL) program.

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Applicants must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent as approved by the University Admissions Committee. No teaching experience is required.

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Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: Year 12 ATAR, other Australian Qualification, work experience, overseas qualification.

Year 12 Biology (T)/Human Biology (T), Chemistry (T) and Mathematical Methods (T) or equivalent.

Applications for international students for Semester 1 2024 have closed.

A completed bachelor's degree or postgraduate degree in any discipline with a credit or higher average*.

* Applicants without a degree but with a combination of pre-tertiary qualifications and work experience or professional membership (Equivalent Graduate Status) may apply.

Domestic applicants
Applications from domestic applicants will be accepted on a yearly basis from 1 May of the preceding year and close on 31 December of the preceding year. Applicants who are eligible for an offer will be placed on a waitlist and offers will be released in rounds on the first business day of each month commencing in November. Any applicant who is not successful in the round, will remain on a waitlist for further rounds while vacancies exist.

Limited Commonwealth-supported places (CSPs) are available for this course and will be awarded on academic merit. To be considered for a CSP, please submit your application by 1 December 2023. Eligible applicants will be notified from 15 December 2023. The University will continue to issue fee-paying (FEE) offers until this date, offers for any eligible CSP applicants will be updated accordingly.

International applicants
Applications from international applicants will be accepted on a yearly basis from 1 May of the preceding year and close on 15 October of the preceding year. Applicants who are eligible for an offer will be placed on a waitlist and offers will be released in rounds on the first business day of each month commencing in July. Any applicant who is not successful in the round, will remain on a waitlist for further rounds while vacancies exist.

Offers
Offers will clearly indicate a deadline by which applicants must accept. If the offer is not accepted by this date, it will be rescinded. Offers for this course cannot be deferred.
This course has limited places available. Not all applicants who meet the application deadline and requirements may be successful. Early application is advised.

Postgraduate: applicants must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent as approved by the University.

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Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

All applicants will be required to complete a written statement in response to questions designed to assess their suitability for the teaching profession. Applicants' responses to these questions must be deemed satisfactory for them to be admitted to this course. You can find the questions in the 'resources' section of the online application portal when you are applying. You can upload your responses in PDF format as part of your application. https://www.canberra.edu.au/about-uc/faculties/education/docs/UG-Teacher-Education-questionnaire.pdf

Students must obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Check.

ACT: English & Maths (T with C minimum pass) NSW: Higher School Certificate English & Maths minimum

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree (AQF level 7) or equivalent.

Students who have completed a Certificate in Engagement with International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) may be eligible to receive Credit for 1 unit (3 Credit Points) with relevant work experience into the Engagement Stream.

Alternate entry pathways are available to IAP2 graduates without Bachelor's qualifications in accordance with the Admission (for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework Courses) Procedure.

Please refer to the Faculty of Arts and Design website for full details and instructions. https://www.canberra.edu.au/about-uc/faculties/arts-design/courses/iap2-graduates

In making an offer to an applicant, the University will give consideration to a range of factors including English proficiency, academic record and/or employment experience.

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A completed bachelor degree in a health discipline* or a minimum of five years work experience in the health sector

* Health disciplines include public health, health studies, exercise physiology, exercise science, exercise and sports science, medical science, biomedical science, health science, human movement, physiotherapy, physical therapy, applied science, human biology, medicine, rehabilitation science, human nutrition, occupational therapy, speech pathology, optometry, nursing, midwifery.


Admission to this course is competitive. Applications will be assessed on the basis of academic merit and the number of available places.

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

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