Bachelor of Education (Secondary) / Bachelor of Science
with a major in Biochemistry – Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
Selected major: Biochemistry
Study the molecules of life and the fundamental nature of matter in terms of molecules, reactions and properties. Examine how biochemical knowledge can be applied to a range of industries and medical investigations, focusing on skills such as culturing microorganisms and investigating complex molecules such as enzymes and DNA.
Students who select Biochemistry as a major may not select Biotechnology as a second major.
The Bachelor of Education (Secondary)/Bachelor of Science offers a teaching qualification with the ability to teach science disciplines. Students engage in innovative approaches to teaching and learning in a secondary school. Students also learn to reflect on the social, ethical and professional expectations that the rise of technology brings to the classroom and to the nature of learning. The degree includes three work placements at a secondary school (80 days in total).
This degree is professionally accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
VTAC code
- 3400210331 (CSP)
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning and professional recognition.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) / Bachelor of Science requires students to complete units of study to the value of 400 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
Prior to completing 200 credit points of study, students must pass national literacy and numeracy tests. Find out more about the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students, including associated costs.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Concepts of Biology | BIO10001 | 12.5 |
| Either Chemistry 1 - Students who have obtained at least 20 in VCE Units 3 and 4 Chemistry (or equivalent) will not be required to complete CHE10004 Introduction to Chemistry but must enrol in CHE10001 Chemsitry 1. | CHE10001 | 12.5 |
| or Introduction to Chemistry | CHE10004 | 12.5 |
| Understanding Theories of Teaching, Learning & Development | EDU10020 | 12.5 |
| Transformative Technologies in Education | EDU10021 | 12.5 |
| Teaching for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | EDU10022 | 12.5 |
| Either Preliminary Mathematics - Students who have obtained at least 20 in VCE Units 3 and 4 Mathematical Methods (or equivalent) will not be required to complete MTH00007 Preliminary Mathematics, but should complete an alternative unit being STA10003 | MTH00007 | 12.5 |
| or Foundations of Statistics | STA10003 | 12.5 |
| or Digital and Data Systems - Students studying a major or minor in Applied Mathematics or Physics should select ENG10004 Digital and Data Systems. | ENG10004 | 12.5 |
| Either Introduction to Physics - Students without VCE Units 3 and 4 Physics and are not intending to take a Physics Major can choose either PHY10001 or PHY10002. Please note PHY10002 is not specifically for Aviation students even though the name may reflect this. | PHY10002 | 12.5 |
| or Energy and Motion - Students who have obtained at least 20 in VCE Units 3 and 4 Physics (or equivalent)and /or will be studying towards a Physics major must complete PHY10001. | PHY10001 | 12.5 |
| Understanding Indigenous Education & Perspectives | EDU20021 | 12.5 |
| Literacy and Numeracy Across the Curriculum | EDU20022 | 12.5 |
| Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy 1 * | EDU20051 | 25 |
| Understanding Behaviour for Classroom Practice | EDU20052 | 12.5 |
| Research Methods for Teachers * | EDU30031 | 12.5 |
| Innovation and Research Methods for Education * | EDU30033 | 12.5 |
| Secondary Curriculum and Pedagogy 2 * | EDU30060 | 25 |
| Educational Leadership and Policy * | EDU30061 | 12.5 |
| Assessment and Data | EDU30065 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Placement for Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
3 units (37.5 credit points)
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Experience 1 | EDU10023 | 12.5 |
| Professional Experience 2 | EDU20023 | 12.5 |
| Professional Experience 3 (Ready to Teach) * | EDU30032 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Selected major: Biochemistry
Study the molecules of life and the fundamental nature of matter in terms of molecules, reactions and properties. Examine how biochemical knowledge can be applied to a range of industries and medical investigations, focusing on skills such as culturing microorganisms and investigating complex molecules such as enzymes and DNA.
Students who select Biochemistry as a major may not select Biotechnology as a second major.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Concepts of Biotechnology | BIO10003 | 12.5 |
| Chemistry 2 | CHE10002 | 12.5 |
| Essential Mathematics | MTH10010 | 12.5 |
| Biochemistry of Genes and Proteins * | BCH20001 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Biochemistry | BCH20002 | 12.5 |
| Advanced Biochemistry * | BCH30003 | 12.5 |
| Computational and Advanced Organic Chemistry | CHE30006 | 12.5 |
| Environmental Biology * | ENV30001 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Other studies
4 units (50 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 50 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides additional opportunities for you to gain valuable skills and real industry experience in the form of placements, internships or study tours - all while earning credit towards your degree.
Choose a Work Integrated Learning option:
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 12 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement co-major has four 25 credit point units.
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You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 6 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement minor has two 25 credit point units.
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A Professional Internship is all about gaining valuable real-world skills in your area of study all while earning credit points towards your degree. Plus, it looks great on your CV as it shows you’ve had real industry experience before you’ve even graduated!
You might choose to complete your internship part-time over a semester or in a more intensive block during Summer or Winter terms.
Travel overseas, discover other cultures, enrich your professional experience and enhance your CV all while gaining credit towards your course.
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) will be able to:
- show initiative and judgement when making decisions or solving problems and have broad and coherent knowledge of secondary aged students and how they learn
- critically review theory and practice, and have broad and coherent knowledge of specific secondary school content areas within the Australian context
- show initiative and judgment to plan for, and implement, effective teaching and learning in diverse contexts with the capacity to solve problems with intellectual independence
- adapt knowledge and skills to critically analyse information in diverse contexts, and to create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
- assess, provide feedback and report on student learning using clear and coherent communication with the ability to critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise assessment information
- demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning to identify, engage in and apply professional learning, individually and in collaboration with others
- engage professionally with colleagues, families and students, and the communication skills to present clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas.
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Science will be able to:
- articulate the methods of science, explain why current scientific knowledge is both contestable and testable by further inquiry and explain the role and relevance of science in society
- exhibit depth and breadth of scientific knowledge by demonstrating well-developed knowledge in at least one science disciplinary area
- critically analyse and solve scientific problems by evaluating information from a range of sources, designing and planning an investigation, selecting and applying practical and theoretical techniques for that investigation and collecting, recording, interpreting and drawing conclusions from scientific data
- effectively communicate science by presenting information or arguments, to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes using a variety of modes
- adopt ownership of their own learning and scientific work by being independent and self-directed learners, working effectively and safely in an individual or team context, demonstrating knowledge of the regulatory framework relevant to the disciplinary area and practising ethical conduct.
Professional recognition
Graduates will be eligible for provisional registration by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) as secondary teachers, and by reciprocal arrangements with teacher education authorities in other states, they are eligible for provisional registration in all Australian states and territories.
Fees
Find out more about fees.
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.