Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary and VET)
ObjectivesThis program is a double degree enabling students to qualify as professional physicists or teachers with specialisation in secondary education. It provides students with the opportunity to develop as professional teachers through a comprehensive tertiary program and extensive practical experience in schools and the community. This program enables pre-service teachers to prepare themselves to teach a range of secondary school subjects including: * Physics to year 12; * Multi-strand Science to year 12; * Science to year 10; * Mathematics to year 12. Subject areas are offered depending on availability of discipline studies in that area and education staff to teach the curriculum area.
Practical experience100 days of embedded professional practice with a practising teacher
Academic titleBachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary and VET)
Course description
About Applied Physics/Learning Management
The Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary) program is dedicated to the graduation of industry-ready and futures oriented educators. Students are supported by industry-experienced educators – trained to mentor students.
Students explore personal development through self-understanding and expression, as well as the theoretical foundations of education. Academic development and the practical application of teaching skills are also a focal point in learning management programs.
The Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary) program was designed for those who want to combine their passion for physics with an education degree, so that they may become fully qualified physics, science and mathematics teachers in a secondary school.
Note: It is now a requirement of the Commission for Children and Young People that all university students and other volunteers in schools undergo a criminal history check. Therefore it will be necessary for all commencing students to apply for a ‘Suitability Blue Card’ through a nominated person at each campus. The ‘Suitability Blue Card’ remains current for two years.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a double degree have access to other career possibilities outside their primary discipline and are highly attractive to potential employers. The Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary) program is for those who aim to pursue a career as a high school teacher with a specialisation in physics, science and mathematical areas. Graduates also have the same opportunities for pursuing careers in physics as those completing the Bachelor of Applied Physics degree (see CA02).
Graduates are qualified to teach in high schools from Year 8 to 12. Graduates are eligible to apply for teaching positions with employers including Education Queensland, Catholic Education and independent schools.
Program Structure
Students must complete 38 courses/228 units of credit.
The Physics strand of the Bachelor of Applied Physics/Bachelor of Learning Management(Secondary) has come from the Bachelor of Applied Physics program. Students in the double degree program selecting Level 3/4 applied science courses are advised to do so in consultation with the Program Advisor.
4 compulsory courses at Level 1
Course Code Course Name
MATH11163 Mathematics IA
MATH11164 Mathematics IB
PHYS11184 Engineering Physics A
PHYS11185 Engineering Physics B
6 compulsory courses at Level 2
Course Code Course Name
MATH12171 Differential Equations
MATH12172 Multivariable Calculus
PHYS12073 Introduction to Modern Physics
PHYS12075 Optics
PHYS12076 Properties of Materials
At least 8 courses at Level 3/4
Course Code Course Name
3 compulsory courses
PHYS13071 Quantum Physics
PHYS13072 Solid State Physics
PHYS13193 Oscillations and Waves
5 courses selected from:
PHYG12003 Geological Science
PHYG13004 Earth Science
PHYS12074 Concepts of Astronomy
PHYS13068 Acoustics and Vibrations
PHYS13194 Modern Optics
PHYS13192 Stars, Planets & Galaxies
* Plus 2 courses of mathematics.
Students are advised to select courses in consultation with Dr Richard Metcalfe (ph: +61 7 4930 9628). Some courses may not be offered in a particular year.
New students are advised to enrol in
Course Code Course Name
Year 1 - T1
PHYS11184 Engineering Physics A
MATH11163 Mathematics IA
EDED11353 Learning Management 1
One other course
Year 1 - T2
PHYS11185 Engineering Physics B
MATH11164 Mathematics IB
EDED11355 Futures
One other course
Students are advised to select physics courses in consultation with Dr Richard Metcalfe (ph: +61 7 4930 9628). Some courses may not be offered in a particular year.
Bachelor of Learning Management (Secondary)
Course Code Course Name
Year 1 - T1
EDED11353 Learning Management 1
Year 1 - T2
EDED11355 Futures
Year 2 - T1
EDVT11004 Adolescent & Adult Education
Year 2 - T2
EDED11398 Learning Management 2
EDFE11036 Embedded Professional Learning 1 (Secondary)
Year 2 - T3
EDED12346 Positive Learning Environments
Year 3 - T1
EDED11356 Learning Management 3
EDED11400 Managing Diversity
Year 3 - T2
EDFE12036 Embedded Professional Learning 2 (Secondary)
EDSE11006 Middle Phase Pedagogy
EDSE12016 Middle Phase Pedagogy 2
Year 3 - T3
EDFE13031 Embedded Professional Learning 3 (Secondary)
EDVT10020 Assessment & Reporting in Sec/VET
Year 4 - T1
EDSE12013 Senior Phase Pedagogy
EDSE12017 Senior Phase Pedagogy 2
Year 4 - T2
EDED11403 The Entrepreneurial Professional
EDFE13027 Embedded Professional Learning 5 - Internship
EDFE14019 Embedded Professional Learning 4 (Secondary)
Note: Students intending to apply for teaching positions in the private sector may be required to show evidence of studies in religion.