1. Welcome to the Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Program Information Session | Semester 2, 2019
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2. Acknowledgement of Country
On behalf of the University of Newcastle I respectfully acknowledge the traditional custodians: the Pambalong clan of the Awabakal people on whose traditional land this Callaghan campus of The University of Newcastle is located and pay my respects to elders past, present and emerging.

3. Program Convenor
The Program Convenor is the academic staff member with overall responsibility for the management and quality of your program. Contact me for advice on academic matters, including career advice and course recommendations to suit your interests and study plans.
Dr Narelle Eather
Phone: (02) Office Location: HPE310
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4. Deputy Program Convenor
The Deputy Program Convenor assists the Program Convenor with academic matters.
Dr Adam Lloyd (Science, Mathematics, Technology)
Phone: Office location: HA99
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5. Deputy Program Convenor
The Deputy Program Convenor assists the Program Convenor with academic matters.
Dr Nick Riley (Health & Physical Education)
Phone: Office location: HPE311
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6. Deputy Program Convenor
The Deputy Program Convenor assists the Program Convenor with academic matters.
Dr Heather Sharp (Humanities & Visual Arts)
Heather
Phone: Office location: HA121
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7. Deputy Program Convenor
The Deputy Program Convenor assists the Program Convenor with academic matters.
Dr Rachel Burke (Humanities & Visual Arts)
Phone: Office location: HA79
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8. Program Advisor and Student Advisor
Course Coordinator
A  Course Coordinator is responsible for organising one or more individual courses (subjects).
You will have a different Course Coordinator for each course you are enrolled in, and examples of areas for which they are responsible include course content, adverse circumstances, and grades.
Program Advisor and Student Advisor
A Program Advisor has thorough knowledge of a degree program. Your Program Advisor can help you ensure that you are following the requirements and structure of your degree program. You should contact your Program Advisor if you have any administrative enquiries about your degree.
Student Advisors are part of the Student Advice Team and are located in Student Central locations. They assist you to navigate UON policies and procedures and the free services to support you during your study.

9. Program Advisor
A Program Advisor has thorough knowledge of a degree program. Your Program Advisor can help you ensure that you are following the requirements and structure of your degree program. You should contact your Program Advisor if you have any administrative enquiries about your degree.
For more info visit newcastle.edu.au/askuon or
Callaghan Melinda Brooks (Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays)
Ourimbah
Belinda Lake (Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays)
Phone: (02)
Phone: (02)
Kath Pearce (Mondays & Thursdays) Phone: (02)
Patricia Duggan (Fridays) Phone: (02)
The Program Convenor can introduce the Program Advisor to the group. If the attending Program Advisor is not the PA for the program, the Program Convenor to tell the group the PA’s name and refer the students to the programadvice

10. Are you studying maths as one of your Teaching Areas?
You may need to sit a maths placement test.
Test sessions will be held in Orientation Week and the first two weeks of semester.
For details visit ASKUON - How can I access a Math Placement Test (MPT) to check my mathematics knowledge is adequate for my program?
If you completed HSC mathematics with a Band 5 or higher in the past two years you don’t need to sit the test.
It is important to note that all students must register through
the Career Hub to book in for a Maths Placement Test.
Program Advisor
It is important to note that all students must register through the Career Hub to book in for a Maths Placement Test. 
ease encourage students to enrol in an MPT in the week of orientation so they can be enrolled in the correct MATH course ready to start in Week 1.

11. Maths Placement Test (MPT) dates
Thursday 25 July 2pm – 3pm and Friday 26 July 12pm – 1pm Room CT314
Students must register through the Career Hub to book in for a Maths Placement Test
Visit newcastle.edu.au/askuon for the full MPT schedule
Additional sessions will be available in the first week of semester.
Program Advisor
It is important to note that all students must register through the Career Hub to book in for a Maths Placement Test. 
ease encourage students to enrol in an MPT in the week of orientation so they can be enrolled in the correct MATH course ready to start in Week 1.

12. Semester Study Load Full-time study = Part-time study =
Domestic Students: Enrolled in 30 units or more per semester or enrolled in a total of 60 units or more in that academic year
International Students: Enrolled in 40 units per semester
Part-time study =
Domestic Students: 10 – 20 units per semester
International Students: Should enroll full-time. Meet with a Student Advisor or visit Student Central if you want to vary your course load
Every 10 unit course requires 10 hours study per week

13. Terminology Core Courses = First Teaching Area (Major) =
compulsory courses completed by everyone studying the program
First Teaching Area (Major) =
A major is a combination of related courses which gives you an area of specialisation within your Program. In the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) the major is your first teaching area.
Additional Teaching Area =
In the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) you have the option of selecting additional teaching areas. Depending upon the First Teaching Area (major) that you choose, you will be able to select up to three additional teaching areas.
Teaching areas are the subjects that you will be accredited to teach in a secondary school upon completion of the program.
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14. First Teaching Areas (Majors)
Aboriginal Studies
French
Ancient History
Biology
Geography
Business Studies
German
Chemistry
Health & Physical Education
Computing Information Systems and Software Design
Japanese
Mathematics
Design and Technology Drama
Modern History
Physics
Earth and Environmental Science
Society and Culture
Economics
Visual Arts
English

15. Additional Teaching Areas
Additional teaching areas are available in the above majors with the exception of Biology, Chemistry, Computing Information Systems and Software Design, Design and Technology, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics, and Visual Arts.
Additional teaching area options are available in:
Chinese
Food Technology
Industrial Technology Engineering
Industrial Technology Graphics & Multimedia 
Information Processes and Technology
Investigating Science
Legal Studies
Software Design and Development
Studies of Religion
Special Education
TESOL
Textiles and Design
Extended Studies are available in:
Health and Physical Education
Mathematics
Visual Arts

16. Terminology Lecture = Tutorial = Personal Study/Independent Learning =
Large group session (1-2 hours) where key content and ideas are introduced, delivered to you by a single lecturer.
In these sessions you will be prompted to develop an awareness of larger social issues.
Tutorial =
A class conducted in smaller groups where your tutor can explain aspects of the lecture and discuss study topics.
You will have the chance to ask questions, get personalised assistance and participate in activities.
Personal Study/Independent Learning =
For every 10 unit course, it is expected that you would undertake up to 10 hours study per week.
This includes time spent on assignments, exam preparation, in PASS sessions, as well as regular week to week review and study.
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17. What to bring on your first day
Laptop or tablet
Pen and notepad
Any program specific equipment (eg, art supplies, stethoscope, lab coat)
This will be program specific. Please make the list comprehensive.

18. UONline (Blackboard) uonline.newcastle.edu.au
There is an online Blackboard site for all students in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary).
Each course has a Blackboard page. Course outlines, study materials and assessments can be accessed here.
Visit this site regularly to check on program information, updates, program key contacts and help with your studies.
All communication from Blackboard, teaching staff, programs & timetabling is via your UON . Be sure to check it regularly.
Explain what goes up on the program blackboard site
Talk about how blended learning works

19. UONCapture uonline.newcastle.edu.au
UONCapture is the University's platform for recording classes and other teaching resources.
Timetabled lectures conducted in equipped classrooms will be recorded. To access these recordings, please log into UONline and visit your course site. Then, click the UONCapture link at the bottom of your course menu to access recordings.

20. When do tutorials and/or labs start?
Week 1
Check your personalised timetable in MyHUB
Check your Blackboard sites
This will be program specific. It is worth mentioning how many labs/tuts students must attend.
Talk about lectures starting next week
Give the dates when tutorials/labs start (often week 2)

21. Textbooks
All information regarding course textbooks and required readings are posted on your course blackboard site (on the course outline and in the course reading tab)
All courses are different!
Which ones to buy
When to buy – will they need the textbook in week 1?

22. Degree Structure
The Bachelor of Education (Secondary) is made up of 330 units.
Most courses are worth 10 units.
The usual full time load is 4 courses (40 units) per semester.

23. Program Plan
A Program Plan outlines the structure of your degree. It is designed to provide you with an easy to follow plan you can use to check that you are on track with your degree, and help you choose courses that will be appropriate for your program.

24. See your Program Plan under Program Information
How to access your program plan
Log into myUON
Click the My Details tile
See your Program Plan under Program Information
ALSO SHOW STUDENTS HOW TO ACCESS THROUGH THE PROGRAM HANDBOOK. Program Advisor

25. Placement Requirements
IN ORDER TO UNDERTAKE YOUR TEACHING PLACEMENTS IN NSW, YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
Have undergone a NSW Working with Children Check – Individual and received a NSW Working with Children Clearance number from the NSW Government, Office of the Children’s Guardian;
Completed the online Child Protection Awareness e-training and obtained the automated certificate;
Completed the online Anaphylaxis e-training and obtained the automated certificate; and
Recorded your completion of the above steps on the SONIA placement system. Please note: you must be enrolled in your EDUC first year courses to be able to access SONIA.
Please refer to the Professional Experience Unit website for detailed information: newcastle.edu.au/professional-experience-unit  
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26. Teaching Placements
Students will undertake three teaching placements in their program:​ ​
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First Placement in a local (within 2 hours from university) school.​
EDUC3196​
Second Placement undertaken Out-of-Area (at least 2 hours away), or in an approved school setting.​
Students have the opportunity to complete this placement overseas.​
EDUC4197
Final 10 week Internship in NSW setting (majority are in a local setting).​
You will not be able to attend on campus in the semester you complete this course- best to look for online Electives, or take courses in Summer/Winter terms so you have no other commitments when on Internship.
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27. Academic Admission Requirements
PATHWAY 1
Completed HSC and obtained three Band 5s with 1 in English
You have met the admission requirement. Nothing further is required.
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28. Academic Admission Requirements
PATHWAY 2
For students who don't have HSC Band 5s
If you successfully complete your first year (80 units) in the program, you are deemed to have met the HSC Band 5 requirements. Once you have completed all the non-academic admission requirements you can then continue straight into the second year of the program.
If you're studying part-time, you can take a couple of years to get the full first year (80 units) completed and then continue onto the second year courses. The maximum time allowed to complete the program is 10 years.
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29. Academic Admission Requirements
PATHWAY 3
For students who have 2 or more HSC Band 5s without a Band 5 result in English Two options available:
Successful completion of ENGL1090 Critical Reading and Writing (10 units) will be comparable to achieving the HSC band 5 in English.
2. Successfully complete 80 units in the program
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30. Academic Admission Requirements
PATHWAY 4
Completed NEWSTEP in 2017 or Successful completion of 80 units of study in Newstep; with the completion of the following courses with a credit grade (or higher):
EPHUMA123 Academic Literacies 2 (Core); and
ANY 2 other approved Newstep courses with a credit grade or higher.
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31. Academic Admission Requirements
PATHWAY 5
Completed Open Foundation in 2017 or 2018
Successful completion of 40 units of study in Open foundation study in any discipline area with a credit grade (or higher); and
Successful completion of 40 units of undergraduate study within the relevant undergraduate teacher education program.
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32. Academic Admission Requirements
PATHWAY 6
Completed Yapug in 2017 or 2018
Successful completion of 80 units of study in Yapug; with the completion of the following courses with a credit grade (or higher):
English - Both EPHUMA112/EPABOR112 Aboriginal Tertiary Foundation Studies 1 and EPHUMA124/EPABOR124 Aboriginal Tertiary Foundation Studies 2; AND
ANY 2 other approved Yapug courses with a credit grade or higher.
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33. How to manage your assessment schedule
Use a diary
Use a wall planner (grab a free wall planner at the Orientation Expo or from Student Central)
Look at the due date and count backwards to work out when you need to start assignments
Apps to help you plan, for example, My Study Life
Whatever works for you, there is no right or wrong
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34. Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)
PASS is available at Callaghan for:
SENG1050
SENG1110
CMNS1000
BIOL1002
DESN1002
CHEM1020
EDUC1103
GEOG1020
ENGL1040
MATH1002
FMSC1200
MATH1110
FREN1100/1200
MATH1120
GRMN1502
MATH1510
HIST1001
MATH1900
LING1000
PHYS1210
SOCA1020
PHYS1220
SOCA1050
STAT1070
CMNS1280
PHYS1250
SOCA1200
SOCS1100
Callaghan
BIOL1001
CHEM1010
CRIM1010
EDUC1048
ENGG1003
ENGL1000
ENVS1001
FREN1100/1200
GRMN1501
HASS1000
HIST1051
HUBS1406
INFT1004
LING1111
MATH1001
MATH1002
MATH1110
MATH1120
MATH2310
MEDI1101A
PHYS1200
PHYS1205
PHYS1210
PSYC1010
SENG1110
SENG1120
SOCA1010
STAT1070
City
ACFI1003 (To Be Confirmed)
ACFI2070 (TBC)
ACFI2080 (TBC)
ACFI2003 (TBC)
DESN1001
ECON1001 (TBC)
ECON1003 (TBC)
LAWS2004A (TBC)
LAWS3003A (TBC)
LAWS3004A (TBC)
LEGL1001 (TBC)
STAT1060
The TBC are “to be confirmed” by FBUSL. I just used last year’s list to compile this. Kym Cowley looks after these.
Ourimbah
CHEM1110
Port Macquarie
HUBS1406 

35. Are you eligible for credit?
If you have studied at another institution you may be eligible for credit.
For advice, talk to your Program Advisor
Credit information for current students
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36. Census Date: Friday Week 4 – 23rd August
FAQ’S
Can I enrol part-time? Yes, you can, but you need to be aware that there is a maximum completion time of 10 years. All students must complete their program within this time frame. It is advised that you complete 20 units per semester to ensure that you will stay on schedule. Please seek advice from Program Convenor/program Advisor before dropping courses or changing to part-time.
What if I need to take a semester off? Students can apply for this in their myHub portal, called a Leave of Absence. You can receive up to 12 months (2 Semesters) leave without additional approval.
What if I have personal circumstances such as illness that means I can’t submit my assignments on time? Students can apply online for Adverse Circumstances through MyUON.
Can I change my enrolment in the first few weeks of semester? Yes, you can add any new courses to your enrolment up until the end of the 2nd week of semester. You can drop any courses in myHub by the HECS census date.
Census Date: Friday Week 4 – 23rd August

37. OPPORTUNITIES at UoN STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES UON OPPORTUNITIES
Study abroad / Exchange
Sport
Clubs and Societies
Scholarships
International Leadership Experience and Development
Volunteer! Hunter Volunteer / Teach Outreach
STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES
Study abroad/exchange– Study at a University or Institution overseasStudy at a University or Institution overseas – Best for Electives and Directed courses
UON OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarships - For example New Colombo Plan (worth up to $67,000!), Friends of the university Scholarship in Education
Student Clubs & Societies
International Leadership Experience and Development (ILEAD) Program - Build skills in leadership, international awareness, social responsibility and employability
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer! Hunter Volunteer Centre; Teach Outreach
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

38. Research in Education

39. Expectations Communicating with staff
Use this subject line to identify your s e.g.:
Subject of Enquiry – B Education (Secondary) – English Major – Name Student Number
Make sure to state your course name, your tutorial time and tutor’s name when ing
Be professional
When enrolling full time - the University expects that you will put in hours of study per 10 unit course including direct contact hours – that’s 10 hours per week per course; 4 courses equals 40 hours = a full time job!
Be aware of the University policies – especially things like plagiarism (do the online academic integrity unit)

40. Checklist for first day at uni
Have you:
Organised a student card?
Organised a parking permit or know which bus to catch?
Know where your rooms are located?
Downloaded the myuon app?
Bought plenty of insect repellent?
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41. Helpful hints Have fun whilst at Uni Read your emails daily
Find the right balance – uni, work, family & self
Stay fit and healthy – eat well & exercise
Thinking of a holiday? Check the Uni key dates and also your professional experience dates
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42. First Year Experiences
Supporting students: academically, personally, and socially
First Year Experiences Convenor Heather Sharp
Drop by sessions: for any reason: chat with an academic or your peers, form a study group, informal hanging out with peers, support…
Semester 2 sessions are held in HA106
Monday 9am-10am
Monday 12noon-1pm
Monday 1pm-2pm
Tuesday 9am-10am
Tuesday 11am-12noon

43. Bachelor of Education Drop in Sessions
Program convenors will be available at drop in sessions
Drop in sessions for any reason: chat with an academic or your peers, form a study group, informal hanging out with peers, support…
Semester 2 sessions are held in HA106
Wednesdays 1-2pm
24th July = General
31st July = STEM
7th August = HSIE
14th August = HPE
21st August = General …. And repeat

44. Be mindful of a work/life balance.
Leave time to Work, Rest and Play. 15 – 20 hours of paid work – consider part time study
You have until 23rd August to withdraw from courses without penalty.
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45. Narelle’s Tip Attend lectures Attend tutorials Ask questions
Embrace all opportunities (field trips, volunteering, social events)
Be the best you can possibly be by studying with purpose
Its worth the effort
Your program has been purposefully designed to help you develop all the knowledge, skills and attributes to prepare you for a profession in teaching (and other related fields).
You bring personal attributes, motivation and passion for teaching and learning.

46. All the best for next week
‘Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t, pretend that you do, and at some point, you will.’
Venus Williams
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47. Questions?
Program Advisor to show students how to access the program handbook and program plans through the handbook

48. Next:
Meet your Program Convenor and Program Advisor to ask any questions
12:30pm – 2pm
Lunch: Bar on The Hill
1pm – 3pm
Campus Tours: from Bar on the Hill
2pm – 4pm
Our Shout and Entertainment: Bar on the Hill
Math Placement Test (MPT) sessions:
Thursday 25 July 2pm – 3pm and Friday 26 July 12pm – 1pm Room CT314
Students must register through the Career Hub to book in for a Maths Placement Test
Visit newcastle.edu.au/askuon for the full MPT schedule
Additional sessions will be available in the first week of semester.
What’s On
Run through this schedule to explain what is going to happen next. Then introduce the Program Convenors again and call out the students by program to meet their Program Convenor.
Math Placement Tests are running through the first two weeks of term. Students were sent the full MPT Quiz schedule with their enrolment packs.