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Humanities and Social Sciences Specialisation
Why study at ECU?
About this Specialisation
This specialisation provides in-depth studies in the areas of History, Geography, and Civics and Citizenship for those wishing to specialise in this critical and evolving area of the curriculum.
The units build on previous learning, further expanding students' knowledge and thinking to do with history and geography, sustainability and values education. Additionally, these units focus on the development of whole school, integrated approaches to HSS, which engage school communities and lead to social action through inquiry.
Code SPAAQA
Availability & Campus
Location | Availability |
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Joondalup | |
Mount Lawley | |
South West | |
Online |
Details
Structure
Select the following 4 units:
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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EDU4260 | Transition to Teaching | 15 |
HSS4270 | History and Social Sciences in Primary Schools | 15 |
HSS4275 | Geography and Social Sciences in Primary Schools | 15 |
HSS4280 | Civics and Citizenship, Global Education and Integration | 15 |
Students may complete EDU4227 Internship as an alternative to the units listed above, with the permission of the Course Coordinator/Associate Dean.
For more detailed unit information for this Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookCareer Opportunities
Employment opportunities
Completion of this specialisation will provide the qualifications necessary for employment as a primary teacher specialising in Humanities and Social Sciences.
Possible future job titles
Primary School Teacher