This major will prepare you with content and pedagogical knowledge to teach the Humanities and Social Science curriculum from Years 7 to 12. If you would like more information about the content of the curriculum in Western Australia, please see the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) website. You will also choose a Humanities and Social Science (HASS) subject area to further specialise in from the following: Geography History Economics Politics and Law Second teaching specialisation You can choose a second teaching specialisation from one of the following options: Minor teaching area – this will be a teaching area other than HASS Broadening Science subject – additional content units in Humanities and Social Science and HASS curriculum units Education specialty – additional education units and HASS curriculum units The HASS Education Major is part of the Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education). You will complete four professional experience placements in this course. These placements provide opportunities to practice and demonstrate the skills and knowledge gained under the supervision of a mentor teacher. There may be opportunities for a country, interstate or overseas placement. The final professional experience placement is referred to as the Internship and is conducted over one school term in a full time block mode. The Internship is undertaken in a school setting. There may be opportunities for a ‘country practice’ or an interstate Internship placement. Why study Humanities and Social Sciences Education Major (BEd Secondary Education) Staff teaching in the secondary programs are active researchers who represent a high level of expertise in their disciplinary fields from across the University. Curtin’s education courses were ranked in the top 100 in the world in the 2017 QS World University Rankings by Subject. You will experience a digitally rich e-learning environment that complements your studies and enhances your teaching skills. You will be encouraged to participate in the learning process and acquire the skills needed to be digitally fluent and there is a focus on group interaction and continuous assessment. Secondary education is a much sought-after phase of learning. Currently there is a shortage of teachers working in this area consequently there is a high-uptake of graduates by employers. This course integrates education theory with classroom practice for all areas. You will undertake 18 weeks of teaching internship and be offered opportunities for international exchange, internship, master and graduate programs. The School of Education is proud of its consistently positive feedback from employers who say Curtin teachers are of excellent quality and well prepared for the education industry. Professional recognition This course is recognised nationally as an initial teacher education qualification. It is accredited by the Teachers Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) and graduates will be able to register as a teacher in Australia and any other countries that recognise an Australian teaching qualification. Career information Policy Development Officer Special Programs Officer Curriculum Designer Trainer, Mentor or Coach Secondary School Teacher