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Physical education

Why study Physical education?

Combine studies in physical education with primary and secondary teaching, health, student welfare, social work, and outdoor and environmental education. Study physical activity, sport and wellness, student health and welfare, adventure and outdoor pursuits, motor performance and build a relationship with nature. Contribute to human and environmental well being.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the physical and outdoor education program can work in secondary schools as specialist teachers in physical education and outdoor education. Graduates of the physical and health education program can work in primary schools as generalist teachers, in secondary schools as specialist teachers in health and physical education, or in the health, fitness and recreation industries, youth and community centres, government and private agencies.

Courses

Local students

Physical education courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2013	Bachelor of Physical and Health Education	Bendigo	4 years full time or part-time equivalent (by arrangement)	Semester 1 (March)
Bachelor of Physical and Health Education continued… Course description This course aims to qualify students to teach in both primary and secondary schools, combining studies in primary education with specialist studies in physical and health education, and social work (student welfare). Each year, students undertake education and discipline studies and are required to undertake a minimum of 80 days' professional experience in both primary and secondary schools. They may also undertake field experience in a community setting. For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional-entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this teacher education course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. Prerequisite Units 1 and 2 - two units (any study combination) of general mathematics or mathematical methods (CAS) or Units 3 and 4 mathematics (any). Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English. Extra requirements Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 80 or above will receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs are considered through normal selection processes. Non-Year 12 selection Non-Year 12 selection may be based on ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice. Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. Selection ATAR (2013) Bendigo: 77.1 Middle band A study score of at least 20 in a LOTE (any) facilitates an additional 3 aggregate points. Consideration is also given to performance in English (any), relevant paid or unpaid work experience, and Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria. In addition, a regional bonus may apply. Fee type Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) Additional information All successful applicants must complete a Working With Children Check form (available from Post Offices) before enrolment. How to apply VTAC Professional recognition Graduates are accredited to register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) as specialist physical education and health teachers from Prep to Year 12 and as generalist primary school teachers. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Physical and Health Education Bendigo
2013	Bachelor of Physical and Outdoor Education	Bendigo	4 years full-time or part-time equivalent	Semester 1 (March)
Bachelor of Physical and Outdoor Education continued… Course description This course leads to a qualification to teach in secondary schools in the specialist areas of physical education and outdoor environmental studies. It comprises 32 subjects in teaching studies, curriculum studies, and discipline studies (physical education and outdoor education) including outdoor activity electives. Students also undertake 80 days' professional experience in schools. For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this teacher education course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. Prerequisite VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English, and at least 25 in one of Physical Education, Health and Human Development or Outdoor and Environmental Studies. Units 1 & 2: two units of General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Units 3 & 4 of Mathematics (any). Extra requirements Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 75 or above will receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs will be considered through normal selection processes. ATAR (2011): 70.05 Non-Year 12 selection may be based on ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice. Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. Non-Year 12 applicants are encouraged to complete a La Trobe Outdoor and Environmental Education Supplementary Information form. For a copy please call (03) 5444 7285 or download from: www.latrobe.edu.au/education/outdoors/study-pathways All students must complete a Working With Children Check form (available from Post Offices) prior to enrolment. Selection ATAR (2013) Bendigo: 71.35 Middle band Consideration is given to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria; and a regional bonus may apply. Fee type Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) Additional costs Students should allow A$1500 - A$2000 to purchase suitable outdoor field equipment such as a sleeping bag and wet weather gear. These items may be purchased from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. Students are encouraged to bring any camping gear they already have and to wait until they have commenced the course before buying any new gear. How to apply VTAC Professional recognition The degree is accredited with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) to teach outdoor education and physical education in secondary schools. The Outdoor Education Council of Australia acknowledges it as appropriate for leadership in several outdoor pursuits. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Physical and Outdoor Education Bendigo

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Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.

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International students

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Physical education international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013	Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (059822G)	Bendigo	4 years	Semester 1 (March)	$22 700
Bachelor of Physical and Health Education continued… Year 2013 Course description This course aims to qualify students to teach in both primary and secondary schools, combining studies in primary education with specialist studies in physical and health education, and social work (student welfare). Each year, students undertake education and discipline studies and are required to undertake a minimum of 80 days' professional experience in both primary and secondary schools. They may also undertake field experience in a community setting. For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional-entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this teacher education course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. English Language Requirements An overall academic IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.5 with no individual score below 7 and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening. Academic entry requirements LTM Foundation Studies - 75 Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 77.45 International Baccalaureate - 27 GCE A Levels - 8 Hong Kong A Levels - 7 HKDSE - 3 x Level 4 Sri Lankan A Levels - NA STPM - 8 MICSS (UEC) - 5 Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - NA Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - NA Sweden Slutbetyg - NA All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - NA Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.2 Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5 GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6 GAOKAO - see: the website If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. Subject prerequisite One Physical Education or Health subject at either Year 11 or Year 12. Year 11 Mathematics (or a bridging course). Professional recognition Graduates can register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching for teaching in primary and secondary schools in the specialist areas of physical education and health. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Physical and Health Education Bendigo
2013	Bachelor of Physical and Outdoor Education (056794J)	Bendigo	4 years	Semester 1 (March)	$22 700
Bachelor of Physical and Outdoor Education continued… Year 2013 Course description This course leads to a qualification to teach in secondary schools in the specialist areas of physical education and outdoor environmental studies. It comprises 32 subjects in teaching studies, curriculum studies, and discipline studies (physical education and outdoor education) including outdoor activity electives. Students also undertake 80 days' professional experience in schools. For those seeking to gain an initial teaching qualification, this is a professional entry teacher training course. The Victorian Institute of Teaching has approved this teacher education course for teacher registration, which is a prerequisite for employment as a school teacher in Victoria. English Language Requirements An overall academic IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.5 with no individual score below 7 and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening. Academic entry requirements LTM Foundation Studies - 75 Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 66.45 International Baccalaureate - 24 GCE A Levels - 8 Hong Kong A Levels - 7 HKDSE - 3 x Level 4 Sri Lankan A Levels - NA STPM - 8 MICSS (UEC) - 5 Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - NA Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - NA Sweden Slutbetyg - NA All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - NA Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.2 Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5 GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6 GAOKAO - see: the website If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. Special requirements Applicants are required to provide evidence of a National Criminal or Police Check clearance from each country or countries in which they have lived for 12 months or more within the previous 10 years (after the age of 18 years). The criminal record check must be presented at enrolment in the course before the start of semester. Subject prerequisite One Physical Education or Health or Outdoor and Environmental Studies subject at either Year 11 or Year 12. Year 11 Mathematics (or a bridging course). Additional costs Students should allow A$1500 - A$2000 to purchase suitable outdoor field equipment such as a sleeping bag and wet weather gear. These items may be purchased from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. Students are encouraged to bring any camping gear they already have and to wait until they have commenced the course before buying any new gear. Professional recognition The course is accredited with the Victorian Institute of Teaching for registration to teach in outdoor education and physical education in secondary schools. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Physical and Outdoor Education Bendigo

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