This Associate Degree in Science — Biology pathway recommended study sequence is for students commencing in the current semester.
Students that successfully follow the recommended study sequence for the Biology pathway as listed below will be eligible to apply to transfer into the following program:
- Bachelor of Science with an Extended major in Biology
Students should seek Program Advice from the Faculty Administration office or email FosheProgramAdvice@usc.edu.au with regards to queries on Program progression.
Year 1
Semester 1
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Investigating the World Around Us | |||
| LFS100 Teaching HPE in the Early Years | |||
| SCI105 Teaching Mathematics in the Early Years | |||
| SCI110 Professional Experience: Responding to Individual Learner Needs |
Semester 2
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS112 Teaching Science in Primary Schools | |||
| SCI102 Teaching Reading and Writing | |||
| SET111 Professional Practice: The Inquiring Teacher |
PLUS select 1 elective course from any faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 2
Semester 1
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS213 Teaching Arts in the Early Years | |||
| ENS221 Teaching Primary School Mathematics | |||
| LFS251 Professional Experience: Teacher Identity and Professional Practice |
PLUS select 1 of the following:
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTH100 Transitions in Curriculum and Pedagogy | |||
| MTH102 Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood |
Semester 2
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS222 Internship | |||
| LFS252 Teacher as Researcher | |||
| SCI212 Communication and Thought |
PLUS select 1 advanced (200/300 coded) elective course from any faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).