If you're a science nut and want to work with young people, we want you in this degree. You'll learn about what type of teacher you are and how to use your skills to motivate, support and develop students. When you graduate, you'll be qualified to teach science from middle years through to VCE. You will also have specialised science skills that will open even more doors throughout your career. You'll learn about young people and different learning environments, and how education varies around the world. You'll also discover how to make sure each student feels included and supported in the classroom. Your science subjects are broad and will see you become skilled in environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science and more. While you're learning these skills, you'll practice them in real classrooms throughout your degree. Areas of study include: biology, chemistry, earth sciences, education, environmental science, general science, mathematics, science/education, senior science, teaching (secondary)

Career Opportunities The science component of the joint degree provides the knowledge, skills and values appropriate for effective scientific investigation and communication, enabling entry into a variety of career options. The education component prepares students as professional educators for the new and broader roles expected of them in schools now and into the future. It provides a qualification to teach in secondary schools (years 7-12).