Education In LOTE (AUSLAN) (Graduate Bachelor)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Education in LOTE (AUSLAN)
Length
2 to 3 years part-time
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course aims to give LOTE Auslan teachers, tutors and teacher aides the skills required to teach Auslan in a variety of contexts, and to analyse the learning abilities and needs of their students within the framework of sign language teaching. Students are required to participate in observation and practical experience in teaching Auslan as a language other than English.
Course structure
In first year, students study the history and development of Deaf education, including the sociolinguistic culture of Deaf communities (within the subjects Language and Cultural Studies A and B). Discussion includes education of the Deaf, as well as the representation of the Deaf in the arts, media and literature.
Second-year studies include the theory of language development and analysis of language learning abilities. In third year, students examine the social context of LOTE teaching as well as undertaking workshops to develop practical experience teaching a language other than English for specific groups. Students must obtain the course coordinator's approval to take electives in place of core subjects.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Deaf studies.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Apply direct to the University by 31 October.
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesSelection
Academic merit (2011)
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent and native-like fluency in Auslan. Applicants who can demonstrate native-like fluency in Auslan are considered for Special Entry.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Career opportunities
Graduates are qualified to work as Auslan teachers or integration aides.