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Proudly preparing the next generation of secondary teachers in Papua New Guinea and beyond with our Bachelor of Education (Secondary Teaching) – B.Ed.

The Bachelor of Education (BEd) is a four-year full-time degree designed to prepare you to become a qualified science secondary school teacher in Papua New Guinea. The program provides a strong foundation in education theory, teaching practice, science subject content, and Christian values. Each year is broken into two semesters so you will complete 8 semesters over the 4 years of study.

Program Structure

Year 1: Foundation Year

In your first year, all courses are compulsory. You’ll build essential skills in communication, teaching, mathematics, science, and values formation.

 

Semester 1

  • EDES 111 – Foundation English & Basic Academic Skills
  • EDPD 111 – Introduction to Teaching and Learning
  • EDRE 111 – Personality Development and Values Formation
  • EDMA 111 – Foundation Mathematics I
  • EDSP 111 – Introduction to Physics I
  • EDSB 111 – Introduction to Biology I
  • EDSC 111 – Introduction to Chemistry I
  • Micro Teaching and Peer Teaching

Semester 2

  • EDES 121 – Introduction to Effective Communication
  • EDPD 121 – Teaching and Learning Methods
  • EDRE 121 – Christian Marriage and Family Life
  • EDMA 121 – Foundation Mathematics II
  • EDSP 121 – Introduction to Physics II
  • EDSB 121 – Introduction to Biology II
  • EDSC 121 – Introduction to Chemistry II
Year 2: Begin Your Specialisation

From Year 2, you choose a major and a minor subject in Mathematics, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry.

  • Major = 2 courses per semester in a subject area (4 for the full year)
  • Minor = 1 subject per semester (2 for the full year)

You’ll also complete education, religious and academic skill courses and participate in weekly school-based experience.

Semester 3

Compulsory Courses

  • EDES 211 – English for Mathematics and Science
  • EDPD 211 – Teaching and Managing the Student Learning Environment
  • EDRE 211 – Education of the Heart and Values Formation
  • EDMA 213 – Contemporary Mathematics

Choose Your Major and Minor

Mathematics Physics Biology Chemistry
EDMA 211
Trigonometry and Vectors		 EDSP 211
Kinematics		 EDSB 211
Cellular Biology		 EDSC 211
Scientific Skills & Lab Techniques
EDMA 212
Logarithmic Functions & Number Theory		 EDSP 212
Vectors & Applications		 EDSB 212
Genetics		 EDSC 212
Physical Chemistry

Semester 4

Compulsory Courses

  • EDES 221 – English for Mathematics and Science II
  • EDPD 221 – Educational Psychology
  • EDRE 221 – World Religions and Melanesian Religion
  • EDMA 223 – Contemporary Mathematics II

Continue Your Major and Minor

Mathematics Physics Biology Chemistry
EDMA 221
Probability		 EDSP 221
Electricity		 EDSB 221
Evolution		 EDSC 221
Chemical Reactions I
EDMA 222
Consumer Mathematics		 EDSP 222
Nuclear Physics		 EDSB 222
Microbiology		 EDSC 222
Inorganic Chemistry

Year 3: Deepen Your Expertise

You’ll develop advanced teaching knowledge and research skills. Teaching practice and your research project begins in this year.

Semester 5

Compulsory Courses

  • EDES 311 – Research Skills and Methods
  • EDPD 311 – Curriculum Development
  • EDRE 311 – The Creed
  • EDRP 321 – Research Project (Full Year)

Major and Minor Subjects

Mathematics Physics Biology Chemistry
EDMA 311 – Linear Algebra EDSP 311 – Electromagnetism EDSB 311 – Ecology I EDSC 311 – Chemical Reactions II
EDMA 312 – Inferential Statistics EDSP 312 – Basics of Electrical Engineering EDSB 312 – Plant Biology EDSC 312 – Organic Chemistry

Semester 6

Compulsory Courses

  • EDES 321 – Conducting Researchz
  • EDPD 322 – Assessment and Evaluation
  • EDRE 321 – Sacraments and Liturgy
  • EDTP 321 – Teaching Practice

Major and Minor Subjects

Mathematics Physics Biology Chemistry
EDMA 321 – Functions EDSP 321 – Dynamics & Motion EDSB 321 – Animal Biology EDSC 321 – Biochemistry
EDMA 322 – Geometry EDSP 322 – Electronics EDSB 322 – Biotechnology EDSC 322 – Electrochemistry

Year 4: Prepare for Graduation

This final year focuses on professional teaching practice, values-based teaching, subject-specific pedagogy, and completing your research project.

Semester 7

Compulsory Courses

  • EDES 411 – English for Classroom Practice
  • EDPD 411 – Teacher Professionalism and Practice
  • EDRE 411 – Christian Ethics
  • EDCI 400 – How to Teach Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
  • EDRP 421 – Research Project II (Full Year)

Major and Minor Subjects

Mathematics Physics Biology Chemistry
EDMA 411 – Calculus I: Differentiation EDSP 411 – Waves, Light & Fluids EDSB 411 – Ecology II EDSC 411 – Chemistry in Industry
EDMA 412 – Complex Numbers EDSP 412 – Hydrodynamics EDSB 412 – Biostatistics EDSC 412 – Analytical Chemistry

Semester 8

Compulsory Courses

  • EDES 421 – English for Professional Practice
  • EDPD 421 – Inclusive, Safe and Supportive Environments
  • EDRE 421 – Social Justice
  • EDTP 422 – Teaching Practice (6-week block)

Major and Minor Subjects

Mathematics Physics Biology Chemistry
EDMA 421 – Calculus II (Integration) EDSP 421 – Thermodynamics EDSB 421 – Resource Management EDSC 421 – Chemistry in the Environment

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 Certificate with:
    • C or better in English
    • B or C in Maths B and Math A respectively
    • C in Biology, Physics or Chemistry
  • OR qualify under the College’s General Admissions Policy

Provisional admission may be granted in special circumstances.

Career Pathways

Graduates are qualified to teach science or mathematics in PNG’s secondary schools and may also pursue:

  • Education Leadership Roles
  • Postgraduate Study
  • Curriculum Development
  • Faith-based Youth and Outreach Ministries

Duration
4 years full time study

Start Date
February

Faith-Inspired Learning
Catholic values are embedded throughout your formation—building not only great teachers, but compassionate leaders.

Hands-On Teaching Practice
Over 11 weeks of school-based practicum prepares you for real classrooms.

Science & Math Focus
Choose a major and minor in Mathematics, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry.

Supportive Community
Join a close-knit, faith-centred academic environment with mentoring and peer learning opportunities.

Nationally Recognised
Fully accredited and aligned with Papua New Guinea’s national education goals.

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