Bachelor of Education (Hons) Engineering Technology

MQF Level: 6

ECTS Value: 180 ECTS

Start Date: September

Duration: 4 Years (Part-time)

Programme Description

This programme provides course participants with the opportunity to develop their knowledge and competences in vocational content, pedagogy and assessment. It aims to provide those within or wishing to join the education sector with the necessary tools and competences to teach effectively in the secondary and vocational sector whilst fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all learners. Within this programme, learners shall also develop their theoretical and practical skills in manufacturing, mechanical and electrical engineering with the aim of nurturing intrigue and inquiry among learners in the field of engineering technology.

Entry Requirements

Applicants are required to be in possession of:

Three (3) Ordinary Levels at MQF Level 3 (minimum Grade C or 5) in Maltese, English Language and Mathematics awarded by MATSEC or an equivalent examination body recognised by the Institute for Education.

AND

A minimum of one of the following:

An awarded MATSEC Certificate (MQF 4) with a grade C or better in TWO of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Engineering Drawing or Graphical Communication;
An MQF Level 4 vocational qualification (MQF 4 with a minimum of 120 ECTS) in Engineering Technology or a cognate area deemed relevant by the Institute for Education;
Three subjects at Advanced Level (MQF 4) with a grade C or better in TWO of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Engineering Drawing or Graphical Communication; and at least a Grade D in a third subject.
Two subjects at Advanced Level (MQF 4) at grade C or better in two of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Engineering Drawing or Graphical Communication and three intermediate subjects with a minimum grade D.

Applicants applying under the Institute for Education’s maturity clause are asked to refer to Section 2.2. of the Admission Regulations.

Course Outline

First Year

Code	Description	Credits
BEDU111	Academic Skills for Undergraduate Studies	2 ECTS
BEDU112	Psychology of Education: Development, Cognition and Learning	3 ECTS
BEDU101	Planning: A Key to Success	4 ECTS
BEDU113	Assessment for Learning and Continuous Assessment	3 ECTS
BEDU102	Classroom Management	3 ECTS
BEDU105	Teaching Practice I	10 ECTS
BENT103	Health and Safety in the Engineering Environment	5 ECTS
BENT106	Exploring and Using Engineering Tools, Instruments and Materials	5 ECTS
BENT110	Electronic Circuit Theory	5 ECTS
BENT111	Electrical and Electronic Components 1	5 ECTS

Second Year

Code	Description	Credits
BEDU215	Inclusive Education: Theories and Practices	5 ECTS
BEDU219	Philosophy of Education: The Maltese Educational System and Collaborative Communities of Learning	3 ECTS
BEDU218	Achieving Standards while Fostering Equity and Social Justice	3 ECTS
BEDU214	Critical Pedagogy	4 ECTS
BEDU203	Teaching Practice II	10 ECTS
BENT204	Engineering Materials 1	5 ECTS
BENT201	Models to Teach and Learn Engineering	5 ECTS
BENT200	Simulation-based and Hands-on Teaching Methodologies	5 ECTS
BENT207	Exploring Product Development and Working Drawings	5 ECTS

Third Year

Code	Description	Credits
BEDU321	Research Methods	5 ECTS
BEDU334	Enriching Learning through Web-based Applications	3 ECTS
BEDU302	Microteaching	3 ECTS
BEDU305	Sociology of Education: Gender Equality, Culture and Values	3 ECTS
BEDU317	The Professional Educator: Personal and Social Competences	4 ECTS
BEDU320	Experiential Learning and Authentic Assessment	3 ECTS
BEDU322	Exploring Multiculturalism in Education	3 ECTS
BEDU308	Micro-placement in Industry	6 ECTS
BENT308	Exploring Machines and Systems Underpinning Principles	5 ECTS
BENT312	Electrical and Electronic Components 2	5 ECTS
BENT305	Engineering Materials 2	5 ECTS

Fourth Year

Code	Description	Credits
BEDU400	Dissertation	20 ECTS
BEDU401	Teaching Practice lll	10 ECTS
BENT409	Engineering Manufacturing Processes	5 ECTS
BENT413	Electrical and Electronics Circuit Construction	5 ECTS
BENT414	Testing and Fault Finding in Electrical and Electronics Circuits	5 ECTS

N.B. Please note that while the above provides an indication of the overall programme structure, the years in which modules are delivered may change or be replaced as part of the Institute for Education’s administrative processes.

Applications

Applications for the Bachelor of Education (Hons) Engineering Technology programme open mid-May of each year with programmes commencing the following September. When open, interested applicants may apply through the Institute for Education’s online portal