Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood (Top-up) (Monash University)
Course Information
Description
The Monash Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood is a highly respected qualification designed for educators who are passionate about working with young children in preschool, childcare centre or kindergarten. It also provides an excellent headstart for current educators who hold a Diploma in child’s services, early childhood care and education or equivalent, looking to upgrade themselves.
Upon completion of the programme, you will be qualified as a skilled and effective early childhood education professional with in-depth knowledge in children’s creative, physical, personal, intellectual development and social capabilities. This programme will enhance your professional capacity and deepen your understanding of the complex field of education, providing a pathway for research and further learning.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood from Monash University, Australia.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Entry Requirements
Academic Level:
Year 2 Entry:
- Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education-Teaching (DECCE-T); OR
- Professional Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (or equivalent); OR
- Other equivalent qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
Advanced Standing Entry to Final Year:
- Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education-Teaching (DECCE-T) AND Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education-Leadership (DECCE-L); OR
- Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education-Teaching (DECCE-T) AND Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (or equivalent); OR
- Other equivalent qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
English Language Requirement
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent; OR
- Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement. For more information, please visit course webpage.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
International Requirements:
- See course webpage for more information
Career Opportunities
Our graduates become leaders in:
- Teaching practice
- Public debate
- Policy development
- Community action
The programme is not accredited by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA). Graduates who wish to work in the local early childhood sector will need to submit an application to ECDA for Teacher Registration via a preschool. Approval by ECDA will be subjected to the applicant meeting the requirements for Teacher Registration.
Modules
Core Units
This Degree programme consists of 16 units and 4 practicum fieldworks. Student may complete the programme in approximately 2 academic years.
Fieldwork placements are required in Early Childhood settings.
Final Year Units
- Arts, Community and Environment
- Change and Transition in Children’s Education
- Children’s Literacy Development
- Children’s Literature, Storytelling and the Arts
- Diversity in Child Development
- Early Years Professional Experience 3A
- Early Years Professional Experience 3B
- Investigating Our World: Science, Technology, and the Environment
- Leadership and Management in Education Contexts
- Professionalism, Ethics and Interdisciplinary Work in Education
Year 2 Units
- Children and Childhood Across Time: Policies and Practices
- Contemporary Child Development Theories and Practices
- Curriculum Assessment and Documentation in Education
- Early Years Professional Experience 2A
- Early Years Professional Experience 2B
- Health and Physical Wellbeing in the Young Child
- Learning about Patterns, Shapes and Numbers Through Play
- Learning Through Play Pedagogies
- Learning with Children, Their Families and Communities
- Local and Global Perspectives in Education Policy
Assessment & Exams
100% assignment-based assessments
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